1978 Piper Navajo
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
1978 PIPER NAVAJO For Sale in Ronkonkoma, New York No Known Damage History 2020 Paint and Interior Low TimeExcellent Pedigree 5 Seat Passenger Configuration Garmin 530/430 New Custom Panel
Engine
Engine 1 Make/Model
Interior
5 Passenger Configuration featuring Beige to Brown Interior Color
Exterior
Overall White with Black and Grey accent stripes
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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CFS Jets
controller.com
|
$330,000
|
Ronkonkoma, NY | Mar 25, 2026 | 114 days | Active | |
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CFS Jets
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$336,957 *
GBP £249,399
|
Ronkonkoma, NY | Apr 08, 2026 | 100 days | Active | |
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CFS Jets
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$340,175
|
Ronkonkoma, NY | 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 Navajo
This 1978 Piper Navajo (N74DD) is a 8-seat multi engine piston with 4,491 hours on the airframe. There are currently 41 Navajo aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $17,335 to $589,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $330,000.
The Navajo cruises at 206 kts (382 km/h) with a range of 1,065 nm (1,972 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 24,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 32 GPH (121 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $198/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $350/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $30,000. With 4,491 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,800 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Navajo — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N74DD.
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 N74DD against the NTSB accident database.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is above the typical asking range for this model, roughly $286,500–$380,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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