1986 Piper Seneca for sale

1986 Piper Seneca

Multi Engine Piston

FOR SALE
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Location United Kingdom
Total Time 5,200 hrs
Seats 6
Cruise 180 kts (333 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

Garmin GNS 340 Garmin GNS 430 Bendix King KNS 80 Bendix King KY 197 TSO Bendix King KR 87 TSO Garmin GTX 330 Bendix King KFC 150

Description

Airframe

Approximately 5200 hours

Port Engine

Approximately 300 hours

Overhauled 17/02/2017

Starboard Engine

Approximately 1450 hours

Overhauled 15/05/2004

Port Propellor

Overhauled 24/10/2018

Approximately 200 hours

Starboard Propellor

Overhauled February 2017

Approximately 250 hours

Avionics

Garmin GNS 340

Garmin GNS 430

Bendix King KNS 80

Bendix King KY 197 TSO

Bendix King KR 87 TSO

Garmin GTX 330

Bendix King KFC 150

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

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Andrew Freeman
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Piper Seneca

This 1986 Piper Seneca is a 6-seat multi engine piston with 5,200 hours on the airframe. There are currently 107 Seneca aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $53,000 to $750,826.

The Seneca cruises at 180 kts (333 km/h) with a range of 750 nm (1,389 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 25,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 22 GPH (83 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $121/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $280/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $25,000. With 5,200 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,800 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 5,200 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (1,800 hrs)
Budget $330 for pre-purchase inspection

Piper Seneca — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
6
Cruise Speed
180 kts (333 km/h)
Max Speed
196 kts (363 km/h)
Range
750 nm (1,389 km)
Ceiling
25,000 ft (7,620 m)
Max Weight
4,750 lbs (2,155 kg)
Useful Load
1,590 lbs (721 kg)
Fuel Capacity
123 gal (466 L)
Fuel Burn
22 GPH (83 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
1,800 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

PIPER Seneca

Fuel Burn
22.0 GPH
~$143/hr
Variable Cost
$280/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$25,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$40,000
every 1,800 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the PIPER Seneca. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registration number not available.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

United Kingdom

GB

Seller reported

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

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