1980 Piper Chieftain
Multi Engine Piston
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1980 PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN For Sale in Winnipeg, Manitoba 1980 Piper Navajo Chieftain – C-GHQF Reliable. Versatile. Proven Performer. Experience the perfect combination of capability and comfort with this well-equipped 1980 Piper Navajo Chieftain. C-GHQF has been meticulously maintained and upgraded, making it an ideal choice for commercial operators, charter companies, or private owners looking for a dependable multi-engine aircraft with strong performance and a comfortable cabin. Airframe & Powerplant Total Time: 19,829.2 Hours Engines: Lycoming TIO-540-J2BD Left Engine – 1,164.5 Hrs SMOH Right Engine – 1,211.4 Hrs SMOH Propellers: Hartzell HC-E3YR-2ATF Both engines run strong with mid-time hours and excellent performance records — a turnkey workhorse ready to fly. Avionics & Flight Deck Garmin GNS 530W & GNS 430W Garmin GMA 340 Audio Panel King KFC-200 Flight Director / Autopilot TAWS-B GPS 150XL Dual King KY 96A Comms Artex 406 MHz ELT A reliable IFR panel layout offering modern situational awareness and ease of navigation. Features & Options Factory Air Conditioning Cargo Door Oxygen System Electric Prop De-Ice Cleveland Wheels & Brakes Cabin comfort and operational versatility make this aircraft an excellent utility platform for passenger or cargo operations. Modifications & STCs Boundary Layer VG Kit (Super Chief I) – SA00192SE Landing Weight Increase Kit – SA00202SE Wing Rib Reinforcement – SA00378SE RG-24-20 Concorde Battery – SA01147 Performance and safety enhancements for improved handling and increased useful load. Summary C-GHQF represents a dependable and proven twin-engine aircraft with excellent performance pedigree. Equipped with upgraded avionics, key STCs, and mid-time engines, this Chieftain is ready for immediate service in passenger, cargo, or utility roles. A solid investment for operators seeking performance, reliability, and value.
Engine
Lycoming TIO-540-J2BD, SMOH 1164 hrs
Propeller
Hartzell HC-E3YR-2ATF
Modifications / STCs
• DWG Known Icing
• Factory Air Conditioning
• Cargo Door
• Oxygen System
• Electric Prop De-Ice
• Cleveland Wheels & Brakes
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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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$189,000
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Winnipeg, MB, Canada | Mar 25, 2026 | 115 days | Active |
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About This Piper Chieftain
This 1980 Piper Chieftain (C-GHQF) is a 10-seat multi engine piston with 19,829 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 $189,000.
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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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (C-GHQF) is registered outside the US.
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Title Status
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Safety Record
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