1979 Piper Arrow for sale

1979 Piper Arrow

Single Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$152,900above typical asking range
Location Sturgis, MI
Total Time 7,197 hrs
Engine SMOH 747 hrs
Seats 4
Serial # 28R-7918104
Reg # N3069Y
Cruise 135 kts (250 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR

AVIONICS Garmin GFC-500 Automatic Flight Control System Garmin Blue Level Button PS Engineering PMA-8000G Audio Panel / 3 LMB / 4-Place Intercom Garmin G5 Horizon Garmin G5 Horizontal Situation Indicator Avidyne IFD440 GPS / Nav /Com

(WAAS Approved) Garmin 430W GPS / Nav /Com

(WAAS Approved) Garmin GI-102A VOR / Glideslope Indicator Garmin GTX-345 Transponder / ADS-B Compliant In and Out Garmin Aera 660 GPS with Docking Station

(Panel Mounted) Mid Continent Chronometer with USB "A" Power Outlets (Pilot Side) Dual USB C Power Outlets

(Co-Pilot Side) Dual Push to Talk Switches 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

Avionics / Equipment AVIONICS Garmin GFC-500 Automatic Flight Control System Garmin Blue Level Button PS Engineering PMA-8000G Audio Panel / 3 LMB / 4-Place Intercom Garmin G5 Horizon Garmin G5 Horizontal Situation Indicator Avidyne IFD440 GPS / Nav /Com - (WAAS Approved) Garmin 430W GPS / Nav /Com - (WAAS Approved) Garmin GI-102A VOR / Glideslope Indicator Garmin GTX-345 Transponder / ADS-B Compliant In and Out Garmin Aera 660 GPS with Docking Station - (Panel Mounted) Mid Continent Chronometer with USB "A" Power Outlets - (Pilot Side) Dual USB C Power Outlets - (Co-Pilot Side) Dual Push to Talk Switches 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)

Engine

ENGINE 747 Hours Since Major Overhaul by Triad Aviation - (Completed in 2017) PROP 747 Hours Since Propeller Overhaul - (Completed in 2017)

Propeller

The Propeller OH was completed in 2017.

Interior

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.

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 Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Bartelt Aviation
controller.com
$152,900

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

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 218 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $119 to $417,623. 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 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 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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 7,197 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,000 hrs)
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
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 registration data pending for N3069Y.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Sturgis, MI

Seller reported 128 more aircraft in Michigan →

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 N3069Y against the NTSB accident database.

Price History

3 price events · sources: trade-a-plane.com, controlleremea.co.uk, controller.com

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is above the typical asking range for this model, roughly $112,008–$168,986.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

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