Piper Seminole Aircraft 2000s

2000s piston twins are limited — production ended on most Cessna twin lines by mid-decade, Diamond DA42 Twin Star entered production (composite twin with Thielert then Austro diesels), Baron 58 continued. Engines on first overhaul typical. Mandate compliance generally current on 2000s aircraft. Diamond DA42 specifically: verify which engine generation (Thielert had reliability issues; Austro AE300 materially better).

About the Piper Seminole

The Piper Seminole (PA-44) is a four-seat twin trainer with counter-rotating Lycoming O-360 engines — Piper's purpose-built multi-engine training aircraft, used by flight schools worldwide. It cruises around 160 knots, is forgiving on engine-out work thanks to the counter-rotating props, and has the largest used multi-engine-trainer market.

Piper Seminole helicopter for sale

1 used Piper Seminole aircraft for sale 2000s · 4-seat · Reference price ~$375,000 ($250,000–$550,000) · updated 2 days ago

Piper Seminole Specifications

Model spec

The Piper Seminole is a 4-seat multi engine piston with a cruise speed of 162 kt (300 km/h), a range of 915 nm (1,695 km), and a useful load of 1,370 lbs (621 kg).

Performance
Cruise162 kt (300 km/h)
Range915 nm (1,695 km)
Service Ceiling15,000 ft (4,572 m)
Engine & Fuel
Horsepower180 HP
Fuel Burn18.0 GPH (68 L/h)
Weights & Seats
Seats4
Max Gross Weight3,800 lbs (1,724 kg)
Useful Load1,370 lbs (621 kg)

1 Piper Seminole For Sale

There are currently 1 used Piper Seminole for sale, ranging from $375,000 to $375,000, with a median asking price of $375,000 (market reference $375,000).

$375,000
For Sale
Total Time 7,300
Reg# TF-FTA
Listed 2mo ago

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Piper Seminole Price & Cost

How much does a Piper Seminole cost? Used Seminole prices: from $375K; market reference $375K, across 1 priced of 1 active listings.

Piper Seminole Price Guide
Market Deal RatingAeroGurus rating
Great Deal
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Good Deal
25%
1
Fair Price
25%
1
Overpriced
25%
1

Based on 4 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 Seminole Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (18.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$11,160/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

Buying a Used Piper Seminole

Buying a Piper Seminole comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

Both O-360 engines' times; counter-rotating governor/prop condition; gear; school history (high cycles, hard use); mandate compliance. vs Seneca: Seminole = trainer (no turbo, 4 seats); Seneca = cross-country twin (turbo, 6 seats).

Frequently Asked Questions — Piper Seminole

How much does a used Piper Seminole cost?
Values span a wide range from early 1980s airframes to late-model glass-panel examples still leaving the factory. See the live price range and median above for current Seminole listings.
Why do flight schools like the Seminole?
Its counter-rotating propellers remove the critical engine, so engine-out behaviour is symmetric and predictable. Combined with gentle handling and parts availability, that makes it an ideal multi-engine trainer.
How fast is a Piper Seminole?
The PA-44 cruises around 160 kt — modest by design, since its job is training and currency rather than fast cross-country travel.
How many seats does a Seminole have?
Four. It is sized as a light twin trainer, not a cabin-class hauler like the Navajo or Chieftain.

Piper Seminole Inventory by Country

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Piper Seminole by Price

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Piper Seminole Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Piper Seminole. 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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