1969 Piper Cherokee 140
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHG5 AI JPI 830 engine monitor Avidyne IFD 440 Narco MK 12TSO Garmin 345 transponder Audio: Narco CP 136 TSO Garmin Aera 500
Description
Well-loved, IFR certified, capable, no expense spared, fresh annual
Engine
140/160 STC Overhauled by Columbia Aircraft Services in 2020 Surefly electronic magneto LH 5/2025 500 hr inspection magneto RH 5/2025 PowerFlow Exhaust
Interior
New upholstery 2024
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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Eli Ohayon
trade-a-plane.com
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$110,000
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San Diego, CA | Apr 17, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Cherokee 140
This 1969 Piper Cherokee 140 (N98131) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 8,260 hours on the airframe. There are currently 104 Cherokee 140 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $20,000 to $150,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $110,000.
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 Jet-A prices (~$5.50/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 8,260 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 N98131.
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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