1981 Piper Arrow
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
This Arrow IV is a well maintained, original aircraft with nil damage history. All logbooks since new
Lower main wing spar eddy current inspection C/O October 2023
Internal factory corrosion proofing (Zinc Chromate)
Electric Trim
268L Usable fuel
Fresh annual completed October 2024
Hours will change as aircraft is still flying King KMA24 Audio Panel
KY197 COM
KR87 ADF
KN53 NAV
KT76A TXP
KLN89B GPS
ICOM IC-A210 COM
SPA400 Intercom
Century 21 Autopilot
Artex 406 ELT
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Listing Source
planesales.com.au
|
$86,871
$86,117
|
Victoria, Australia | Jul 02, 2026 | 15 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis
About This Piper Arrow
This 1981 Piper Arrow (VH-HAB) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 11,325 hours on the airframe. There are currently 218 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $119 to $417,623. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $86,871.
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 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $65/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 11,325 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
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (VH-HAB) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Victoria, Australia
AU
Seller reportedTitle 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 VH-HAB against the NTSB accident database.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $110,338–$149,378.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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