1972 Piper Seneca
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRNDB-DME) operation. Within the US National Airspace System in accordance with AC 20-138 and such countries where GPS enroute
terminal and non-precision approaches are authorized by the appropriate airworthiness authority.
WX900 Stormscope Copilot instruments Airspeed Attitude Indicator Altimeter VOR/GS Day/Night IFR Category 1 B-RNAV (RNP 5)Description
Good economic twin.
Engine
Engines: LH: Textron-Lycoming IO-360-C1E6, sn L-1118-51A TT: 10251, TSOH: 1155:48 overhauled by Mattituck in September 1998, RH: Textron-Lycoming LIO-360-C1E6, sn L-444-67A TT: 7758:38, TSOH: 1686:32 overhauled by Mattituck in July 1996 TBO: 2000 hrs / 12 Years (Calendar overhaul not mandatory in Switzerland for private operation. Also read new EASA Notice of Proposed Amendment (NPA) No 2011-15 for future "Non-binding guidance on TBO limits")
Propeller
2 Bladed Hartzell Propellers LH: CH -C2YK-2CGUF, sn AU13103B TT: 5737, Time Since Overhaul: 144:25 hrs Overhauled with New improved hubs in July. 2007. RH: HC-C2YK-CLGUF. sn AU13099B TT: 6648:19, Time Since Overhaul: 144:25 Overhauled with New improved hubs in July. 2007. TBO: 2000 hrs / 6 Years. (Calendar overhaul not mandatory in Switzerland for private operation. Also read new EASA Notice of Proposed Amendment (NPA) No 2011-15 for future "Non-binding guidance on TBO limits")
Interior
Blue vinyle 9/10 Gray fabric seats 9/10 Pilot and Copilot Adjustable seats Blue carpet 9/10
Exterior
Light gray with maroon stripes 7/10
Inspection
In good conditions. Landing accident with one main gear collapse and wing spar repair in performed in 1991 at TT: 6557 Missing logs from 1972 to 1981, Prior to Swiss registration. Replaced fuel tank vent line hoses 12/07 EASA Noise Certificate 74.8 dB(A) Maximum Take Off Weight: 1905 kg - 4199.00 lbs Empty Weight: 2960.55 Useful Load: 1235.45 Lbs Fuel Capacity: 93 USG Annual inspection and EASA ARC are overdue. Selling as is, where is
Modifications / STCs
• Lightweight Surface Pneumatic De-icing system and propeller electrothermal de-icing system,
• Windshield hot plate,
• Pitot and stall warning heating system protected by landing gear switch
• Propellers with dampers
• Electric pitch trim installation,
• Logo light, Currently removed, hoses still present with covers installed
• Additional FOCA Approved documentation for 98 USG fuel tank for ferry flights.
• Increased MTOW approved for 4560 Lbs Remaining Useful Load with full tanks and ferry tank: 453.45 Lbs
• FERRY TANK NOT AVAILABLE
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
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Aeromeccanica
controller.com
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Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Aeromeccanica
controlleremea.co.uk
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Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Piper Seneca
This 1972 Piper Seneca is a 6-seat multi engine piston with 9,881 hours on the airframe. There are currently 112 Seneca aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $53,000 to $875,837.
The Seneca cruises at 180 kts (333 km/h) with a range of 750 nm (1,389 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 25,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 22 GPH (83 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $121/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $280/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $25,000. With 9,881 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,800 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Ownership & Registration
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Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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