Specifications
AI Description
- Maintenance: Up-to-date as of 02/27/2025, maintained under FAR Part 91, no damage history.
- Engines: Two PT6A-11 engines, not on a maintenance program, TBO of 3600 hours, 1083 hours since overhaul for both engines.
- Avionics: Equipped with dual Garmin GNS-530 for navigation and communication, Collins ADF-650, Bendix/King KGP-560 EGPWS, BFGoodrich TRC-497 TCAS, and Bendix/King KT-79 transponder.
- Interior: Executive configuration for 7 passengers, new interior as of 02/2011, features include four cream leather club seats, sheepskin-covered crew seats, Freon air conditioning, and a belted flushing chemical aft lavatory.
- Exterior: New exterior paint as of 02/2011, colors include Matterhorn white with Capinthia blue and Dupont silver effect stripes.
- Additional Equipment: Electric heated McCauley 4-blade props, de-ice boots, auxiliary electric heat, oxygen system, and dual wing ice recognition lights.
- Features: Equipped with ADS-B capability, aft lavatory, and belted lav.
About this Model
Overview
The Piper Cheyenne I is an early-generation, pressurized twin-turboprop aimed at operators who want turbine reliability and climb performance without moving into larger cabin-class turboprops. It is commonly used for regional business trips, owner-flown missions with training and discipline, and utility roles that benefit from good runway flexibility and strong short-field acceleration relative to many light jets. Cabin size and payload-range trade are central: it can move a small group efficiently, but loading for passengers, bags, and fuel requires planning.
Mission Fit
A good match for 200–500 nm trips, day-return travel, and multi-stop routing where quick climbs and pressurization reduce workload and fatigue versus piston twins. It is less suited to buyers who prioritize cabin space, high cruise speed, or long nonstop legs; these missions typically favor larger turboprops or light jets.
Cabin
The Cheyenne I’s cabin is compact and pressurized, typically arranged for a small number of passengers with club-style seating common. Expect a functional, businesslike interior rather than a large-cabin environment. Noise and vibration levels are typical of older turboprops and vary significantly with insulation, prop condition, and interior refurbishment. Baggage capacity is adequate for light-to-moderate loads, but bulky items can be limiting depending on configuration.