1970 Piper Twin Comanche
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
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Description
Full Deice Twin Comanche This plane is a premium example of the type and has been very well cared for.
Propeller
Full Deice With Boots, Alcohol Props and Windscreen Hot Plate (Not Shown). Ice Plates On Nose 18 hrs Since New Heater VG's Lopresti Speed Mods: Wow Cowls Nacelle Wing Root Fairings Hub Caps Flap Aileron Gap Seals Gear Lobes 120 Gallons Fuel Stainless Exhaust Fairings Fields Electric Door Seal
Interior
Interior Very Good Condition Gray Leather Six Seats Exterior Very Good Condition
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ken Wickenheiser
trade-a-plane.com
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$179,000
|
Monroe, MI | Jun 15, 2026 | 8 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Twin Comanche
This 1970 Piper Twin Comanche (N8898Y) is a 4-seat multi engine piston with 5,792 hours on the airframe. There are currently 29 Twin Comanche aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $12,500 to $250,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $179,000.
The Twin Comanche cruises at 155 kts (287 km/h) with a range of 1,000 nm (1,852 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 18,600 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 16 GPH (61 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $88/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Twin Comanche — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N8898Y.
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
NTSB safety data coming soon.
We'll check N8898Y against the NTSB accident database.