Piper Tri-Pacer vs Corben BABY ACE
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Piper Tri-Pacer
- For sale now
- 11
- Median asking
- $47,450
- Range
- $19,875–$85,000
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 3
- Source marketplaces
- 5
- Model years available
- 1950–2019
Corben BABY ACE
- For sale now
- 1
- Source marketplaces
- 1
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
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 Tri-Pacer | Corben BABY ACE |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 1 |
| Serious | — | 0 |
| Fatal | — | 1 |
| Fatalities | — | 1 |
| % Fatal | — | 100% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Piper Tri-Pacer | Corben BABY ACE |
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| Price Range | $19,875 – $85,000 | $14,500 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | — | 1 |
| Engines | — | 1 x Piston |
Which Should You Buy: Piper Tri-Pacer or Corben BABY ACE?
Pick the Tri-Pacer if…
- More inventory — 11 listings vs 1.
Pick the BABY ACE if…
- Budget matters — from $14,500 vs $19,875, you save ~$5,375.
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 Tri-Pacer or Corben BABY ACE?
It depends on your mission and budget.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Piper Tri-Pacer: from $36,000.
Corben BABY ACE: from $14,500.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Piper Tri-Pacer and Corben BABY ACE?
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
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?
BABY ACE: 1 seats.
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?
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