1979 Piper Chieftain
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
1979 PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN For Sale in Winnipeg, Manitoba 1979 Piper Navajo Chieftain – C-GMKO Well-maintained 1979 Piper Navajo Chieftain featuring upgraded Garmin avionics and recent engine overhauls. This aircraft offers a strong combination of performance, reliability, and comfort — ideal for charter, corporate, or private operations. Equipped with a cargo door, air conditioning, and numerous STC upgrades, C-GMKO is ready for work or travel. Airframe Total Time: 15,016 Hours Engines Lycoming TIO-540-J2BD (350 HP each) Left Engine: 2,019.7 Hours SMOH Right Engine: 1,004.1 Hours SMOH Propellers Hartzell HC-E3YR-2ATF (3-Blade Constant Speed) Avionics Garmin GNS-430W (GPS/NAV/COMM) Garmin GNS-530W (GPS/NAV/COMM) Garmin GMA-340 Audio Panel Garmin GTX-330 Transponder Collins DME-451 KR-87 ADF Artex 406 MHz ELT TDR-950 Equipment & Features Cargo Door Air Conditioning Oxygen System Tanis Engine Heaters Cleveland Wheels & Brakes Electric Propeller Anti-Ice System STCs & Modifications VG Kit – Gross Weight Increase (SA00192SE) Landing Weight Increase Kit (SA00202SE) Wing Rib Reinforcement (SA00378SE) Concorde RG-24-20 Battery Installation (SA01147)
Engine
Lycoming TIO-540-J2BD
Propeller
Hartzell HC-E3YR-2ATF
Interior
Number of Seats
Modifications / STCs
• Equipment & Features
• Cargo Door
• Air Conditioning
• Oxygen System
• Tanis Engine Heaters
• Cleveland Wheels & Brakes
• Electric Propeller Anti-Ice System
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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Aircraft Canada
controller.com
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$175,000
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Winnipeg, MB, Canada | Mar 25, 2026 | 115 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Chieftain
This 1979 Piper Chieftain (C-GMKO) is a 10-seat multi engine piston with 15,016 hours on the airframe. There are currently 35 Chieftain aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $90,000 to $679,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $175,000.
The Chieftain cruises at 205 kts (380 km/h) with a range of 950 nm (1,759 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 24,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 38 GPH (144 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $236/hr in fuel alone.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Chieftain — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (C-GMKO) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
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Safety Record
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Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $192,000–$469,081.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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