1977 Piper Saratoga
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Garmin GNS 530 Garmin GNS 430 Garmin GTX 330 Garmin GMA 345 Garmin GDL 69 JPI EDM 730 Engine Monitor Piper Autocontroll IIIB Autopilot
fully functional Davtron Clock ACK ELT (Good through 4/27) uAvionix tailBeacon ADSB Out Starlink charging capability through Garmin 345
Description
R3 Aviation proudly presents N44863, a well-maintained 1977 Piper PA-32R-300 Lance featuring low total time, complete and meticulous logbooks, and a strong maintenance pedigree. This aircraft has been hangared and flown by a professional pilot, reflecting consistent, disciplined care throughout its ownership. It offers excellent ramp presence, a nicely upgraded avionics panel with room for future additions, a healthy Lycoming IO-540, and an impressive 1,412 lbs useful load. With no major damage history and consistent upkeep, this Lance is being offered for sale as the owner upgrades to a Piper Seneca. Digital logbooks are available upon request. Delivery and training can be arranged. Located at GA04 (Locust Grove, GA) Available to show by appointment 4K Video:
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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R3 Aviation
aircraftforsale.com
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$189,900
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Locust, GA | May 02, 2026 | 51 days | Active |
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About This Piper Saratoga
This 1977 Piper Saratoga (N44863) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 2,222 hours on the airframe. There are currently 116 Saratoga aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $119,000 to $745,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $189,900.
The Saratoga cruises at 163 kts (302 km/h) with a range of 950 nm (1,759 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 20,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 15 GPH (57 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $82/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $170/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $20,000. With 2,222 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Saratoga — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N44863.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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