1979 Piper Archer
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
Well maintained PA-28, imported from Germany to Switzerland, seamless history (L-Akte) and thereafter seamless Swiss Maintenance history. This AC needs a wing corrosion treatment, step on segment repair and an engine treatment, no overhaul but repair necessary. This AC can be used on condition based on AMP (LBA approved). Piper PA28-181 Archer II SN 28-7990579 Year 1979 MTOW1157 Noise Class C (74.1 dBA) D-EMPR Both Swiss & EU VAT paid, no surplus tax expected. Outside parking, covered with AC cover PtF for ferry flight may be obtained. Where is as is LSZC.
Interior
6/10 Brownish panels, leather seats, grey carpets.
Exterior
6/10, colour scheme white with blue stripes, a polish is recommended, some plastic parts worn.
Modifications / STCs
• NAV lights, strobe lights, rotating beacon, landing light, towing bar, plane cover.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Wingscout
planecheck.com
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$39,653 *
CHF 32,000
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Switzerland | May 03, 2026 | 75 days | 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 Archer
This 1979 Piper Archer (D-EMPR) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 6,470 hours on the airframe. There are currently 103 Archer aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $3,348 to $554,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $39,653.
The Archer cruises at 124 kts (230 km/h) with a range of 703 nm (1,302 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,100 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.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Archer — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (D-EMPR) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Switzerland
CH
Seller reportedTitle Status
No FAA title records
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Safety Record
NTSB database checked for D-EMPR.
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