1976 PIPER NAVAJO
Starts from the median asking price of 12 comparable Piper NAVAJO listings ($285,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +7 vs comparable listings +10.5%
- Airframe time -2,320 hr vs comps +4.6%
- Engine time -329 hr vs comps +4.6%
- Modern GPS navigator (67% of comps) +4.6%
- No Autopilot (67% of comps have one) -2.0%
- ADS-B (58% of comps) +1.1%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Piper NAVAJO |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 6,890 hrs |
| Engine time | 324.3 SMOH |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530, GNS 430 |
| Avionics / Transponder | GARMIN GTX335 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Annual | June 2026 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
1976 Piper PA-31 Navajo 310, offering a proven twin-engine platform with 6,890.5 hours total time, low-time Lycoming TIO-540-A2C engines at 324.3 and 449.6 hours since overhaul, and freshly overhauled Hartzell propellers at 0.0 hours TSO. The aircraft is IFR equipped with Garmin GNS 530/430 navigation, Avidyne EX500 MFD, and Garmin GTX 335 ADS-B transponder. A 100-hour/Annual inspection was completed in June 2026, complementing a clean, well-presented cabin and attractive exterior. A strong opportunity for an owner seeking a capable and well-equipped PA-31. Documents: - _1976 Piper Navajo Presentation (1)_compressed.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11047976684&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=UiaAxBSqD9Tg5LNQYBOhCz6oAHcEXufmFShNA7k5a0IrRVuuGjDF2mqGSgckEqro%2ft%2bA0JJhRh0%3d
Modifications
Proven twin-engine platform Low-time engines Freshly overhauled propellers IFR equipped Garmin/Avidyne avionics suite Recent 100-hour/Annual inspection Well-equipped PA-31 with strong utility and capability
Avionics
Garmin GNS 530 Garmin GNS 430 Avidyne EX500 MFD Garmin GTX 335 ADS-B Transponder
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 530 is a drop-in upgrade to the GTN 750Xi — bigger touchscreen, WAAS/LPV, and modern nav/comm/MFD.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
See prices & suppliers ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Piper NAVAJO lands versus other Piper NAVAJO listings on fyiAero.
Price
58th pct$285k · 58th percentile of 12 listings
Airframe time
31st pct6,890 hours total (TTAF) · 31st percentile of 13 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
38th pct324 hours since major overhaul · 38th percentile of 13 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
36th pct449 hours since major overhaul · 36th percentile of 11 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
Documents
General
| Year | 1976 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | NAVAJO |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | HK4958G |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,890.5 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING TIO-540-A2C |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 324.3 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1800 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | LYCOMING TIO-540-A2C |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 449.6 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 1800 |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Time | 0 SNEW |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
|---|---|
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin GNS 530 Garmin GNS 430 Avidyne EX500 MFD Garmin GTX 335 ADS-B Transponder |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Proven twin-engine platform Low-time engines Freshly overhauled propellers IFR equipped Garmin/Avidyne avionics suite Recent 100-hour/Annual inspection Well-equipped PA-31 with strong utility and capability |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | - 100-Hour / Annual Inspection: Completed June 2026 |
|---|
Brochure
| Brochure | _1976 Piper Navajo Presentation (1)_compressed.pdf |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Piper PA 31P Navajo
Typical model-level figures for the Piper PA 31P Navajo (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 690 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 220 kts · 253 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 1440.0 / 1370.0 |
About this plane
Twin engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The PA-31P Navajo seats up to 7 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
Actual flight path from FlightAware for HK4958G. More flight tracking ›
