1980 Piper Archer
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHGarmin GMA 345 Audio Panel Garmin GMA GTN 650 GPS Garmin G5 AI Garmin GTX345 Transponder Insight Digital Engine Monitor
Description
This 1980 Piper Archer II is a dependable aircraft with 11,075 hours total time and 1,200 hours since major overhaul. It has been nicely upgraded with several modern Garmin avionics that make it a capable platform for training or personal flying. The panel features a Garmin G5 attitude indicator, Garmin GTN 650 WAAS GPS/NAV/COM, Garmin GTX 345 ADS-B In/Out transponder, Garmin GMA 345 audio panel, Garmin 396 GPS, and an Insight digital engine monitor. The paint and interior show normal wear for their age but remain serviceable and present well. This Archer offers a solid airframe with good avionics and is ready for its next owner.
Engine
1,200 SMOH 180HP
Interior
show normal wear for their age but remain serviceable and present well
Exterior
and interior show normal wear for their age but remain serviceable and present well
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Sales Team
trade-a-plane.com
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$92,500
$110,500
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Erie, PA | Mar 20, 2026 | 119 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis
About This Piper Archer
This 1980 Piper Archer (N8150A) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 11,075 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 $92,500.
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
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 N8150A.
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 N8150A against the NTSB accident database.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $99,000–$128,356.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
