1979 Piper Arrow
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
Imported in Italy in 1988 Well maintained and hangared Arrow Under CAMO Propeller Strike occurred in 2021, after that engine had a shock load inspection and propeller was replaced with new MT 3 Bladed Propeller Annual inspection completed 31/05/2023 Price with overhauled engine: Euro 188,000.00 Specifications subject to verification by purchaser
Engine
Engine Continental TSIO-360-FB1A, S/N: 211843 TT: 3510 TSOH: 1774 Prop Strike occurred in 2021. Engine Shock Load Inspection completed at Engine TSOH: 1469 (305 hours ago!) Engine overhauled: in 2018 TBO: 1800 hours With 10% tolerance extension, there are around 206 hours left to the TBO
Propeller
MT Propeller 3 Bladed Composite Blades, MTV-2-D188-30D, S/N: 211843 TT: 305 hrs Installed new 30/01/2018 Woodward Governor installed with the new propeller 30/01/2018
Interior
Red velour with black side inserts, red carpet All 4 seats equipped with headrest Front adjustable seats Shoulder Harness Seat Belts Original, in good condition
Exterior
Original Piper design Juneau White Matador Red Trim Las Vegas Gold Accents Good condition
Modifications / STCs
• Optional engine priming system
• Auxiliary power receptacle
• Heated pitot
• Vacuum System (21CC Vacuum Pump)
• Anti Collision Strobe lights
• Shoulder Harness Seat Belts
• Cabin fire extinguisher
• First aid kit
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Aeromeccanica
globalair.com
|
$94,100
|
Italy | Mar 13, 2026 | 2 days | Active | |
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Stefano Scossa
avbuyer.com
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$116,399
$116,460
|
Italy | Jun 02, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Aeromeccanica
aircraftdealer.com
|
$104,729
$105,957
|
Greenville, SC | Mar 15, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
|
Aeromeccanica
planecheck.com
|
$78,464 *
€ 68,000
|
Italy | May 03, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Aeromeccanica
aircraft24.com
|
$78,465
|
Italy | Jun 05, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Aeromeccanica
aircraft24.com
|
Call for price *
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Italy | Mar 21, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Aeromeccanica
controller.com
|
$105,174
$104,355
|
Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Aeromeccanica
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$105,141 *
AUD $150,121
|
Locarno, Ticino, Australia | Apr 06, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Aeromeccanica
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$104,994 *
GBP £78,459
|
Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Piper Arrow
This 1979 Piper Arrow (N500DS) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 3,510 hours on the airframe. There are currently 194 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $44,950 to $429,460. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $105,174.
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 3,510 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 N500DS.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
NTSB database checked for N500DS.
Price History
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