1981 Piper Saratoga
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
The Piper PA-32R-301T is a six-seat, single-engine, all-metal, fixed-wing aircraft that was originally designed as the Piper Lance, a retractable gear version of the Piper Cherokee Six. Later models are known as Saratogas.
Highlights:
NEAT AND CLEAN AIRCRAFT
STC FOR STRETCHER (MEDIVAC)
Engine
Time Since New: 3 264 Hrs
Propeller
TBO: 2,400 Hrs TSOH: 46.40 Hrs Propeller Installed: 24/6/2022
Interior
Neat Beige Leather with Matching Carpets
Exterior
White with Blue Belly, and Blue and Gold Accents
Modifications / STCs
• Speed Kit Fitted
• STC for Stretcher - Can be used for Medivac
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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Rochelle Govender
avbuyer.com
|
$180,000
|
South Africa | Mar 16, 2026 | 123 days | Active | |
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Rochelle Govender
avbuyer.com
|
$170,000
|
South Africa | Mar 16, 2026 | 123 days | Active | |
|
Listing Source
aso.com
|
$170,000
|
South Africa | Mar 14, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
|
Absolute Aircraft Sales
controller.com
|
$170,000
|
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa | Mar 25, 2026 | 114 days | Active | |
|
Absolute Aircraft Sales
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$175,241
$170,000
|
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa | Apr 06, 2026 | 102 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Piper Saratoga
This 1981 Piper Saratoga (ZS-KTW) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 3,264 hours on the airframe. There are currently 121 Saratoga aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $187 to $745,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $170,000.
The Saratoga cruises at 163 kts (302 km/h) with a range of 950 nm (1,759 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 20,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 15 GPH (57 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $93/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $170/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $20,000. With 3,264 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 Saratoga — 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 (ZS-KTW) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
ZA
Seller reported 82 more aircraft in Gauteng →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 database checked for ZS-KTW.
Note: NTSB covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers). This aircraft is registered in a non-US country (ZS-KTW). Safety records from the national aviation authority may not be included in our database.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $176,225–$244,425.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
