1970 Piper Arrow for sale

1970 Piper Arrow

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$97,382
Location Jersey, JE
Total Time 4,548 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 28R-7135005
Reg # G-AYPU UK
Cruise 135 kts (250 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

Garmin 430 COM/NAV/GPS (WAAS) Garmin GTX328 Mode S Transponder King KX 155 COM/NAV (25Khz frequency spacing) King KMA 24H Audio Panel King KR 87 ADF King KN 64 DME Piper AutoControl III Single-Axis Autopilot

Description

This classic Piper Arrow has been owned, hangared and well maintained in Jersey since new!

Piper Arrows have earned their reputation as one of general aviation’s most versatile and cost-effective complex aircraft. With its 200-hp Lycoming engine, constant-speed prop, and retractable landing gear, the Arrow II offers the perfect blend of speed and economy.

It has predictable handling, solid climb performance, and stable IFR platform, making it ideal for advanced training, business travel, or personal weekend getaways.

It is also a reliable, cost-effective complex aircraft trusted by flying schools and one of the few aircraft types that’s ideal for Approved Training Organisations providing Commercial Pilot flight training. Panel mounted CO Detector

Asking price £72,000 GB Pounds plus VAT if applicable

Interior

Black leather seats and interior trim in very good condition overall

Exterior

White with red top engine cowling and black and red stripe detailing along fuselage and tailplane in very good condition overall

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
JKV Aviation
planecheck.com
$97,382 *
£ 72,000

* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Piper Arrow

This 1970 Piper Arrow (G-AYPU) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,548 hours on the airframe. There are currently 215 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $64,900 to $423,913. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $97,382.

The Arrow cruises at 135 kts (250 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 15,400 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10.5 GPH (40 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $65/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $145/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 4,548 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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 4,548 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
Budget $158 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Arrow — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
135 kts (250 km/h)
Max Speed
144 kts (267 km/h)
Range
720 nm (1,333 km)
Ceiling
15,400 ft (4,694 m)
Max Weight
2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)
Useful Load
940 lbs (426 kg)
Horsepower
200 HP
Fuel Capacity
72 gal (273 L)
Fuel Burn
10.5 GPH (40 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Arrow

Fuel Burn
10.5 GPH
~$68/hr
Variable Cost
$145/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$18,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$30,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the PIPER Arrow. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (G-AYPU) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Jersey, JE

JE

Seller reported

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

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for G-AYPU.

Note: NTSB covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers). This aircraft is registered in a non-US country (G-AYPU). Safety records from the national aviation authority may not be included in our database.

Price History

27 price events · sources: avbuyer.com, avpay.aero, planecheck.com

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