1977 Piper Archer
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Total Time:5728.34 Engine Time:735.64 SMOH Prop Time:180.2 Useful Load:972 lb Condition:Used Flight Rules:VFR # of Seats:4 Avionics AP Centry 221 Bendix King HSI KMA 24 Audio Panel GNS 430 KX 165 KN 64 DME Garmin GTX transponder Engine details Overhaul on May 18th, 2002 at 4992.7 735.64 time since major overhaul Top overhaul done December 24th, 2021 at 5577.42 215.5 since top overhaul Prop details Prop strike January 5th, 2005 at tach 5512.12 Time since new 1980.2 1999.04 total time on prop Prop inspected October 7th (removed and inspected) 215.44 since inspected
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Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Michael Oleary
trade-a-plane.com
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$129,000
|
Athens, GA | Apr 01, 2026 | 108 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Archer
This 1977 Piper Archer (N8454N) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 5,728 hours on the airframe. There are currently 103 Archer aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $3,348 to $554,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $129,000.
The Archer cruises at 124 kts (230 km/h) with a range of 703 nm (1,302 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,100 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10.5 GPH (40 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $65/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Archer — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N8454N.
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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Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $110,000–$131,825.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
