1978 Piper PA-38-112 Tomahawk for sale

1978 Piper PA-38-112 Tomahawk

Single Engine Piston

PRICE ON REQUEST
Price on request
Location France
Total Time 5,829 hrs
Serial # L-16883-15
Reg # F-HBOV France
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

VFR
Garmin GNS

Description

Tregor Air Services is thrilled to present F-HBOV, this Piper PA-38-112 Tomahawk, a well-known two-seat trainer and private touring aircraft, now available in France. F-HBOV represents a very attractive opportunity for a flying club, flight school, hour builder or private owner looking for a simple, economical and enjoyable aircraft. The Tomahawk remains a highly appreciated training platform, offering excellent visibility, responsive handling and low operating costs. The aircraft records have been reviewed and are compliant. The aircraft benefits from a documented recent maintenance status, with a CRS dated 26 June 2026 following the scheduled inspection. The aircraft is offered with a practical VFR avionics fit including Garmin GNS 430, Bendix/King KY97A, Narco AT150 transponder and Artex ME406 ELT. Powered by the reliable Lycoming O-235-L2C and equipped with a Sensenich 72CK-0-56 propeller, this PA-38 is a straightforward and cost-effective aircraft to operate. Offered at EUR 38,500 VAT Free, F-HBOV is a compelling aircraft for buyers looking for a clean and affordable entry into ownership or training operations. Please get in touch with Tregor Air Services for the full aircraft file, photos and further details. Airplane time state: Total Time Airframe: 5,829:27 hrs Engine: Lycoming O-235-L2C Engine Serial Number: L-16883-15 TTE: 1,436:37 hrs recorded engine time since overhaul reference SMOH: 1,436:37 hrs TBO: 2,400 hrs

Engine

1 Engine, Piston

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About This Piper PA-38-112 Tomahawk

This 1978 Piper PA-38-112 Tomahawk (F-HBOV) is a single engine piston with 5,829 hours on the airframe.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

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Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 5,829 hours
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Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (F-HBOV) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

France

France

Seller reported

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

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Safety Record

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