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1978 PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN
Starts from the median asking price of 13 comparable PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN listings ($199,500), then adjusts for:
- Year -2 vs comparable listings -3.0%
- Airframe time -475 hr vs comps +0.9%
- Engine time +544 hr vs comps -1.6%
- Market supply: 16 for sale of 400 FAA-registered +1.0%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 14,541 hrs |
| Engine time | 2,018 SFRM |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX330 |
Description
AirplanesUSA Aircraft Sales presents this dry-country Piper Navajo Chieftain to market. Capable of hauling nearly 2,700 LBS and configured with a 10 seat interior. Both engines are running strong with recent compressions in the 70’s. April 2026 annual inspection and IFR certification. Recently upgraded with ADS-B and a Garmin digital transponder. Based in Casa Grande, Arizona. N78GH is offered at $129,900. Dual Instruction, Export, and Worldwide Delivery are Available. All Trades Considered Call Steve Feldman at AirplanesUSA!
Modifications
WIng Lockers Nose Baggage Copartment De-Ice Boots Vortex Generators Air Conditioning System Oxygen System PA System Windshield Wiper Windshield Heat Hobbs Meter New Gill Battery in 2026 New Tires in 2026 New Landing Gear Hydraulic Hoses in 2026 New Firewall Forward Hoses in 2026
Avionics
Standard 6-Pack Configuration Full Co-Pilot Side Instrumentation Garmin GTX-330 Mode S Transponder uAvionix Tail Beacon ADS-B Out Bendix/King KX-170B NAV/COMM #1 Bendix/King KX-170B NAV/COMM #2 Bendix/King KMA 20 TSO Audio Pannel Bendix/King KR 85 TSO ADF Bendix/King KLN 90 GPS DME Indicator IFR Certification on May 1st, 2026
How this aircraft compares
Where this PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN lands versus other PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN listings on fyiAero.
Price
15th pct$120k · 15th percentile of 13 listings
Airframe time
58th pct14,541 hours total (TTAF) · 58th percentile of 19 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
94th pct2,018 hours since factory reman · 94th percentile of 17 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
94th pct2,018 engine hours · 94th percentile of 17 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN |
| Serial Number | 31-7852121 |
| Registration # | N78GH |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | KCGZ |
Airframe
| Total Time | 14,541 |
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Engine 1
| Engine 1 Time | 2,018 SFRM |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 TBO | 2000 |
| Engine 1 Turbocharged | Yes |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Time | 2,018 |
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Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Standard 6-Pack Configuration Full Co-Pilot Side Instrumentation Garmin GTX-330 Mode S Transponder uAvionix Tail Beacon ADS-B Out Bendix/King KX-170B NAV/COMM #1 Bendix/King KX-170B NAV/COMM #2 Bendix/King KMA 20 TSO Audio Pannel Bendix/King KR 85 TSO ADF Bendix/King KLN 90 GPS DME Indicator IFR Certification on May 1st, 2026 |
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Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | WIng Lockers Nose Baggage Copartment De-Ice Boots Vortex Generators Air Conditioning System Oxygen System PA System Windshield Wiper Windshield Heat Hobbs Meter New Gill Battery in 2026 New Tires in 2026 New Landing Gear Hydraulic Hoses in 2026 New Firewall Forward Hoses in 2026 |
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