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PIPER CHEYENNE III(1981)

Asking Price
$715,000

Specifications

Year1981
Serial Number42-8001023
RegistrationN69PC
Total Hours7,008
LocationJEFFERSON, GA USA
RegionNORTH AMERICA

Broker

SOUTHERN AIR

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AI Description

  • Model: Piper Cheyenne III
  • Avionics: Garmin G600 TXI flight displays, GTN 750XI/650XI GPS, GMA 35C audio panel with Bluetooth, GTX 345R transponder with ADSB in/out, GDL 69A SXM weather/music, GWX 75 digital radar, KFC 300 autopilot
  • Engines: PT6A-41, 4010.5 hours since major overhaul (SMOH), 967.9 hours since hot section inspection (SHSI)
  • Propellers: Hartzell HC-B3TN-3K, fresh overhauls by Sensenich
  • Exterior: 2001 paint by Sky Harbour, good condition
  • Interior: 2001 gray leather, good condition, optional divan couch for extra belted seat, belted flushing aft lavatory
  • Passenger capacity: 9
  • Maintenance: FAR Part 91, no damage history, complete logs
  • Upcoming inspections: Event 1 & 2 inspections and IFR certification due by 10/2025, prop overhaul due by 01/2026
  • Additional features: Dual heated windshields, Cleveland wheels & brakes, cargo door, wing-tip and tail logo lights, dual ice lights

About this Model

Overview

The Piper Cheyenne III is a pressurized, twin‑engine turboprop positioned between light business aircraft and utility turboprops, offering runway versatility and strong climb performance for regional travel. Typical use cases include owner-operator flying, small-company transport, and short-to-medium stage lengths where access to shorter runways and turboprop operating characteristics matter more than jet cruise speeds.

Mission Fit

It fits missions where a pressurized cabin, good climb, and access to smaller airports drive value. Compared with light jets, trip times will generally be longer on longer legs, but the aircraft can be practical for frequent regional segments and airports with tighter runway or infrastructure constraints.

Cabin

The cabin is typically arranged for a small group with club-style seating and a compact, functional interior intended for regional legs. Noise and vibration levels are characteristic of a turboprop; headset use is common in many operator profiles. Baggage space is generally adequate for business travel when passenger count is moderate, but loading flexibility depends on the specific interior and optional equipment installed.