2005 Piper Saratoga
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
2005 Piper Saratoga TC - 2979 Hours TT, Only 805 Hours SMOH with Factory New Cylinders, 805 Hours Since Propeller Overhaul, S-TEC 55X Autopilot, Avidyne Flightmax Intergrated Glass Panel (PFD and MFD), Dual Avidyne IFD-440 GPS / COM / NAV Featuring Synthetic Vision, Avidyne AXP-340 ADS-B Compliant Transponder, Stratus 3 ADS-B IN Solution, WX-500 Stormscope, Skywatch 497 Active Collision Avoidance System, Factory Air-Conditioning, Factory 6-Place Built-In Oxygen System, and Club Seating featuring Luxurious Grey Leather!
Engine
The engine overhaul was performed by Poplar Grove Airmotive. ENGINE OVERHAUL OVERVEW • See Engine Log Book Entries Dated February 16, 2016 and March 3, 2016. • Factory New Cylinder Kits were Utilized. • New Camshaft / Lifter Kit was Utilized. • New Magnetos were Utilized. • The Flow Divider and Fuel Pump were Overhauled by D&G Supply. • Fuel Servo Overhauled by Precision Airmotive. • New Skytech Starter was Utilized. • New Lord Mounts were Installed. • New Engine Compartment Hoses were Installed. • The Turbo Charger, Wastegate, and Slope Controller were Overhauled by Main Turbo Systems. • The Oil Coolers were Overhauled by Pacific Oil Cooler. • The Exhaust was repaired by Dawley Aviation.
Propeller
The Propeller Overhaul was completed in 2016.
Interior
• Luxurious Quartz (Grey) Leather Seating featuring Harmonizing Side Panels. • Desirable Club Seating configuration featuring a Deluxe Refreshment Bar. • Shoulder harness for each seat. • The Rear seats incorporate quick release feature for easy removal. • Adjustable Crew Seats with inflatable Lumbar Support. • Window Shades on Passenger Windows. • The Rear Seats were Reupholstered in 2020.
Exterior
• Snow White over Green Metallic Featuring Slate Grey and Silver Metallic Accents. • The aircraft is kept in a hangar when not flown.
Inspection
ANNUAL DUE: January 1, 2026 BI-ANNUAL IFR CHECKS DUE: December, 2026 OXYGEN BOTTLE 15-YEAR LIFE LIMIT STATUS: Due March of 2032 Specifications are Subject to Verification upon the Buyer’s Inspection of the Aircraft. Optional aircraft transition flight training solutions are available. We accept trades and offer a variety of low fixed rate interest rate financing solutions up to 20 years. Bartelt Aviation does not endorse nor are we affiliated with Currency Finance, Avemco, or the Aircraft Cost Calculator that may be attached to our aircraft online sales ads. Bartelt Aviation has the ability to refer you to an Aircraft Lender and an Insurance Agent that should be able to provide you with lower cost options and superior customer service. Ask your Bartelt Aviation Sales person for details.
Modifications / STCs
• OUTSTANDING FEATURES / UPGRADES
• • Air-Conditioning Featuring a 2-Spend Ventilation Fan System
• • (6) Place Built-In Oxygen
• • Stainless Steel Cowl Fasteners
• • CMAX Jeppesen Electronic Approach Plates – (Subscription Required)
• • ARTEX ME-406 ELT
• • Hartzell, 3 Blade, Constant Speed Propeller featuring a Polished Spinner
• • 28 Volt, 90 Amp Alternator
• • Nose & Leading-Edge Wing Recognition Lights
• • 107 Gallon Total Fuel Capacity /102 Gallons Usable
• ADDITIONAL OUTSTANDING FEATURES
• • Master Switch Relay
• • Heavy Duty Brakes System
• • Pilot & Co-pilot toe brakes, and parking brake
• • Stainless Steel Control Cables
• • Wing Flaps, electrically operated with four positions.
• • Alternate Static Source
• • Engine Hour Recorder
• • Overhead Switch Panel
• • Outside Air Temperature Gauge
• • Flush Mounted Fuel Caps
• • Windshield Defrosters & Control
• • Halon Fire Extinguisher
• • Individually controlled overhead fresh air vents
• • Individually controlled fresh air vents - floor mounted
• • External Power Receptacle
• • Utility Door for rear baggage access and cargo loading
• • Tie Down Rings
• • 12” Shadowed Registration Numbers
• • Stowable Tow bar
• • Forward & Aft Cabin and nose baggage doors, lockable
• • Entrance Step
• • Utility Door for rear baggage access and cargo loading
• • Instrument Panel Lighting
• • Forward Baggage Compartment Lighting
• • Map Lights
• • Wing Tip Strobe Lights
• • Avionics Dimming
• • Super Sound Proofing
• • Cabin Reading Lights - four
• • Pilot and Copilot Cup Holder
• • Forward Cabin Door Single-Lever Locking System
• • Pilot & Copilot Stowable Armrests
• • Pilot Vent Window
• • Tinted Windshield and Windows
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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Bartelt Aviation Inc - Larry
trade-a-plane.com
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Sturgis, MI | Mar 20, 2026 | — | Active | |
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AirMart - Sav Savane
trade-a-plane.com
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$479,900
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Lexington (), KY | Jun 02, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Bartelt Aviation
controller.com
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Contact for price
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Sturgis, MI | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Bartelt Aviation
aviationtrader.com.au
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Sturgis, Michigan, Australia | Apr 06, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Bartelt Aviation
controlleremea.co.uk
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Call for price *
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Sturgis, MI | Apr 06, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Airmart
airmart.com
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$479,900
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— | Jun 02, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Piper Saratoga
This 2005 Piper Saratoga (N478MD) is a 6-seat single engine piston with 2,979 hours on the airframe. There are currently 106 Saratoga aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $119,000 to $745,000.
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 Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $82/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 2,979 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Saratoga — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N478MD.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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