1987 Piper Cheyenne for sale

1987 Piper Cheyenne

Multi Engine Turboprop

FOR SALE
$999,000Fair Price
Location Novato, CA
Total Time 7,352 hrs
Engine SMOH 892 hrs
Seats 8
Serial # 42-5527002
Reg # N400VB
Engine Turbo-prop ×2
Cruise 240 kts (444 km/h)
✓ FAA Valid ✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
Avidyne EX-500 MFD Garmin GNS-530AW (16 watt transmitter) Nav/Com/GPS L-3 (Goodrich) WX-1000 Stormscope interfaced w/ EX-500 MFD & 530W Heads Up XM WX Weather Datalink interfaced w/ EX-500 MFD Garmin GAD-42 Interface Adapter Sandel SN 4500 Primary Navigation Display Collins APC-65 Autopilot Kulite oil pressure/temperature gauges/pressure transducers Flight Stream talk to Nav from iPad.(send flight plan from ipad to airplane) to allow connection to an EFB

Description

Impressive turbo-prop performance. Certified to 41,000 ft. in pressurized comfort. More than 5 hours endurance with near 350 kt cruise speed. One owner airplane, same pilot since 1993. Originally a factory demonstrator.See below for digitized logbooks.

Propeller

Counter-rotating Both props 653 hrs since new Carbon fiber spinners

Interior

Headliner, seats and carpeting updated over time with approved materials Inverter current to provide AC power in the club seating section. Creative Interiors Mid-ship cabinet assembly Leather seats Hot coffee in forward beverage pyramid Wine bottle storage and crushed ice in aft pyramid

Exterior

3-color modern paint scheme Whelen LED Anti-collision lights

Inspection

I/R/W Piper Progressive Inspection Program. Event 1 completed 10/2023. Next due in 98 hrs. or 3/2026. Event 2 completed 3/2025. Next due in 198 hrs. NOTE: These specifications are presented as introductory information only. They do not constitute representations or warranties of any kind. Accordingly, you should rely on your own inspection of this aircraft to verify correctness. The aircraft is subject to prior sale, and/or removal from the market

Modifications / STCs

Spares and tools included with sale:

Honeywell OEM Audio Panel (Serviceable and working when removed/replaced) (2)

Incandescent digital display capsules for Collins Proline Nav/com Radio (3)

Garrett/Honeywell Integrated Engine Control (IEC) Service Analyzer and Diagnostic Tool (1)

OEM Engine Oil Pressure/Temperature Indicator (2)

OEM Engine Oil Pressure Transducer (1)

Nosewheel Rim and Tire (Serviceable when removed) (1)

400LS Tail Jack Pad Appliance (1)

M-T Propeller Service and Removal Tool (2)

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison 1 active offer

Source Price Action
T J Neff
trade-a-plane.com
$999,000
T.J Neff Aircraft Sales
aircraftdealer.com
$999,000
Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
$999,000
Tj Neff Aircraft Sales
controller.com
$999,000
Tj Neff Aircraft Sales
controlleremea.co.uk
$1,016,588 *
GBP £755,000
Tj Neff Aircraft Sales
aviationtrader.com.au
$1,032,039

* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Piper Cheyenne

This 1987 Piper Cheyenne (N400VB) is a 8-seat multi engine turboprop with 7,352 hours on the airframe. There are currently 25 Cheyenne aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $495,000 to $1,514,887. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $999,000.

The Cheyenne cruises at 240 kts (444 km/h) with a range of 1,400 nm (2,593 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 31,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 55 GPH (208 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $302/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $650/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $100,000. With 7,352 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

FAA registration: Valid (KELLEHER CORPORATION)
Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 7,352 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (3,500 hrs)
Budget $825 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Cheyenne — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
8
Cruise Speed
240 kts (444 km/h)
Max Speed
262 kts (485 km/h)
Range
1,400 nm (2,593 km)
Ceiling
31,000 ft (9,449 m)
Max Weight
9,050 lbs (4,105 kg)
Useful Load
2,900 lbs (1,315 kg)
Fuel Capacity
365 gal (1382 L)
Fuel Burn
55 GPH (208 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
3,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Cheyenne

Fuel Burn
55.0 GPH
~$358/hr
Variable Cost
$650/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$100,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$300,000
every 3,500 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the PIPER Cheyenne. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registered Owner

KELLEHER CORPORATION

Registration Address

SAN RAFAEL, CA

Certificate Issued

1987-03-12

Airworthiness

1985-12-09

FAA Status

Valid

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Novato, CA

Seller reported 741 more aircraft in CA →

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

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for N400VB.

Price History

3 price events · sources: controller.com, aircraftdealer.com, controlleremea.co.uk

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$999,000
Range: $999,000 — $999,000
Confidence: 40%
vs. Market
0%
Fair Price

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