1966 Piper Cherokee
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
3190Hrs Total Time 0-320-E2A (150Hp) 915Hrs TSMOH Garmin 530W GPS/Nav/Com 4 place intercom Power-flow exhaust Nice paint and interior Excellent time builder
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Listing Source
trade-a-plane.com
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$72,000
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Lakeville, MN | May 12, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Piper Cherokee
This 1966 Piper Cherokee (N4697R) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,190 hours on the airframe. There are currently 23 Cherokee aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $58,000 to $125,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $72,000.
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 Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $44/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 3,190 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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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N4697R.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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