1969 Piper Cherokee 140
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
IFR equipped with dual Bendix/King KX175B navcoms, KR64 ADF, KN64 DME, KT76A transponder, ADS-B out, 3 light marker beacon rcvr. Compression 78 or better all cylinders. 150hp TTIS 9081. 1128 since factory overhaul. Peterson autogas STC. All ADs complied with. IMRON paint. Gap seals. Horner wingtips. 4 factory installed headset jacks. Pilot and copilot push to talk switches. Pilot side toe brakes. 4 seats. Exterior 7-8. Interior 7-8. Next Annual due 11/27. Hangared in a very dry climate.
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Danny Poletto
trade-a-plane.com
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$60,000
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Great Falls, MT | Jun 17, 2026 | 30 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Cherokee 140
This 1969 Piper Cherokee 140 (N447KS) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 9,081 hours on the airframe. There are currently 125 Cherokee 140 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $20,000 to $150,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $60,000.
The Cherokee 140 cruises at 115 kts (213 km/h) with a range of 455 nm (843 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,350 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9 GPH (34 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $56/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 9,081 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 140 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N447KS.
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
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Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $60,000–$95,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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