1960 Piper Comanche
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
Airframe Serial Number: 24-2320 TT: 1668 hours MTOW: 2900 Lbs / 1315 kg Empty Weight: 1748 Lbs / 793 kg, weighed 21/07/2010 Hand Flaps Single piece windshield Long Range Fuel Tanks: 2 x 30 USG Main, 15 x 2 Auxiliary Fuel Tanks. Total 90 USG Engine Type: 6 cylinders Lycoming O-540-A1D5 Serial Number: L-3635-40 TT: 1668 hrs Time Since Overhaul: 916 hours Overhauled by Heliswiss 20 may 1996 Satisfactory engine internal corrosion inspection with removal of 3 cylinders to get visual access to the camshaft, performed 17/07/2015 at Total Time: 1535:25 Compression Values taken during annual inspection on 10/10/2023: 71, 72, 74, 72, 74, 72 Recommended TBO: 2000 hours / 10 years Propeller Type: McCauley B3D32C412C 3 bladed Propeller with Polished Spinner, installed 23/03/2000, FAA STC SA00-773 Serial Number: 000141 TT: 586 hrs Tear Down Inspection performed 17/07/2015 at Airframe Total Time: 1535:25 Recommended TBO: 2000 hours or 72 calendar months Avionics Becker AL3 Audio Panel Funke ATR833A 8.33 kHz COM Becker AR2009/25 COM Becker AR3308 NAV Bendix King KNI520 NAV Indicator Flightcom 403, 4 seats intercom Bendix King KN64 DME Bendix King KR87 ADF Bendix King KT76A Mode C Transponder Kannad 406 AF ELT with remote switch on instrument panel Co-Pilot Altimeter Alcor 6 Cylinder EGT Indicator Shadin Digital Fuel Flow, FAA STC SA921GL & STC SA922GL Interior 4 seats, Original fabric, with sheep skin covers for the two pilot’s seats Recently replaced headliner Exterior White with red & light blue stripes, in good condition Options Johnston Aircraft Winglets: Installed in July 1998, FAA STC SA2541NM Tinted Windows: Single piece windshield, FAA STC SA208GL. Frameless storm window on pilot side window Shadin Digital Fuel Flow, FAA STC SA921GL & STC SA922GL Bracket Inductin air filter, FAA STC SA693CE Portable cabin fire extinguisher Remarks Always hangered since arrival in Switzerland Airframe repair after container transportation damage performed in 1961 Left wing repair performed 08/08/1997 at 953:15 hours Annual Inspection: 11/2024 ARC valid through 05/05/2025 Noise Level according ICAO Annex 16, Vol. 1, Chapter 6: 66.5 dB(A), Swiss noise category D Specifications subject to verification by purchaser
Engine
Type: 6 cylinders Lycoming O-540-A1D5 Serial Number: L-3635-40 TT: 1668 hrs Time Since Overhaul: 916 hours Overhauled by Heliswiss 20 may 1996 Satisfactory engine internal corrosion inspection with removal of 3 cylinders to get visual access to the camshaft, performed 17/07/2015 at Total Time: 1535:25 Compression Values taken during annual inspection on 10/10/2023: 71, 72, 74, 72, 74, 72 Recommended TBO: 2000 hours / 10 years Propeller Type: McCauley B3D32C412C 3 bladed Propeller with Polished Spinner, installed 23/03/2000, FAA STC SA00-773 Serial Number: 000141 TT: 586 hrs Tear Down Inspection performed 17/07/2015 at Airframe Total Time: 1535:25 Recommended TBO: 2000 hours or 72 calendar months Avionics Becker AL3 Audio Panel Funke ATR833A 8.33 kHz COM Becker AR2009/25 COM Becker AR3308 NAV Bendix King KNI520 NAV Indicator Flightcom 403, 4 seats intercom Bendix King KN64 DME Bendix King KR87 ADF Bendix King KT76A Mode C Transponder Kannad 406 AF ELT with remote switch on instrument panel Co-Pilot Altimeter Alcor 6 Cylinder EGT Indicator Shadin Digital Fuel Flow, FAA STC SA921GL & STC SA922GL Interior 4 seats, Original fabric, with sheep skin covers for the two pilot’s seats Recently replaced headliner Exterior White with red & light blue stripes, in good condition Options Johnston Aircraft Winglets: Installed in July 1998, FAA STC SA2541NM Tinted Windows: Single piece windshield, FAA STC SA208GL. Frameless storm window on pilot side window Shadin Digital Fuel Flow, FAA STC SA921GL & STC SA922GL Bracket Inductin air filter, FAA STC SA693CE Portable cabin fire extinguisher Remarks Always hangered since arrival in Switzerland Airframe repair after container transportation damage performed in 1961 Left wing repair performed 08/08/1997 at 953:15 hours Annual Inspection: 11/2024 ARC valid through 05/05/2025 Noise Level according ICAO Annex 16, Vol. 1, Chapter 6: 66.5 dB(A), Swiss noise
Propeller
McCauley B3D32C412C, SN: 000141, 3 bladed Propeller with Polished Spinner TT: 566 hrs Tear Down Inspection performed 17/07/2015 at Airframe Total Time: 1535:25 Recommended TBO: 2000 hours or 72 calendar months
Interior
4 seats, Original fabric, with sheep skin covers for the two pilot’s seats Recently replaced headliner Exterior White with red & light blue stripes, in good condition Options Johnston Aircraft Winglets: Installed in July 1998, FAA STC SA2541NM Tinted Windows: Single piece windshield, FAA STC SA208GL. Frameless storm window on pilot side window Shadin Digital Fuel Flow, FAA STC SA921GL & STC SA922GL Bracket Inductin air filter, FAA STC SA693CE Portable cabin fire extinguisher Remarks Always hangered since arrival in Switzerland Airframe repair after container transportation damage performed in 1961 Left wing repair performed 08/08/1997 at 953:15 hours Annual Inspection: 11/2024 ARC valid through 05/05/2025 Noise Level according ICAO Annex 16, Vol. 1, Chapter 6: 66.5 dB(A), Swiss noise category D Specifications subject to verification by purchaser
Exterior
White with red & light blue stripes, in good condition Options Johnston Aircraft Winglets: Installed in July 1998, FAA STC SA2541NM Tinted Windows: Single piece windshield, FAA STC SA208GL. Frameless storm window on pilot side window Shadin Digital Fuel Flow, FAA STC SA921GL & STC SA922GL Bracket Inductin air filter, FAA STC SA693CE Portable cabin fire extinguisher Remarks Always hangered since arrival in Switzerland Airframe repair after container transportation damage performed in 1961 Left wing repair performed 08/08/1997 at 953:15 hours Annual Inspection: 11/2024 ARC valid through 05/05/2025 Noise Level according ICAO Annex 16, Vol. 1, Chapter 6: 66.5 dB(A), Swiss noise category D Specifications subject to verification by purchaser
Inspection
Inspection: 07/10/2022 ARC valid through 05/05/2024 Noise Level according ICAO Annex 16, Vol. 1, Chapter 6: 66.5 dB(A), Swiss noise category D Specifications subject to verification by purchaser Airframe Total Time 1,668 Max Takeoff Weight 2,899.08 lb Basic Empty Weight 1,748.27 lb Airframe Notes Airframe Serial Number 24-2320 TT: 1648 hours MTOW: 2900 Lbs / 1315 kg Empty Weight: 1748 Lbs / 793 kg, weighed 21/07/2010 Hand Flaps Single piece windshield Long Range Fuel Tanks: 2 x 30 USG Main, 15 x 2 Auxiliary Fuel Tanks. Total 90 USG
Modifications / STCs
• Johnston Aircraft Winglets installed in July 1998, FAA STC SA2541NM
• SPEED
• 2-7 MPH Increase
• Increased rate of climb
• SAFETY
• Lower Stall Speed
• Decreased Sink Rate on Approach
• Improved Landings
• Quicker Spin Recovery
• APPEARANCE
• Improves the looks of an already good looking airplane
• Increased resale value
• 3 Bladed McCauley Propeller B3D32C412C with polished Spinner, installed 23/03/2000, FAA STC SA00-773
• Tinted Windows:
• Single piece windshield, FAA STC SA208GL
• Frameless storm window on pilot side window
• Shadin Digital Fuel Flow, FAA STC SA921GL and STC SA922GL
• Bracket Inductin air filter, FAA STC SA693CE
• Portable cabin fire extinguisher
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Aeromeccanica
globalair.com
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$99,800
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Switzerland, Switzerland | Mar 13, 2026 | 2 days | Active | |
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Stefano Scossa
avbuyer.com
|
$120,403
$121,453
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Switzerland | Jun 02, 2026 | 21 days | Active | |
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Aeromeccanica
aircraftdealer.com
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$92,222
$93,907
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Greenville, SC | Mar 15, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
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Aeromeccanica
aircraft24.com
|
$92,450
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Switzerland | Jun 05, 2026 | 18 days | Active | |
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Stefano Scossa
avpay.aero
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$92,538
|
Switzerland | Apr 05, 2026 | 79 days | Active | |
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Aeromeccanica
planecheck.com
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$92,449 *
€ 80,700
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Switzerland | May 03, 2026 | 50 days | Active | |
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Aeromeccanica
aircraft24.com
|
$108,184 *
US$ 94,911
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Switzerland | Mar 21, 2026 | 94 days | Active | |
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Stefano Scossa
controller.com
|
$94,306
$93,332
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Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland | Mar 14, 2026 | 100 days | Active | |
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Aeromeccanica
aviationtrader.com.au
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$94,336 *
AUD $134,609
|
Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland | Apr 06, 2026 | 77 days | Active | |
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Aeromeccanica
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$93,208 *
GBP £70,352
|
Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland | Apr 02, 2026 | 81 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Piper Comanche
This 1960 Piper Comanche (HB-OTS) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 1,668 hours on the airframe. There are currently 66 Comanche aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $39,746 to $339,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $94,306.
The Comanche cruises at 157 kts (291 km/h) with a range of 956 nm (1,771 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 20,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 14 GPH (53 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $77/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Title Status
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