1972 Piper Seneca for sale

1972 Piper Seneca

Multi Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$144,500Overpriced
Location Auburn, ME
Total Time 12,830 hrs
Engine SMOH 1,371 hrs
Seats 6
Serial # 34-7250159
Reg # N4855T
Engine Reciprocating ×2
Cruise 180 kts (333 km/h)
✓ FAA Valid ✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

VFR
Aspen Evolution Garmin 340 Audio Panel Garmin GNS 430W GPS Garmin GTX 327 Transponder Garmin GI-106A Indicator Garmin GA-56 GPS Antenna Comant CI-102 Marker Antenna King KX-156 Nav / Comm (#2 System) OEM Autopilot (Installed and not currently in use) Partial OEM Six-Pack (Backup)

Description

Maintained as part of a professional fleet, this Piper Seneca I offers a straightforward and economical multi-engine platform well-suited for integration into a new or existing training program. The normally aspirated configuration provides reduced systems complexity, making it an effective instructional aircraft. Recent interior renovation provides a comfortable environment, while the conventional cockpit layout reinforces core multi-engine proficiency. All serious offers are welcome.

Interior

Interior Year: 2025 Interior Rating: 9/10 Interior Note: New headliner / carpet / seats in 2025 and new side panels in 2026.

Exterior

Exterior Year: Original Exterior Rating: 5/10 Exterior Note: Functional paint showing signs of normal wear.

Inspection

Aircraft reports a current annual inspection and clear title. The aircraft has been hangared and maintained with complete logbooks available. All Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins are reported complied with, and supporting documentation including FAA Form 337s is available. Currently operated as a VFR-only, multi-engine trainer. Logs are currently maintained manually and available for review. Flight tracking available electronically via Flight Schedule Pro.

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

Price Comparison 1 active offer

Source Price Action
Marcil Tech Group
globalair.com
$144,500
Marcil Tech Group
trade-a-plane.com
$144,500
Listing Source
aso.com
$144,500
Adam Webster
aircraftdealer.com
$144,500
Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
$144,500
Aspen Evolution
globalplanesearch.com
$144,500
Marcil Tech Group
controller.com
$144,500
Marcil Tech Group
controlleremea.co.uk
$147,044 *
GBP £109,207
Marcil Tech Group
aviationtrader.com.au
$149,279
Adam Webster
aircraftforsale.com
$144,500

* 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 Seneca

This 1972 Piper Seneca (N4855T) is a 6-seat multi engine piston with 12,830 hours on the airframe. There are currently 112 Seneca aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $53,000 to $875,612. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $144,500.

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 12,830 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,800 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

FAA registration: Valid (CHICKADEE AVIATION LLC)
Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 12,830 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,800 hrs)
Budget $330 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Seneca — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
6
Cruise Speed
180 kts (333 km/h)
Max Speed
196 kts (363 km/h)
Range
750 nm (1,389 km)
Ceiling
25,000 ft (7,620 m)
Max Weight
4,750 lbs (2,155 kg)
Useful Load
1,590 lbs (721 kg)
Fuel Capacity
123 gal (466 L)
Fuel Burn
22 GPH (83 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
1,800 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Seneca

Fuel Burn
22.0 GPH
~$143/hr
Variable Cost
$280/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$25,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$40,000
every 1,800 hrs

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

Ownership & Registration

Registered Owner

CHICKADEE AVIATION LLC

Registration Address

RANGELEY, ME

Certificate Issued

2024-11-05

Airworthiness

1972-03-24

FAA Status

Valid

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Auburn, ME

Seller reported 28 more aircraft in ME →

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 N4855T.

Price History

3 price events · sources: aso.com, controlleremea.co.uk, globalair.com

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$144,500
Range: $144,500 — $144,500
Confidence: 40%
vs. Market
0%
Fair Price

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