1978 Piper Cheyenne
Multi Engine Turboprop
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHNew avionics 2x Garmin GTN 750s WAAS/LPV 2x Garmin G600 TXI ADSB In and Out-2xGTX-345 Garmin GMA 345 Audio Panel Bluetooth Garmin GI275 Attitude Indicator. Garmin GWX
75 Weather Radar coated panel. Bandix/King KFC200 Auto Pilot Stratus USB (Pilot/Co-Pilot) Overhauled
Description
PIPER CHEYENNE II PA-31T • $995,000 • AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE SALE • Completely remodeled Piper Cheyenne II AFTT 8477 PT6A-28 Engine 1 TSHSI 1386 Engine 2 TSHSI 1386 Overhaul 3-blad prop Fresh paint Fresh Interior Event 1,2,3,4 04/22/2025 New avionics 2x Garmin GTN 750s WAAS/LPV 2x Garmin G600 TXI ADSB In and Out-2xGTX-345 Garmin GNA- 345 Audio panel with Bluetooth, Garmin GI-275 Attitude Indicator, Garmin GWX - 75 Weather Radar Bandix/King KFC200 Auto Pilot Stratus USB (Pilot/Co-Pilot) Overhauled generators New hoses New tires New LED lights aircraft is in pristine condition and ready to fly.
Engine
PT6-28 with Overhauled generators New hoses
Interior
Complete new leather interior on passenger seats, new carpet, and sheep skin on pilot seats. New curtains, new headliner, and soundproofing with new speakers and lighting.
Exterior
Fresh Interior Event 1,2,3,4 04/22/2025 New
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Marc Bruzzi
trade-a-plane.com
|
$995,000
|
Tampa, FL | Mar 20, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Marc Bruzzi
aircraftdealer.com
|
$995,000
|
SC | Mar 15, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
|
Fresh New Avionics
globalplanesearch.com
|
$995,000
|
Fl, FL | Mar 17, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Piper Cheyenne
This 1978 Piper Cheyenne (N53MC) is a 8-seat multi engine turboprop with 8,477 hours on the airframe. There are currently 24 Cheyenne aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $495,000 to $1,514,887. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $995,000.
The Cheyenne cruises at 240 kts (444 km/h) with a range of 1,400 nm (2,593 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 31,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 55 GPH (208 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $302/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $650/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $100,000. With 8,477 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Cheyenne — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
GULF AIR AVIATION INC
Registration Address
WILMINGTON, DE
Certificate Issued
2023-05-28
Airworthiness
1978-01-31
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
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 database checked for N53MC.
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