Piper Arrow Aircraft in Australia

Australian-registered aircraft (VH- prefix) operate under CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) certification. Active GA market with strong Daher TBM, Cirrus, Cessna and Beechcraft fleets. Outback flying creates active utility aircraft market (Cessna Caravan, Pilatus PC-12). Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth major hubs.

7 used Piper Arrow aircraft for sale in Australia · 4-seat · $126K – $228K · updated 13 hours ago

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About the Piper Arrow

The Piper Arrow (PA-28R, also called the Cherokee Arrow) is the retractable-gear, 200-hp member of the PA-28 family. It is the classic complex trainer for the commercial certificate, adding constant-speed prop and retractable gear to the familiar Cherokee handling. Variants include the Arrow II, the longer-body Arrow III, the T-tail Arrow IV, and the Turbo Arrow III/IV with a turbocharged 200-hp engine for better high-altitude cruise. Typical cruise is around 137 knots, faster than any fixed-gear Cherokee.

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Piper Arrow Specifications

Model spec

The Piper Arrow is a 4-seat single engine piston with a cruise speed of 135 kt (250 km/h), a range of 720 nm (1,333 km), and a useful load of 940 lbs (426 kg).

Performance
Cruise135 kt (250 km/h)
Max Speed144 kt (267 km/h)
Range720 nm (1,333 km)
Service Ceiling15,400 ft (4,694 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower200 HP
Fuel Capacity72.0 gal (273 L)
Fuel Burn10.5 GPH (40 L/h)
TBO2,000 hrs
Weights & Seats
Seats4
Max Gross Weight2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)
Useful Load940 lbs (426 kg)
Production1967–2009

7 Piper Arrow For Sale

There are currently 7 used Piper Arrow for sale, ranging from $126,519 to $228,721, with a median asking price of $154,266.

$126,519
For Sale
Total Time 7,650
Location Cowra, New South Wales, Australia
Via Flyoz
Listed 1mo ago
$154,266
For Sale
Total Time 2,510
Reg# VH-SAM Australia
Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Listed 1mo ago
$228,721
For Sale
Total Time 2,652
Reg# VH-DTB Australia
Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago
Contact for Price
For Sale
Total Time 3,385
Location Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago
Contact for Price
For Sale
Total Time 8,710
Location Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago
Contact for Price
For Sale
Total Time 5,250
Location Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago
Contact for Price
For Sale
Total Time 1,500
Location Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
3 sources
Listed 2mo ago

Compare Piper Arrow

See how the Piper Arrow stacks up against similar aircraft in specs, price, and operating costs.

Piper Arrow Price & Cost

How much does a Piper Arrow cost? Used Arrow prices: $126K – $228K, average $169K (median $154K), across 3 priced of 7 active listings.

Piper Arrow Price Guide
Market Deal RatingAeroGurus rating
Great Deal
30%
21
Good Deal
20%
14
Fair Price
22%
15
Overpriced
28%
19

Based on 69 priced listings.

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

Piper Arrow Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (10.5 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$6,510/yr
Annual Fixed (hangar, insurance, annual)$18,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$145/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 2,000 hrs)$30,000
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

Piper Arrow Value by Model Year

Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.

$491K $348K $205K
$314K
$242K
$205K
$254K
$235K
$275K
$240K
$430K
$350K
$450K
$491K
’99
’01
’03
’14
’21
’23

Lowest around $204,900 (2001 models) · highest around $491,000 (2023). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.

Buying a Used Piper Arrow

Every Piper Arrow faces a mandatory 2,000-hour overhaul, so the single biggest factor in used price is how much time remains before that overhaul is due — a fresh-overhaul airframe can be worth a large share of the $30,000 overhaul cost more than one approaching its limit.

What to check before buying

  • Time to overhaul — hours and years remaining to the 2,000-hour limit; this dominates resale value more than total time.
  • Logbook completeness — continuous, gap-free maintenance records; missing logs cut value and complicate financing.
  • Damage history — any prior accident, hard landing or blade strike; cross-check the registration against accident databases.
  • Avionics — a glass panel vs steam gauges materially changes price.
  • Pre-buy inspection — always commission an independent inspection by a type-experienced mechanic before money changes hands.

Frequently Asked Questions — Piper Arrow

What is the difference between the Arrow II, III and IV?
The Arrow II added a longer fuselage and wingspan for more cabin room. The Arrow III refined the wing and fuel system. The Arrow IV switched to a T-tail, which changed low-speed handling and is a love-it-or-hate-it feature for many buyers. Turbo Arrow III and IV versions add a turbocharged Continental engine.
How fast is a Piper Arrow?
A normally aspirated Arrow cruises around 137 knots; a Turbo Arrow holds higher true airspeeds at altitude. All are four-seat aircraft on a 200-hp engine with a constant-speed propeller.
Is the Piper Arrow a good complex trainer?
Yes — its retractable gear, constant-speed prop and predictable Cherokee handling make it one of the most common aircraft used for the commercial certificate and complex endorsement. Budget for the higher insurance and gear-system maintenance that come with any retractable.
Does the Arrow have the PA-28 wing-spar AD?
The retractable PA-28R airframe is subject to the same family of wing-spar inspection requirements. Verify spar-AD compliance, gear-system condition and engine time before purchase.

Piper Arrow Inventory by Country

United States414
United Kingdom39
Germany21
Canada16
Australia12
Italy10

Piper Arrow by Price

Under $100k193
Under $200k411
Under $300k440
Under $500k460

Piper Arrow by Decade

1960s1
1970s3
1980s1
2010s1

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Piper Arrow Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Piper Arrow. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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.
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