Piper Arrow vs Cessna 150
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Piper Arrow
- For sale now
- 196
- Median asking
- $134,945
- Range
- $79,053–$243,250
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 71
- Source marketplaces
- 15
- Model years available
- 1967–2015
Cessna 150
- For sale now
- 136
- Median asking
- $53,250
- Range
- $32,955–$91,808
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 34
- Source marketplaces
- 13
- Model years available
- 1959–1978
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Generations Breakdown
Per-generation specs — engine/weight/performance differ materially across production eras.
Per-era “For sale” counts exclude listings with unspecified year and separate variants (RG retractable, Hawk XP), so they may not sum to the total above.
Piper Arrow — 0 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
|---|
Cessna 150 — 1 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 172 O-320 150hp | 1968–1976 | Lycoming O-320-E2D | 2300 | 120 | 585 | 105 |
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Piper Arrow | Cessna 150 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 3241 |
| Serious | — | 351 |
| Fatal | — | 427 |
| Fatalities | — | 611 |
| % Fatal | — | 13% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Piper Arrow | Cessna 150 |
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| Price Range | $79,053 – $243,250 | $32,955 – $91,808 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 4 | 2 |
| Horsepower | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 135 kts (250 km/h) | 97 kts (180 km/h) |
| Range | 720 nm (1,333 km) | 420 nm (778 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 15,400 ft (4,694 m) | 14,000 ft (4,267 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 2,750 lbs (1,247 kg) | 1,600 lbs (726 kg) |
| Useful Load | 940 lbs (426 kg) | 530 lbs (240 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 72.0 gal (273 L) | 26.0 gal (98 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 10.5 GPH (40 L/h) | 6.0 GPH (23 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | 1,800 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $30,000 | $25,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $18,000 | $15,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $145 | $100 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimatePiper Arrow
Fuel$58/hr
Variable$145/hr
Annual Fixed$18,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$47,000/yr
Cessna 150
Fuel$33/hr
Variable$100/hr
Annual Fixed$15,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$35,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Piper Arrow or Cessna 150?
Pick the Arrow if…
- More seats — 4 vs 2.
- Faster cruise — 135 kts vs 97 kts.
- Longer range — 720 nm vs 420 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1967 vs 1959.
- More inventory — 194 listings vs 140.
Pick the 150 if…
- Budget matters — from $32,955 vs $79,053, you save ~$46,098.
- Lower operating cost — ~$100/hr vs $145/hr.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Piper Arrow or Cessna 150?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Arrow cruises at 135 kts with 720 nm range.
The 150 cruises at 97 kts with 420 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Piper Arrow: from $109,000.
Cessna 150: from $56,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Piper Arrow and Cessna 150?
150 engine: Continental O-200 (100 hp).
Seats: 4 vs 2.
Cruise: 135 vs 97 kts.
Range: 720 vs 420 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Arrow: about $145/hr variable cost.
150: about $100/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
Arrow: 4 seats / 940 lb useful load.
150: 2 seats / 530 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
Arrow: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000.
150: 1,800-hour TBO, overhaul ~$25,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data