1979 Piper Dakota
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRNew Grey Metal Instrument Panel Garmin GNS 430 W GPS Garmin GI 106 Indicator Garmin GTX 345 Transponder with ADSB In and Out S-TEC 30 Auto Pilot with GPSS Link to GNS 430 W GPS Sandel EFIS Electronic HSI Indicator King KX 155 NAV/COM King KI 209A VOR/LOC/G.S. King KMA 24 Audio Panel NAT 4 Place Intercom
Description
Maintenance Condition: Complete Logs: Yes Flight Rules: IFR Useful Load: 1213.41 Lbs. Transponder CERT. 11-09-2023 Annual Inspection 10-16-2024 Complete Logbooks and Documents since New for Aircraft Log 1 | Aircraft Log 2 | Engine Log for Propeller Log | Weight Balance | Airworthiness Exterior: All Over White with Red, Blue, and Silver Trim Painted by Norris Carter Aircraft Painting 01/20/1993 Interior: # of Seats:4 Original Deluxe Piper Upgrade Interior with Extra Sound Proofing Including: Insight Graphic Engine Monitor JPI Electronic OAT Davtron M80D Chronometer Airtex 406 ELT Precise Flight Standby Vacuum System Electric Trim Copper Electrical Cables Cabin Ventilation Fan Auxiliary Power Outlet Wing Tip Strobe Lights Wheel Pants
Interior
# of Seats:4 Original Deluxe Piper Upgrade Interior with Extra Sound Proofing
Exterior
All Over White with Red, Blue, and Silver Trim Painted by Norris Carter Aircraft Painting 01/20/1993
Inspection
Complete Logs: Yes Flight Rules: IFR Useful Load: 1213.41 Lbs. Transponder CERT. 11-09-2023 Annual Inspection 10-16-2024 Complete Logbooks and Documents since New for Aircraft Log 1 | Aircraft Log 2 | Engine Log for Propeller Log | Weight&Balance | Airworthiness
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Listing Source
aso.com
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$169,950
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CA | Mar 14, 2026 | 1 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Dakota
This 1979 Piper Dakota (N2840A) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 2,035 hours on the airframe. There are currently 20 Dakota aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $125,000 to $279,500. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $169,950.
The Dakota cruises at 143 kts (265 km/h) with a range of 650 nm (1,204 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 17,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 13 GPH (49 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $81/hr in fuel alone.
FAA registration status: Revoked. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
Piper Dakota — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
REGISTRATION PENDING
Registration Address
SACRAMENTO, CA
FAA Status
Revoked
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
Location & Ownership
Title Status
Clear Title
No active liens on FAA record
FAA Title Records — 1 document FAA DocIndex
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 N2840A.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $145,395–$190,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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