1997 Piper Saratoga
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
Low time Saratoga II TC with only 1130 hours since new
Always hangered, no known damage
Always under CAMO
All Logs and maintenance reports available
Total repair of engine in 2021 incl. new camshaft, pistons, crankshaft bearings, oilpump, injection system, fuel pump....
All oil hoses new in 2021
Turbocharger overhaul in 2024 Fresh annual 4/2026
First conntact by e-mail please
Interior
Original in good condition, beige leather and carpet
Exterior
Original in good condition, white with blue accent stripe
Modifications / STCs
• Factory Oxygen for 6 Seats
• USB Ports
• Ground clearance switch
• Bluethooth connecting ForeFlight with GNS 530 for transfer of FP
• Whindow shades
• Bose connectors
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Matthias Frings
planecheck.com
|
$341,142 *
€ 297,500
|
Germany | May 03, 2026 | 75 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Piper Saratoga
This 1997 Piper Saratoga (D-EAYX) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 1,130 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 above the market average at $341,142.
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 1,130 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 870 hours remaining to engine TBO .
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (D-EAYX) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Germany
DE
Seller reportedTitle Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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