1979 Piper Dakota
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRGarmin GDL 88 ADS-B UAT Transceiver System Garmin Flight Stream 210 Garmin GTN650 navigation System S-Tec System 30 Two Axis Automatic Flight Guidance System w/GPSS Steering Altitude Hold Two Garmin 106A Navigation Indicators Garmin GTX 327 Transponder Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel Garmin GNC 255A Nav/Com Receiver Garmin GPS 696 w/XM Radio Receiver (Panel wired for Ships Power Integration w/Audio Panel Flight Plan updates from GTN 650) Sigma-Tek 4000C Directional Gyro JPI Fuel Scan 450 fuel flow computer
Interfaced with Garmin GTN650 Bendix/King KN 64 DME Selectable to Nav 1 (GTN650) or Nav-2 (GNC 255) JPI 730 Engine Monitor w/Flush Panel Mount Electronics International SC-5 Super Clock
Description
If you've been looking for a solid all-around airplane, this Piper Turbo Dakota deserves a close look. It's a low-time machine with a strong engine that has just 600 hours since overhaul, so you'll have plenty of worry-free flying ahead. The paint and interior are gorgeous and really stand out - this is an airplane you'll be proud to pull up in at any airport. Inside, it's clean, comfortable, and ready to go. It's also equipped with a Garmin GTN650 GPS, an S-TEC 30 auto pilot, and a JPI engine engine monitor, giving you dependable navigation and ease on longer trips with accurate engine data in front of you. Whether you're flying for business, family getaways, or just weekend adventures, this Dakota has the speed, useful load, and range to make it a great traveling partner. Overall, it's a well-cared-for airplane that's turn-key and ready to fly. If you want a reliable, good-looking Turbo Dakota without breaking the bank, this one checks all the boxes. Aircraft this nice and low time are hard to find. AVIONICS: Garmin GDL 88 ADS-B UAT Transceiver System Garmin Flight Stream 210 Garmin GTN650 navigation System S-Tec System 30 Two Axis Automatic Flight Guidance System w/GPSS Steering Altitude Hold Two Garmin 106A Navigation Indicators Garmin GTX 327 Transponder Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel Garmin GNC 255A Nav/Com Receiver Garmin GPS 696 w/XM Radio Receiver (Panel wired for Ships Power Integration w/Audio Panel Flight Plan updates from GTN 650) Sigma-Tek 4000C Directional Gyro JPI Fuel Scan 450 fuel flow computer - Interfaced with Garmin GTN650 Bendix/King KN 64 DME Selectable to Nav 1 (GTN650) or Nav-2 (GNC 255) JPI 730 Engine Monitor w/Flush Panel Mount Electronics International SC-5 Super Clock
Engine
TSIO-360-FB8 Turbocharged engine Merlyn Automatic Wastegate. Factory Reman Engine.
Interior
The interior is finished in a rich burgundy leather that's in great shape and shows beautifully, giving the cabin a classic, upscale look. Outside, the airplane wears a striking white, burgundy, and silver paint scheme that complements the interior perfectly. While the paint isn't new, it presents as such thanks to being consistently stored in a climate-controlled hangar. Overall, the aircraft shows exceptionally well, both inside and out.
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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Listing Source
trade-a-plane.com
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$204,900
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Cresson, TX | Mar 30, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Dakota
This 1979 Piper Dakota (N2096X) is a single engine piston with 3,950 hours on the airframe. There are currently 16 Dakota aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $125,000 to $385,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $204,900.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N2096X.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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