1981 Piper Seneca
Multi Engine Piston
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1981 PIPER SENECA III For Sale in Apaj 2025 EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR Hangared, PAX/CREW Oxygen system, In flight Freon A/C, New Heater, Inflatable door seal system, WX radar, New Windshield de-ice panel
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| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Scs Aviation Kft.
controller.com
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$175,000
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Apaj, Hungary | Mar 25, 2026 | 117 days | Active |
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About This Piper Seneca
This 1981 Piper Seneca (HA-YCN) is a 6-seat multi engine piston with 5,263 hours on the airframe. There are currently 115 Seneca aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $53,000 to $743,068. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $175,000.
The Seneca cruises at 180 kts (333 km/h) with a range of 750 nm (1,389 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 25,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 22 GPH (83 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $136/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $280/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $25,000. With 5,263 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,800 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Seneca — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (HA-YCN) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Apaj, Hungary
HU
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Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $198,976–$272,062.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.