1966 Piper Cherokee
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
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BTHDescription
Check out this IFR Trainer. Piper Cherokee 140, very dependable aircraft and engine. Perfect for training, time building, or your personal run around. This aircraft is ready to go to work for you, at a reasonable acquisition cost. Check out the details! Listed by Falcon Aircraft Brokerage LLC.
Engine
4 cylinder Lycoming O-320-E2A, 1962 hrs SMOH (currently flying), cylinder #1 replace in last annual, runs strong and quiet 2 blade Sensenich propeller, model # M74-DM58, good condition
Propeller
1966 Piper Cherokee 140, 6148 TT, trigear, 4 seats Used but clean and well maintained
Interior
4 seat Beige interior leather, used but clean
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Bruce Derstine
trade-a-plane.com
|
$59,900
$69,900
|
Kirksville, MO | May 12, 2026 | 66 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Cherokee
This 1966 Piper Cherokee (N4130J) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 6,148 hours on the airframe. There are currently 28 Cherokee aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $27,546 to $125,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $59,900.
The Cherokee cruises at 117 kts (217 km/h) with a range of 525 nm (972 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,300 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 8 GPH (30 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $50/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $120/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $16,000. With 6,148 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Cherokee — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N4130J.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
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Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $78,000–$99,143.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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