1970 Piper Cherokee 140 for sale

1970 Piper Cherokee 140

Single Engine Piston

CLEAN HISTORY FOR SALE
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Location Inverness, FL
Seats 4
Reg # N569OU
Damage History Clean per seller
Cruise 115 kts (213 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

STANDARD SIX-PACK Airspeed Indicator Attitude Indicator Altimeter Vertical Speed Indicator Heading Indicator Turn Coordinator Apollo SL 60 NARCO AT150 TSO

Description

otal Time Airframe (TTAF): 5253.63 hours Engine: Lycoming O-320 series (150 hp) Time Since Major Overhaul (SMOH): 70.85 hours (very low time - fresh engine!) Maintenance Highlights: Next Annual Inspection due: November 2026 (current and plenty of time remaining) Complied with all recurring ADs Cleaned fuel system Replaced the air filter element Cleaned spark plugs Checked timing Cylinder compressions: #1 76/80, #2 76/80, #3 76/80, #4 76/80 - perfectly even and strong! This Cherokee 140 is in excellent, airworthy condition with remarkably low SMOH, uniform high compressions, and thorough recent maintenance. No known damage history. Turn-key and ready to fly - a great economical classic with plenty of life left! Price: $65/HR (40-Hour Minimum/Month) - Serious inquiries only. Location: Inverness, FL (KINF) Contact: / for more details, additional photos, logs, or to schedule a viewing. A triple-net lease means the lessee assumes 100% of the operating responsibility and costs associated with the aircraft, while the owner provides the aircraft as a capital asset. Under a Triple-Net Aircraft Lease, the Lessee is Responsible For: -All Maintenance and repairs (Scheduled and unscheduled) -Annual inspections, 100-hour inspections, and AD compliance -Engine propeller, and component reserves -Insurance (meeting owner-specified coverage requirements) -Fuel, oil, consumables, and operating supplies -Hangar or tie-down -Avionics upkeep and database subscriptions -Daily operational control and scheduling Owner Responsibilities: -Provide the aircraft in airworthy condition at lease commencement -Retain ownership of the aircraft -Maintain oversight rights to protect the asset -Approve major maintenance events, modifications, and avionics upgrades How Payments work: -Lease rates are hourly-based with a monthly minimum to ensure consistent availability and predictable cash flow -Monthly minimums are due regardless of utilization -All operating expenses are paid directly by the lessee(not reimbursed) Why Triple-Net Works: This structure allows flight schools and operators to: -Avoid large capital purchases -Scale their fleet quickly -Maintain full operational control -Predict costs without ownership risk Important Notes: -Aircraft may not be sub-leased without written approval -Maintenance must be performed by approved, properly certificated facilities -All lease terms, rates, and minimums are defined in the formal Aircraft Lease Agreement

Engine

Lycoming O-320, O-320

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Piper Cherokee 140

This 1970 Piper Cherokee 140 (N569OU) is a 4-seat single engine piston . There are currently 107 Cherokee 140 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $20,000 to $150,000.

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.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Budget $135 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Cherokee 140 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
115 kts (213 km/h)
Max Speed
126 kts (233 km/h)
Range
455 nm (843 km)
Ceiling
14,350 ft (4,374 m)
Max Weight
2,150 lbs (975 kg)
Horsepower
150 HP
Fuel Capacity
50 gal (189 L)
Fuel Burn
9 GPH (34 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Cherokee 140

Fuel Burn
9.0 GPH
~$58/hr
Variable Cost
$120/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$16,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$28,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the PIPER Cherokee 140. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N569OU.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Inverness, FL

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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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AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$76,000
Range: $64,500 — $86,225
Confidence: 90%

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