1978 Piper Arrow
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
2021 bulk-strip engine, modern glass panel, and immaculate presentation — one of the best-equipped Turbo Arrow IIIs in Australia ready to fly away today.
The Continental TSIO-360-FB is running strong and fitted with a Merlyn wastegate. Bulk-stripped in 2021 including crankcase overhaul, main bearings, thru-bolts, crankshaft counterweight assembly, piston rings, counterweight pins and full gasket set. Plenty of life ahead.
The conventional tail delivers superior handling over the T-tail Arrow IV variants.
Always hangared, meticulously maintained, and IFR current — ready to fly away today.
Annual completed June 2025 | Full logbooks available | Canopy cover & tow bar included
Teledyne-Continental TSIO-360-FB
Bulk stripped 2021
~1,100 hrs SMOH
Hartzell PHC-C3YF-1RF
~350 hrs since overhaul
Garmin GTN 635 GPS
Aspen Evolution colour EFIS
FS450 Fuel Flow
Trig TT31 ADS-B Out
KM-24 Audio
SPA 400 4-place intercom
Auto Control IIIB
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Daniel Livingstone
controller.com
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$154,266
|
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Apr 19, 2026 | 90 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Arrow
This 1978 Piper Arrow (VH-SAM) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,510 hours on the airframe. There are currently 218 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $119 to $417,623. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $154,266.
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 2,510 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
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (VH-SAM) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is above 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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