1979 Piper Arrow
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
1979 Piper Arrow IV - 7197 Hours Total Time Since New, Only 747 Hours SMOH by Triad Aviation, 747 Hours SPOH, Garmin GFC-500 Autopilot, Garmin G5 Horizon, Garmin G5 HSI, Avidyne IFD-440 GPS, Garmin GTX-345 Transponder Featuring ADS-B IN and OUT, Garmin 430W GPS, Garmin Aera 660 GPS with Dock Mounting System, JPI 830 Graphic Engine Monitor, USB Charging Ports, Speed Mods, One-Piece Windshield Upgrade, Tanis Engine Pre-Heater, New Paint and Interior in 2019!
Engine
The engine Overhaul was completed by Triad Aviation in 2017.
Propeller
The Propeller OH was completed in 2017.
Interior
• Grey Tweed Fabric Seating Featuring Color Coordinated Harmonizing Side Panels • Blue Carpet • New Interior in 2019 • Pilot Head Rest • Rear Seat Head Rests • Tinted Windows
Exterior
• White Base featuring Blue and Yellow Accents • New Paint in 2019 • The aircraft is kept inside a hangar when not flown.
Inspection
ANNUAL DUE: November 1, 2025 BI-ANNUAL IFR CHECKS DUE: August 2027 USEFUL LOAD: 933 Pounds NOTATIONS AD 2020-26-16 Wing Spar Eddie Current Inspection completed in November of 2021 at 6999.8 Total Time. Specifications are Subject to Verification upon the Buyer’s Inspection of the Aircraft. Optional aircraft transition flight training solutions are available. We accept trades and offer a variety of low fixed rate interest rate financing solutions up to 20 years. Bartelt Aviation does not endorse nor are we affiliated with Currency Finance, Avemco, or the Aircraft Cost Calculator that may be attached to our aircraft online sales ads. Bartelt Aviation has the ability to refer you to an Aircraft Lender and an Insurance Agent that should be able to provide you with lower cost options and superior customer service. Ask your Bartelt Aviation Sales person for details.
Modifications / STCs
• ADDITIONAL OUTSTANDING FEATURES / UPGRADES
• • JPI EDM-830 Graphic Engine Monitoring System
• • Sea-Wings Inc. Speed Enhancement Modification
• • Aileron / Flap Gap Seals / Wheel Well Fairings
• • Knots 2U Wing Root Fairings Speed Enhancement
• • One Piece Windshield Upgrade
• • Door Steward
• • Tanis Engine Pre-Heater System
• • SkyTech Light Weight Starter
• • Tow Bar
• • Hobbs Meter
• • Heated Pitot
• • Bracket Air Filter
• • Custom Upper Flat Metal Avionic Panel
• • Wing Tip Strobes
• • Custom Cabin Cover for Transient Trips
• • Custom Insulated Cowling Cover
• • Astro-Tech Chronometer – (Yoke Mounted)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Bartelt Aviation Inc - Larry
trade-a-plane.com
|
$152,900
|
Sturgis, MI | Mar 20, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Bartelt Aviation
controller.com
|
$152,900
|
Sturgis, MI | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Bartelt Aviation
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$155,682 *
GBP £115,555
|
Sturgis, MI | Apr 08, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Bartelt Aviation
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$157,614
|
Sturgis, Michigan, 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 Arrow
This 1979 Piper Arrow (N3069Y) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 7,197 hours on the airframe. There are currently 189 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $44,950 to $429,460. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $152,900.
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 Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $58/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 7,197 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
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
FAA registration data pending for N3069Y.
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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