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1978 PIPER PA-31 350 CHIEFTAIN
Starts from the median asking price of 99 comparable Piper Multi-Engine Piston listings ($220,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time -1,445 hr vs comps +2.9%
- Engine time +461 hr vs comps -6.5%
- No Modern GPS navigator (68% of comps have one) -9.4%
- Autopilot (64% of comps) +1.1%
- ADS-B (54% of comps) +1.2%
- Market supply: 19 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 PA-31 350 CHIEFTAIN |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 4,966 hrs |
| Engine time | 1965 SMOH |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN GI 275 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | GARMIN GFC 600 |
| Avionics / ADF | ADF 650 |
| Inspection | Annual |
Description
Detailed Description Operated on a UK Public Transport (equivalent 135) until 2023. Transferred to N-Reg 2024. Last annual completed April 2025. Part annual completed. Extensive upgrade of avionics as part of project, new Garmin A/P + EFIS. Weather radar. Full deice. 430/530. Inter-cooler's. Vortex generators. 7 place interior. Exterior 7/10 interior 6/10. Upgrade project paused (and annual) due to RHS engine being removed due to investigate contamination in filter and being found to be BER. Can be overhauled in UK. During annual corrosion found under boots on rear stabiliser and minor corrosion on wing spar tie bar. Estimate around $10K to complete annual. During its time at Tatenhill (airport Northern UK) the 430/530 and txp were stolen. All covered if on insurance if buyer wants or not. Upgrade avionics currently removed and again available if buyer wants. This would suit someone with access to a RHS engine. Very low total time and professionally flown. Would suit a buyer with a RHS engine and willing to complete annual Would result in a very low time well equipped Chieftain with crew and cargo doors. As stated, paint restored 2024. Annual paused due RHS engine issue. Corrosion on both stabilisers under boots and on wing spar tie brace.
Modifications
RHS engine needs replacing. LHS engine probably needs two new cylinders. Props good. Vortex generators, Intercoolers.
Avionics
At present no avionics. Can be supplied with refurbished 530/430 W Garmin TXP ADS B out radar new Garmin GFC 600 3 servo, dual Garmin GI275 EFIS, Collins ADF 650, KY196 8.33, King KN62A DME, Dual panel.
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
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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Operating costs & specifications — Piper PA 31 350 Chieftain
Typical model-level figures for the Piper PA 31 350 Chieftain (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 883 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 211 kts · 243 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 1350.0 / 1045.0 |
About this plane
Twin engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The PA-31-350 Chieftain seats up to 9 passengers plus 1 pilot.
Range from base
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Last flight
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