1978 Piper Arrow
Single Engine Piston
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Description
Very tidy IFR certified, Turbo Arrow III with updated paint, interior and avionics. Fresh annual completed in June 2025. Engine was bulk stripped in 2021 and is fitted with a Merlyn wastegate. The conventional tail provides superior handling over the T-tail variants. Always hangered and comes with canopy cover, tow bar and oxygen system (requires new bottle).
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| 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 | — | Active |
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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 188 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $44,950 to $429,460. 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 Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $58/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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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (VH-SAM) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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