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1977 PIPER ARCHER II
Starts from the median asking price of 8 comparable Piper ARCHER II listings ($127,450), then adjusts for:
- Year -2 vs comparable listings -3.0%
- Airframe time -8,513 hr vs comps +15.0%
- Engine time -266 hr vs comps +2.1%
- Garmin GTN 650 (62% of comps) +4.2%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Piper ARCHER II |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 2,907 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,013.3 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 2 |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 650 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | GARMIN GFC 500 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | Garmin GMA345 |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | Garmin SL30 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | GARMIN aera 660 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
Description
C-GQHF is an exceptionally well-presented, low-time 1977 Piper Archer II equipped with a modern IFR panel, including a Garmin GTN 650 WAAS, dual Garmin G5s, Garmin GFC 500 digital autopilot, Garmin GMA 345 audio panel, Flight Stream 210 and JPI EDM-830 engine monitor. The aircraft has 2,907.7 hours total time, with 1,013.3 hours SMOH on its Lycoming O-360-A4M and 976.9 hours SPOH. Annual inspection and 5-year prop corrosion completed May 2026. May 2026 compressions: #1 78/80, #2 74/80, #3 75/80 and #4 75/80 Documents: - C-GQHF Engine Logbook 2003-2026.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11045508506&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=y8sON5c5fJMpNJ6Xz%2bmOJGCOdo3RHM0TIR5%2fmKdB%2fQfoqeM8YKwH9Y%2f2lAoaO31Y5iaCT%2f7pLS8%3d - C-GQHF Journey Logbook 1977-1997.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11045508252&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=y8sON5c5fJPyQczhHO7JGsUuM%2ffQ9J53OqpezrEfagd3kWobySruO0T4vDRX0QIn04lrPV1WhVc%3d - C-GQHF Journey Log 1997-2026.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11045508032&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=y8sON5c5fJMdVzgn5bK5FcQIdJnLvOaIM2wyc8xnXfxSJmBfpwLuJZwinPVfC0dyHRsWniIaOYo%3d - C-GQHF Airframe Logbook 2003-2026.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11045506422&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=y8sON5c5fJNca7W4anK5kdQLqCEQEqC6ZUnhRSX%2fLF4AI4TgD05ixNkoOoo99mlWHIOJbF2g8y8%3d - C-GQHF Propellor Logbook 2003-2026.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11045502572&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=y8sON5c5fJNJZpUY8cuX2M40ieFANcGbfBUI3RY%2bXIO%2bTwxrNftyNCWuwr0zCt%2byRWYg5CrUrOE%3d - C-GQHF Modification Logbook 2003-2026.pdf: https://media.sandhills.com/doc.axd?id=11045502499&p=&ext=.pdf&dl=False&wt=False&checksum=y8sON5c5fJMUhwJ7zthy%2b3d8d7pXJeo1qsmlkrFZAhemW5j9qaU0tvN1fzOIxSkfYSs0k55hMBw%3d
Modifications
Rosen sun visors Knots 2U wingtips ACK E-04 406 MHz ELT LED lighting
Avionics
Garmin GTN 650 WAAS GPS/NAV/COM Garmin GFC 500 digital autopilot - Installed 2023 Garmin SL30 NAV/COM Dual Garmin G5 electronic flight instruments Garmin GMA 345 audio panel Garmin Flight Stream 210 Garmin GDL 52 Appareo Stratus ESG transponder with ADS-B In & Out Garmin aera 660 JPI EDM-830 engine monitor 24-month pitot static check completed on May 2026
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Piper ARCHER II lands versus other Piper ARCHER II listings on fyiAero.
Price
62nd pct$150k · 62nd percentile of 8 listings
Airframe time
12th pct2,907 hours total (TTAF) · 12th percentile of 8 listings
Engine time
50th pct1,013 hours since major overhaul · 50th percentile of 8 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 | 1977 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | ARCHER II |
| Serial Number | 28-7790394 |
| Registration # | C-GQHF |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | CYFD |
Airframe
| Total Time | 2,907.7 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 2,550 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 1,476.68 lb |
| Useful Load | 1,073.32 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 48 gal |
Engine
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING O-360-A4M |
|---|---|
| Engine Horsepower | 180 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 1,013.3 SMOH |
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
| Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New | 1998 |
Props
| Prop Manufacturer | SENSENICH |
|---|---|
| Prop Time | 976.9 |
| Number of Blades | 2 |
Avionics
| Auto Pilot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GFC500 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| Engine Monitor | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin GTN 650 WAAS GPS/NAV/COM Garmin GFC 500 digital autopilot - Installed 2023 Garmin SL30 NAV/COM Dual Garmin G5 electronic flight instruments Garmin GMA 345 audio panel Garmin Flight Stream 210 Garmin GDL 52 Appareo Stratus ESG transponder with ADS-B In & Out Garmin aera 660 JPI EDM-830 engine monitor 24-month pitot static check completed on May 2026 |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Rosen sun visors Knots 2U wingtips ACK E-04 406 MHz ELT LED lighting |
|---|
Service Logs
| Miscellaneous | C-GQHF Engine Logbook 2003-2026.pdf C-GQHF Journey Logbook 1977-1997.pdf C-GQHF Journey Log 1997-2026.pdf C-GQHF Airframe Logbook 2003-2026.pdf C-GQHF Propellor Logbook 2003-2026.pdf C-GQHF Modification Logbook 2003-2026.pdf |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Piper PA 28 181 Archer II
Typical model-level figures for the Piper PA 28 181 Archer II (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 520 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 125 kts · 144 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 870.0 / 925.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with fixed landing gear. The PA-28-181 Archer II seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
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Last flight
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