1980 Piper Chieftain
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRAvionics: GARMIN G600 TXI Garmin Dual G600 TXI PDF MFD 10" and 8" Touchscreen Displays Garmin Dual GTN750xi Touchscreen WAAS LPV GPS Com/Navs Garmin GTX345R Transponder Remote display on GTNs ADS-B In and Out WX and Traffic Garmin GWX75 Digital Color Weather Radar Garmin GDL69 XM Weather Garmin G600 TXI EIS
Primary Engine Monitoring system including: CHT EGT Fuel Flow P RPM,s Oil TempOil Pressure Manifold Pressure Garmin GMA35C Audio Panel System S-Tec 3100 Digital Autopilot Fully Coupled to Panel Additional Equipment: Factory Airconditioning System Full Ice Protection with Hot Props
Boots and Hot WS Cargo Door True Blue Inverter System LED Landing Lights Wing Tip Recognition Lights Strobe Lights Position Lights Beacon Lights
Description
Avionics / Equipment Avionics: GARMIN G600 TXI Garmin Dual G600 TXI PDF MFD 10" and 8" Touchscreen Displays Garmin Dual GTN750xi Touchscreen WAAS LPV GPS Com/Navs Garmin GTX345R Transponder Remote display on GTNs ADS-B In and Out WX and Traffic Garmin GWX75 Digital Color Weather Radar Garmin GDL69 XM Weather Garmin G600 TXI EIS, Primary Engine Monitoring system including: CHT, EGT, Fuel Flow, P RPM,s, Oil Temp, Oil Pressure Manifold Pressure Garmin GMA35C Audio Panel System S-Tec 3100 Digital Autopilot Fully Coupled to Panel Additional Equipment: Factory Airconditioning System Full Ice Protection with Hot Props, Boots and Hot WS Cargo Door True Blue Inverter System LED Landing Lights Wing Tip Recognition Lights Strobe Lights Position Lights Beacon Lights
Engine
Engine(s): Engine 1: Lycoming TIO-540-J2B S/N L953561A 350 HP Only 361 Since Factory Reman (2022) TBO 1800 Engine 2: Lycoming LTIO-540-J2B S/N L1636-68A Only 375 Since Factory Reman (2022) Prop(s): 361 Since Prop Overhaul Left 361 Since Prop Overhaul Right Modifications/Conversions: Vortex Generators Colemill Panther Winglets BLR VG Kit with Gross Weight Increase Leather Wrapped Yokes USB Ports for Charging Portable Device
Propeller
361 Since Prop Overhaul left 361 Since Prop Overhaul Right
Interior
(2022) Number of Seats 8 New in 2022, Executive Club Dark Charcoal Gray and a light tan Diamond pattern leather seat, Gray carpet, off white headliner. Wood Cabinets and writing tables.
Exterior
(2022) Year Painted 2022 Matterhorn White and Smoked Turquoise with Aqua and Flame Red Accents Super Sharp trimmed with Stainless kit
Inspection
October Annual Logs are Available by CALLING Our Office TOLL FREE We will be delighted to assist you. Specifications and/or descriptions are provided as introductory information. They do not constitute representations or warranties of Scott MacDonald Aircraft Sales, Inc. Accordingly; you should rely on your own inspection of the aircraft. The offer for sale of this aircraft is subject to contract and the aircraft may at any time be withdrawn from the market without prior notice. Specification is subject to verification by the purchaser.
Modifications / STCs
• Factory Airconditioning System
• Full Ice Protection with Hot Props, Boots and Hot WS
• Cargo Door
• True Blue Inverter System
• LED Landing Lights
• Wing Tip Recognition Lights
• Strobe Lights
• Position Lights
• Beacon Lights
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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Scott MacDonald Aircraft Sales
trade-a-plane.com
|
$679,000
|
Stuart (), FL | Mar 20, 2026 | 120 days | Active | |
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Scott MacDonald Aircraft Sales
controller.com
|
$679,000
|
Stuart, FL | Mar 25, 2026 | 114 days | Active | |
|
Scott MacDonald Aircraft Sales
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$689,552 *
GBP £513,158
|
Stuart, FL | Apr 08, 2026 | 100 days | Active | |
|
Scott MacDonald Aircraft Sales
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$701,456
|
Stuart, Florida | Apr 06, 2026 | 103 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 Chieftain
This 1980 Piper Chieftain (N275CT) is a 10-seat multi engine piston with 8,020 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 above the market average at $679,000.
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.
Pre-Purchase Checklist
Piper Chieftain — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N275CT.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
We'll check N275CT against the NTSB accident database.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is above the typical asking range for this model, roughly $248,000–$509,871.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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