1997 Piper Seneca
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Imagine an aircraft that has been highly updated to the latest available avionics, speed mods, cosmetic mods, sound reducing side windows, new Rosen sun visors, and power outlets for Starlink Mini, and Winblade Inogen Aviator oxygen generator.
Imagine an owner who said hell to the expense and optioned the Garmin Yaw Damper when replacing the autopilot with the latest GFC500 from Garmin. While giving the panel the full treatment with touchscreen GTN750xi GPS/NAV/COM, backup GI 275 Attitude Director Indicator. Et Cetera (see more below)
Imagine an aircraft that has been maintained literally without reference to expense, where every conceivable maintenance action has been undertaken including recent top overhauls, turbos and most accessories. (all invoices available)
Imagine purchasing an aircraft where there is nothing to spend, where trips can be confidently planned with the safety of two counter-rotating engines (no critical engine) which are turbo-charged for nearly 200 knots true airspeed at altitude.
Imagine an owner-flown aircraft that has always been sympathetically operated for maximum longevity. An aircraft that has taken well over a year offline to bring the aircraft up to the demanding standards of this obsessive owner. This is something that is very often underrated with owning aircraft!
Here is your opportunity to purchase a piston twin for business or pleasure and start enjoying the benefits from the get go.
AIR CONDITIONING which has just been overhauled.
100 Hourly Inspection is being completed February 2026. Not a cheap job to get the plane sold, this large maintenance organisation works on the principle: Our Way or the Highway! So no compromises with this.
The owner has decided to upgrade to a brand new, faster aircraft.
Aircraft schedule for your viewing 2026:
Call for details.
May 2026 The aircraft has now completed a comprehensive 100 Hourly Inspection at Smart Air Maintenance, Albury NSW. The elevator jack-screw was found to be binding ever so slightly so the owner said, "replace with new!" which has been accomplished.
The aircraft is currently hangared and based at Swan Hill, Vic, which is a dry inland location.
Please call for component runout times and more information. Continental TSIO-360-R/L B, 1,410 hours with Top Overhauls at 1,100 hours including new turbos.
Upgraded Alternators with 500-Hour Inspections Completed
3 Blade Constant Speed Propellers G500 TXi Primary Flight Display
New Garmin GFC 500 Auto Pilot (Pitch, Roll, Yaw, Pitch Trim) with blue level button
Garmin Electronic Stability and Protection (ESP)
Garmin GMC 507 Autopilot Controller
Garmin GTN 750xi GPS/Nav/Comm/MFD
Garmin GPS 175 Navigator
Garmin GTR 225 VHF COM Transceiver
Garmin GI 275 (Al/ADI)
Garmin GTX 345R ADS-B In/Out Transponder
Garmin Flight Stream 510 for Wireless Flight Plan Transfer
TAS-620 Traffic Awareness
RDR 2000 Colour Weather Radar with Vertical Profile
PAI-700 Vertical Compass (Fixed Card)
Upgraded LED Instrument Panel Lighting for Enhanced Readability
Provisions for Starlink Mini
Provisions for Iridium Sat Phone
Integrated Audio System including LEMO plugs
Landing Height System including Gear Warning System
Copilot conventional flight instruments (ASI, AH, ALT, T/B, DG, VSI) AIR CONDITIONED. (recently overhauled)
New Pilot & Co-Pilot UV-Filtered Perspex for Reduced Glare
Seating Configuration for up to Six Passengers with double opening door for easy access to club seating without having to climb on to a wing. This can be a game changer if you have passengers with special needs. LED Wing Tip Recognition Lighting for Improved Visibility
Newly Installed Wing LED Strobe and Navigation Lights
High-Gloss Multilayer Paint with Distinctive Striping
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Listing Source
planesales.com.au
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$551,585
$547,708
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Victoria, Australia | Jul 02, 2026 | 1 days | Active |
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About This Piper Seneca
This 1997 Piper Seneca (VH-LMI) is a 6-seat multi engine piston with 2,625 hours on the airframe. There are currently 114 Seneca aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $53,000 to $750,826. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $551,585.
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 2,625 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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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (VH-LMI) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Victoria, Australia
AU
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Safety Record
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