Piper Arrow vs Yakovlev Yak-50
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Piper Arrow
- For sale now
- 196
- Median asking
- $134,945
- Range
- $79,053–$243,250
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 71
- Source marketplaces
- 15
- Model years available
- 1967–2015
Yakovlev Yak-50
- For sale now
- 3
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 2
- Source marketplaces
- 2
- Model years available
- 1982–1986
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Piper Arrow | Yakovlev Yak-50 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 3 |
| Serious | — | 0 |
| Fatal | — | 0 |
| Fatalities | — | 0 |
| % Fatal | — | 0% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Piper Arrow | Yakovlev YAK-50 |
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| Price Range | $79,053 – $243,250 | $80,081 – $98,892 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 4 | 1 |
| Horsepower | 200 HP | 360 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 135 kts (250 km/h) | 150 kts (278 km/h) |
| Range | 720 nm (1,333 km) | 267 nm (494 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 15,400 ft (4,694 m) | 20,000 ft (6,096 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 2,750 lbs (1,247 kg) | 1,984 lbs (900 kg) |
| Useful Load | 940 lbs (426 kg) | 500 lbs (227 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 72.0 gal (273 L) | — |
| Fuel Burn | 10.5 GPH (40 L/h) | 20.0 GPH (76 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | — |
| Overhaul Cost | $30,000 | — |
| Annual Fixed | $18,000 | — |
| Hourly Variable | $145 | — |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimatePiper Arrow
Fuel$58/hr
Variable$145/hr
Annual Fixed$18,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$47,000/yr
Yakovlev YAK-50
Fuel$110/hr
Which Should You Buy: Piper Arrow or Yakovlev Yak-50?
Pick the Arrow if…
- Budget matters — from $79,053 vs $80,081, you save ~$1,028.
- More seats — 4 vs 1.
- Longer range — 720 nm vs 267 nm.
- More inventory — 225 listings vs 4.
Pick the Yak-50 if…
- Faster cruise — 150 kts vs 135 kts.
- Newer design — production from 1976 vs 1967.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Piper Arrow or Yakovlev YAK-50?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Arrow cruises at 135 kts with 720 nm range.
The YAK-50 cruises at 150 kts with 267 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Piper Arrow: from $119,000.
Yakovlev YAK-50: from $79,900.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Piper Arrow and Yakovlev Yak-50?
Yak-50 engine: Vedeneyev M-14P;M-14PF;M-14R (360 hp).
Seats: 4 vs 1.
Cruise: 135 vs 150 kts.
Range: 720 vs 267 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Arrow: about $145/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Arrow: 4 seats / 940 lb useful load.
Yak-50: 1 seats / 500 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Arrow: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data