1979 Piper Arrow for sale

1979 Piper Arrow

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$159,560
Location United Kingdom
Seats 4
Reg # G-OARC UK
Cruise 135 kts (250 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

2 X Garmin G5's Garmin GMA 340 Auto Panel Garmin GTN 650 Nav/Com/GPS Garmin GNC255A Nav/Com Garmin GTX328 Transponder Garmin GFC500 Autopilot BendixKing KN64 DME BendixKing KR87TSO ADF

Description

AT Aviation are pleased to present G-OARC, a Piper Arrow IV. RC offers a natural step up from both the Warrior and the Archer, the Arrow introduces retractable landing gear and a constant-speed propeller, making it the ideal aircraft for pilots looking to build experience on complex aircraft while retaining the renowned handling characteristics and reliability that Piper is famous for. Whether you're looking for an aircraft for hour building, a new addition to your flight training fleet or comfortable tourer, this Arrow IV is a superb all-rounder.

G-OARC has accumulated 7,275 airframe hours and the Lycoming engine has 1,550 hours since overhaul, completed in 2018. The engine remains well within both calendar and hourly limits, leaving plenty of life remaining, making this an excellent proposition for both private owners and flying schools alike. The aircraft will be supplied with a fresh Annual Inspection, allowing its new owner to fly away with confidence.

One of the standout features of G-OARC is its exceptional avionics fit. The panel is centred around a modern Garmin suite featuring dual Garmin G5 electronic flight instruments, a Garmin GTN 650 GPS/NAV/COM, Garmin Audio panel and Garmin Transponder, providing outstanding situational awareness and capability. Completing the package is the highly desirable Garmin GFC 500 digital autopilot, making cross-country touring a pleasure while significantly reducing pilot workload. Traditional DME and ADF equipment are also installed, providing excellent flexibility for IFR training too.

As a normally aspirated Arrow IV, it benefits from slightly lower operating costs and simpler maintenance compared to its turbocharged counterpart, while still delivering great cruise performance and load-carrying capability. The Arrow's forgiving flight characteristics, robust construction and widespread parts availability have made it a firm favourite with owners, flight schools and syndicates for decades, ensuring straightforward ownership and strong long-term appeal.

Presented in great overall condition, G-OARC is now available to view at the AT Aviation showroom. If you're looking for a well-equipped, capable complex aircraft that is equally at home on training sorties, weekend adventures or European touring, this Arrow IV deserves your attention. Contact the AT Aviation sales team today to arrange your viewing and discover why the Piper Arrow should be your next aircraft!

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison

Source Price Action
AT Aviation Sales
planecheck.com
$159,560 *
£ 119,500

* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Piper Arrow

This 1979 Piper Arrow (G-OARC) is a 4-seat single engine piston . There are currently 212 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $64,900 to $419,290. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $159,560.

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.

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

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Budget $158 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Arrow — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
135 kts (250 km/h)
Max Speed
144 kts (267 km/h)
Range
720 nm (1,333 km)
Ceiling
15,400 ft (4,694 m)
Max Weight
2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)
Useful Load
940 lbs (426 kg)
Horsepower
200 HP
Fuel Capacity
72 gal (273 L)
Fuel Burn
10.5 GPH (40 L/h)
TBO
2,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Arrow

Fuel Burn
10.5 GPH
~$68/hr
Variable Cost
$145/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$18,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$30,000
every 2,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the PIPER Arrow. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

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

This aircraft (G-OARC) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

United Kingdom

GB

Seller reported

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 G-OARC against the NTSB accident database.

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