1978 Piper Arrow
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
This solid low-times turbo Arrow shows very well, inside and out. See below for digitized logbooks. Airframe: Total Time: 3,681 1978 FAA reported "minor" accident: "Nose gear failed to extend fully, prop tips contacted the runway, pilot pulled nose up, then the gear locked down." Engines: CONTINENTAL TSIO360F Time: 511 TBO: 2008 Props: Hartzell
Engine
CONTINENTAL TSIO360F HARTZELL BHC-C2YF-1BF
Interior
New windshields 2008 Painted by Cimarron 1992 New side panels and seat coverings from Airtex Products 2008 Carpet 1992
Exterior
New windshields 2008 Painted by Cimarron 1992
Inspection
Annual due: 4/1/2026. Alt/Sta/XPDR due: 4/1/2027. These specifications are presented as introductory information only. They do not constitute representations or warranties of any kind. Accordingly, you should rely on your own inspection of this aircraft to verify correctness. The aircraft is subject to prior sale, and/or removal from the market.
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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Tj Neff Aircraft Sales
controller.com
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$134,000
|
Novato, CA | Mar 25, 2026 | 117 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Arrow
This 1978 Piper Arrow (N6089H) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,681 hours on the airframe. There are currently 217 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $119 to $417,623. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $134,000.
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 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $65/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 3,681 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 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 Arrow — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
GROMER GERALD M
Registration Address
SEBASTOPOL, CA
Certificate Issued
2007-11-26
Airworthiness
1979-11-19
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 N6089H.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $109,450–$166,626.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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