1978 Piper Arrow
Single Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
The PERFECT transition plane with 11 GPH/Hr fuel burn 135 knots TAS cruise! N5202T is a IFR certified Arrow III delivering that classic Piper handling and impressive utility at a great value. 1978 PA-28-R201, AFTT 4,150, SMOH 1,440, Garmin GNX 355 Transponder - ADS-B Out, Stratux ADS-B Receiver, Garmin 430 WAAS GPS, Garmin GMA 30 Audio Panel, KX 155 Nav/Com, Piper Autocontrol IIIB Autopilot, 4 place Intercom. Piper Auto Gear Extension System. No Damage history. All Logs. All ADs complied. Next Annual due March 2026. This is truly a turn key and fly transition aircraft. Hangared at Signature Flight Support at KFTY. 4704473100 is my number. **Here is a link to the logbooks**. st=fwv9ysyh dl=0
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Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Axiom Aviation
trade-a-plane.com
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$89,500
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Atlanta, GA | Jun 08, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Piper Arrow
This 1978 Piper Arrow (N5202T) is a 4-seat single engine piston with 4,740 hours on the airframe. There are currently 194 Arrow aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $44,950 to $429,460. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $89,500.
The Arrow cruises at 135 kts (250 km/h) with a range of 720 nm (1,333 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 15,400 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 10.5 GPH (40 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $58/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $145/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $18,000. With 4,740 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (2,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N5202T.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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