Specifications
AI Description
- Model: Piper Cheyenne III
- Engine: Pratt & Whitney PT6A-41
- Engine Time: 150 hours since overhaul (SOH)
- Time Before Overhaul (TBO): 3600 hours
- Propellers: Hartzell HC-B3TN-3
- Prop 1 Time: 164 hours SOH
- Prop 2 Time: 1031 hours SOH
- Avionics:
- Garmin GNS 530W and GNS 430W
- Bendix/King KFC 300 Autopilot
- Garmin GTX 330D transponder with ADS-B Out
- RDR 2000 VP Weather Radar
- Goodrich Skywatch SKY-497 Traffic
- Additional Equipment:
- Boots De-Ice System with Hot Props and Windshield
- Parker Hannifin Main Wheel & Brake Conversion Kit
- Exterior: Matterhorn White with Metallic Grey, Blue, and Red Stripes
- Interior: Leather in light-warm grey, seating for 10 (2 cockpit, 8 cabin), flushing aft lavatory
- Maintenance: EASA Part 145, CAMO maintained by Piper Service Center Germany
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.