1978 Piper Navajo
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
No Known Damage History 2020 Paint and Interior Low TimeExcellent Pedigree 5 Seat Passenger Configuration Garmin 530/430 New Custom Panel
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 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CFS Jets
controller.com
|
$330,000
|
Ronkonkoma, NY | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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CFS Jets
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$335,809 *
GBP £249,399
|
Ronkonkoma, NY | Apr 08, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
CFS Jets
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$340,175
|
Ronkonkoma, New York, Australia | Apr 06, 2026 | — | 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 40 Navajo aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $75,699 to $654,617. 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 Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $176/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
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