Specifications
AI Description
- Model: Cheyenne I
- Engine: 2 x Pratt & Whitney PT6A-11
- Engine Time: 2,563 hours since major overhaul (SMOH)
- Time Between Overhaul (TBO): 3,600 hours
- Hot Section Time: 511 hours
- Propellers:
- Time: 24 hours since overhaul (SOH) for both props
- Avionics:
- Garmin G600 TXI (EFIS)
- Garmin GTN-750 (GPS/NAV/COM)
- Garmin GTX-345 & GTX-335 (Transponders, ADS-B equipped)
- Bendix King KFC-250 (Autopilot)
- Weather Radar: Bendix King (color)
- Interior:
- Year: 2022
- Configuration: Executive, 5 seats (4 gray leather seats + 1 belted side-facing seat)
- Features: Matching carpet, side panels, and headliner
- Exterior:
- Year: 2011
- Color: Matterhorn white with royal blue and medium silver accent stripes
- Additional Equipment:
- Lead acid battery, Cleveland wheels & brakes, prop sync, tip tanks
- Flight Rules: IFR
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Synthetic Vision Technology: Equipped
- ADS-B Capable: Yes
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.