1978 Piper Arrow
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRAVIONICS Piper Auto Control III Autopilot Featuring Heading Tracking Feature Avidyne AMX-240 Audio Panel / 3 Light Marker Beacons / 4-Place Intercom Aspen Pro EFD-1000 Primary Flight Display Aspen Evolution 500 Multi-Function Display Avidyne IFD-440 WAAS Approved GPS / Nav / Com King KX-155 Nav / Com King KI-209 VOR / Glideslope Indicator L3 Lynx NGT-9000 Transponder Featuring ADS-B Out Dual Push to Talk Switches Stratus USB Charging Ports
(Panel Mounted) Garmin Aera 660 GPS and Docking Station (Panel Mounted) Stand-By Back-Up Attitude Indicator(Pilot Side) Insight G3 Graphic Engine Monitor ADDITIONAL OUTSTANDING FEATURES / UPGRADES Knots 2-U Wing Root Fairings Speed Enhancement LoPresti Hubba Caps Speed Enhancement LED Position Lights LED Landing / Taxi Light
(Cowl Mounted) Rosen Sun Visors Static Wicks Outside Air Temperature Gauge Tow Bar Avionics Master Switch Cleveland Wheels and Brakes Concorde Sealed Battery GAMI Fuel Injectors Wing Ding Door Stop Wing Tip Strobes Tinted Windows Hobbs Meter Heated Pitot
Description
Avionics / Equipment AVIONICS Piper Auto Control III Autopilot Featuring Heading Tracking Feature Avidyne AMX-240 Audio Panel / 3 Light Marker Beacons / 4-Place Intercom Aspen Pro EFD-1000 Primary Flight Display Aspen Evolution 500 Multi-Function Display Avidyne IFD-440 WAAS Approved GPS / Nav / Com King KX-155 Nav / Com King KI-209 VOR / Glideslope Indicator L3 Lynx NGT-9000 Transponder Featuring ADS-B Out Dual Push to Talk Switches Stratus USB Charging Ports - (Panel Mounted) Garmin Aera 660 GPS and Docking Station - (Panel Mounted) Stand-By Back-Up Attitude Indicator - (Pilot Side) Insight G3 Graphic Engine Monitor ADDITIONAL OUTSTANDING FEATURES / UPGRADES Knots 2-U Wing Root Fairings Speed Enhancement LoPresti Hubba Caps Speed Enhancement LED Position Lights LED Landing / Taxi Light - (Cowl Mounted) Rosen Sun Visors Static Wicks Outside Air Temperature Gauge Tow Bar Avionics Master Switch Cleveland Wheels and Brakes Concorde Sealed Battery GAMI Fuel Injectors Wing Ding Door Stop Wing Tip Strobes Tinted Windows Hobbs Meter Heated Pitot
Engine
ENGINE 528 Hours SMOH by Custom Airmotive - (Completed in 2016) PROP 528 Hours Since Propeller Overhaul - (Completed in 2016)
Propeller
The Propeller (B2D34C213-B) was overhauled in 2016.
Interior
INTERIOR Beige Leatherette seating Featuring Harmonizing Side Panels Beige Carpeting EXTERIOR White with Red and Blue Accents New Paint in 2017 New Side Windows in 2017 New LP Aero Windshields Upgrade in 2010
Exterior
White with Red and Blue Accents New Paint in 2017 New Side Windows in 2017 New LP Aero Windshields Upgrade in 2010
Inspection
ANNUAL DUE: March 1, 2027 BI-ANNUAL IFR CHECKS DUE: June 27, 2027 USEFUL LOAD: 996 Pounds NOTATIONS AD 2020-25-16 Wing Spar Eddie Current Inspection was completed May 12, 2021. See airframe log book entry for complete details. The aircraft did have some hail damage and subsequent repairs were completed by Straight Flight FAA CRS #OMKR399L on June 12, 2008 at 7037 Hours Total Time. Several skins were replaced. See airframe log entry for complete details. The LH wing leading edge skin (p/n 35118-28) was replaced with a new part on January 19, 1979. Specifications are Subject to Verification upon the Buyer’s Inspection of the Aircraft. Optional aircraft transition flight training solutions are available. We accept trades and offer a variety of low fixed rate interest rate financing solutions up to 20 years. Bartelt Aviation does not endorse nor are we affiliated with Currency Finance, Avemco, or the Aircraft Cost Calculator that may be attached to our aircraft online sales ads. Bartelt Aviation has the ability to refer you to an Aircraft Lender and an Insurance Agent that should be able to provide you with lower cost options and superior customer service. Ask your Bartelt Aviation Sales person for details.
Modifications / STCs
• ADDITIONAL OUTSTANDING FEATURES / UPGRADES
• Knots 2-U Wing Root Fairings Speed Enhancement
• LoPresti Hubba Caps Speed Enhancement
• LED Position Lights
• LED Landing / Taxi Light – (Cowl Mounted)
• Rosen Sun Visors
• Static Wicks
• Outside Air Temperature Gauge
• Tow Bar
• Avionics Master Switch
• Cleveland Wheels and Brakes
• Concorde Sealed Battery
• GAMI Fuel Injectors
• Wing Ding Door Stop
• Wing Tip Strobes
• Tinted Windows
• Hobbs Meter
• Heated Pitot
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bartelt Aviation Inc - Larry
trade-a-plane.com
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$139,900
$145,000
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Sturgis, MI | Mar 20, 2026 | 119 days | Active | |
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Bartelt Aviation
controller.com
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$139,900
$145,000
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Sturgis, MI | Mar 25, 2026 | 114 days | Active | |
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Bartelt Aviation
aviationtrader.com.au
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$144,214
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Sturgis, MI | Apr 06, 2026 | 102 days | Active | |
|
Bartelt Aviation
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$142,196 *
GBP £105,821
|
Sturgis, MI | Apr 06, 2026 | 102 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Arrow
This 1978 Piper Arrow (N21870) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 8,753 hours on the airframe. There are currently 219 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $119 to $417,623. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $139,900.
The Arrow cruises at 135 kts (250 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 15,400 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. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $145/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 8,753 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 Arrow — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N21870.
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
NTSB safety data coming soon.
We'll check N21870 against the NTSB accident database.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $109,450–$166,626.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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