1971 Piper Aztec
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHGPS: Garmin GNS 430W NAV/COM: King KX155 Audio Panel: Garmin GMA 340 Transponder: Garmin GTX 330 (ADS-B out) Engine Monitor: Colored JPI EDM-830 Auto Pilot: Altimatic 3b (2-Axis) Standard 6-pack Configuration
Description
N227CA, a Piper Aztec Turbo E, is a great example of an affordable, but strong and capable aircraft with a lot of life left. Regularly operated fully loaded on long cross country trips, it has proven its reliability over the years, and being maintained thoroughly with no expense spared, it plans to for many years to come. No known damage history. Spent the beginning of its life in Australia before being imported to the United States in late 2000. Log books during the time spent in Australia are currently missing but in the process of tracking down. Logs since then are complete.
Engine
Engines- Lycoming TIO-540-C1A (250HP) Left Engine Time: 1563 Hours Right Engine Time: 846 Hours Right Engine Top Overhaul done at 650 Hours Notable: Good Compressions, All Strong Above 70/80, Freshly Overhauled Fuel Pumps, New Lightweight Starters Props- Hartzell 2-blade Constant Speed, Fully Feathering Props Left Prop Time: 580 Hours Right Prop Time: 516 Hours
Propeller
Airframe Total Time: 7860 No Damage History, Missing logs before 1964 All AD's current Logs since being in the United States show impeccable maintenance and inspections
Interior
Blue Leather Seats and Upholstery, Front seats show wear. 7/10
Exterior
Extended Tip Tanks, 40 Gallons Extra, Making Total Usable Fuel 184 Gallons. New Tires and Brakes. All LED lights Paint: White and Grey, with Blue Stripes. Minor imperfection on leading edge and nose. 7/10 Interior: Blue Leather Seats and Upholstery, Front seats show wear. 7/10
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Zane Co Aero
trade-a-plane.com
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$99,500
|
Midlothian, TX | May 12, 2026 | 66 days | Active |
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About This Piper Aztec
This 1971 Piper Aztec (N227CA) is a 6-seat multi engine piston with 7,860 hours on the airframe. There are currently 32 Aztec aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $50,000 to $395,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $99,500.
The Aztec cruises at 149 kts (276 km/h) with a range of 1,320 nm (2,445 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 17,600 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 24 GPH (91 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $149/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Aztec — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N227CA.
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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