1997 Piper Seneca

1997 Piper Seneca

Multi Engine Piston

FOR SALE
$551,585Fair Price
Location Victoria, Australia
Total Time 2,625 hrs
Seats 6
Reg # VH-LMI Australia
Cruise 180 kts (333 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

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 Action
Listing Source
planesales.com.au
$551,585
$547,708

Estimate Monthly Payment

Piper Seneca loan calculator

AeroGurus

AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 2,625 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,800 hrs)
Budget $330 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Seneca — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
6
Cruise Speed
180 kts (333 km/h)
Max Speed
196 kts (363 km/h)
Range
750 nm (1,389 km)
Ceiling
25,000 ft (7,620 m)
Max Weight
4,750 lbs (2,155 kg)
Useful Load
1,590 lbs (721 kg)
Horsepower
220 HP
Fuel Capacity
123 gal (466 L)
Fuel Burn
22 GPH (83 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
1,800 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Seneca

Fuel Burn
22.0 GPH
~$143/hr
Variable Cost
$280/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$25,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$40,000
every 1,800 hrs

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

Ownership & Registration

FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).

This aircraft (VH-LMI) is registered outside the US.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Victoria, Australia

AU

Seller reported

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 VH-LMI.

Note: NTSB covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers). This aircraft is registered in a non-US country (VH-LMI). Safety records from the national aviation authority may not be included in our database.

Price History

2 price events · sources: controller.com, planesales.com.au

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$229,000
Range: $152,225 — $480,879
Confidence: 90%
vs. Market
+141%
Above Market

Similar Aircraft for Sale

$200,000
For Sale
Total Time 3,610
Reg# C-GNOL Canada
Location Canada
Listed 3mo ago
$149,581
For Sale
Total Time 5,150
Reg# I-CUND Italy
Location Locarno, Ticino, Switzerland
9 sources
$529,475
For Sale
Reg# M-MANX
Location London, United Kingdom
6 sources
$144,500
For Sale
Total Time 12,830
Reg# N4855T US
Location Auburn, ME
10 sources

Explore More

Prices and listings updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data
Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision. Actual transaction prices may differ from asking prices.