1963 Piper Comanche
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
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IFRDescription
1963 PIPER COMANCHE 180 For Sale in Calgary, Alberta 1963 Piper Comanche 180 4375.5 Hours Total Time | 1316.4 SMOH | Hartzell 3-Blade Prop (2025) | Full Garmin G3X Glass Panel This upgraded 1963 Piper Comanche 180 is a rare find — a classic airframe enhanced with modern avionics and a three-blade Hartzell propeller, offering the perfect blend of timeless design and contemporary capability. Powered by a Lycoming O-360-A1D engine with 1316.4 hours since major overhaul. The panel has been completely modernized with a full Garmin avionics suite, including glass cockpit displays, ADS-B In/Out, and the highly regarded GFC 500 two-axis autopilot — delivering enhanced situational awareness and safety. Avionics: Garmin G3X Garmin G5 Electronic Flight Instrument Garmin GDU460 Touchscreen GPS Display Garmin GNS 355 GPS/COM Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel Garmin GTX 345 Transponder with ADS-B In/Out Garmin GFC 500 Two-Axis Autopilot Additional Features: Lycoming O-360-A1D – 180 HP | 1316.4 SMOH Hartzell 3-Blade Propeller (new in 2023) 4375.5 Hours Total Time Airframe Clean, well-maintained airframe with excellent systems integration Retractable gear and classic Comanche performance IFR Equipped and Ready This Comanche is a turn-key solution for pilots who want a reliable, efficient cross-country machine with modern safety and navigation features. Privately owned and hangared — this aircraft must be seen to be appreciated.
Engine
Lycoming O-360-A1D, SMOH 1316 hrs
Propeller
Zero Hours on prop
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Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Aircraft Canada
controller.com
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$118,000
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Calgary, AB, Canada | Mar 25, 2026 | 114 days | Active | |
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Aircraft Canada
controlleremea.co.uk
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$119,833 *
GBP £89,179
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Calgary, AB, Canada | Apr 08, 2026 | 101 days | Active | |
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Aircraft Canada
aviationtrader.com.au
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$121,638
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Calgary, AB, Canada | Apr 06, 2026 | 103 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Piper Comanche
This 1963 Piper Comanche (C-FPNA) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,376 hours on the airframe. There are currently 65 Comanche aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $40,312 to $339,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $118,000.
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 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $87/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Comanche — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (C-FPNA) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
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Safety Record
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Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $94,250–$107,450.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.