1966 Piper Cherokee 140
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
KMA20 with marker beacon Dual KX155's one Glide slope one VOR 4 Place intercom Garmin 327 transponder Sky Beacon EGT monitor
Description
Nice Piper with 160 HP upgrade Low 480 hours since overhaul, Overhaul was a field overhaul done in 2003 4200 hrs since new all log books no corrosion,Toe brakes pilot side clean airframe, Was a midwest based aircraft until last year and hangared for the last 30 years. Fresh extensive annual, KMA 24 KX155s G/S Garmin 327 transponder ADS-B tail beacon, come fly right now! Bill OBrien
Engine
160 HP upgrade field overhaul done in 2003 All compressions mid 70's
Interior
No corrosion, very presentable paint excellent windows
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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O''Brien Aviation
trade-a-plane.com
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$69,500
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Port Orange, FL | Apr 23, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Piper Cherokee 140
This 1966 Piper Cherokee 140 (N8405R) is a 4-seat single engine piston . There are currently 106 Cherokee 140 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $20,000 to $150,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $69,500.
The Cherokee 140 cruises at 115 kts (213 km/h) with a range of 455 nm (843 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,350 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 9 GPH (34 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $50/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $120/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $16,000.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Piper Cherokee 140 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N8405R.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
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Safety Record
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