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1979 PIPER ARROW IV
Starts from the median asking price of 7 comparable Piper ARROW IV listings ($159,270), then adjusts for:
- No Modern GPS navigator (71% of comps have one) -3.4%
- Autopilot (57% of comps) +0.8%
- ADS-B (43% of comps) +1.5%
- Market supply: 3 for sale of 179 FAA-registered +3.6%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Piper ARROW IV |
|---|---|
| Type | Single-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 3,399 hrs |
| Engine time | 0 SMOH |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN GI 275 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | GARMIN GFC 500 |
| Avionics / Audio panel | GARMIN GMA 340 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | Garmin GNS430W, GARMIN GA 35 |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TAS-100 |
Description
This well-loved, and highly upgraded Arrow IV features a freshly overhauled engine, Full Firewall forward, and a low time prop. Eddy current completed. Equipped with a modern Garmin panel including GFC-500 autopilot, dual G5s, GI-275 EIS, and GNS-430W. This plane has no damage history, complete and consecutive logs, with a fresh annual. This is an excellent choice for cross-country or just exploring more beyond your local airport. Located in Cadillac, MI. Located in Cadillac, MI – CAD Complete and Consecutive Logbooks No Damage History Useful Load 1,038 lbs. FRESH August 2026 Annual Inspection Fresh IFR Certification
Modifications
Brand new Electric Fuel Pump Tanis TAS-100 engine Pre-Heater/Oil pan heater, Oil Cooler Oil Cooler Brackett induction Air Filter STC Gami Injectors Skytec Starter Electric Trim on Pilot Yoke AD 2020-26-16 Complied with 72 Gallons usable Fuel Capacity
Avionics
Garmin GFC-500 Auto Pilot Garmin GI-275 EIS Garmin GSB 15 (USB/USB-C) Garmin GNS-430W GPS/Nav-Com & GA-35 Antenna Garmin GMA-340 Audio Panel with Intercom & Marker Garmin G5 #1 Primary Attitude Indicator Garmin G5 #2 DG/HSI Garmin GAD-29 Navigation Data Interface Adaptor Garmin GAD-13 OAT Interface for G5 Garmin GMU-11 Appareo Stratus ESG With 3i ADS-B Transponder (Out/In) Bendix/King KI-209 CDI for VOR/ILS/GS Bendix/King KN-75 Glide Slope Receiver New King KX-170B Nav/Com
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 430 upgrades naturally to the GTN 650Xi — same footprint, touchscreen GPS/nav/comm with LPV approaches.
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
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Price
71st pct$170k · 71st percentile of 7 listings
Airframe time
62nd pct3,399 hours total (TTAF) · 62nd percentile of 8 listings
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General
| Year | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | ARROW IV |
| Serial Number | 28R-7918058 |
| Registration # | N3056S |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 3,399 |
|---|
Engine
| Engine 1 Time | 0 SMOH |
|---|---|
| Engine TBO | 2000 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin GFC-500 Auto Pilot Garmin GI-275 EIS Garmin GSB 15 (USB/USB-C) Garmin GNS-430W GPS/Nav-Com & GA-35 Antenna Garmin GMA-340 Audio Panel with Intercom & Marker Garmin G5 #1 Primary Attitude Indicator Garmin G5 #2 DG/HSI Garmin GAD-29 Navigation Data Interface Adaptor Garmin GAD-13 OAT Interface for G5 Garmin GMU-11 Appareo Stratus ESG With 3i ADS-B Transponder (Out/In) Bendix/King KI-209 CDI for VOR/ILS/GS Bendix/King KN-75 Glide Slope Receiver New King KX-170B Nav/Com |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Brand new Electric Fuel Pump Tanis TAS-100 engine Pre-Heater/Oil pan heater, Oil Cooler Oil Cooler Brackett induction Air Filter STC Gami Injectors Skytec Starter Electric Trim on Pilot Yoke AD 2020-26-16 Complied with 72 Gallons usable Fuel Capacity |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Piper PA 28RT 201 Arrow IV
Typical model-level figures for the Piper PA 28RT 201 Arrow IV (not this specific airframe).
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 695 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 138 kts · 159 mph |
| Takeoff / landing | 1025.0 / 615.0 |
About this plane
Single engine piston aircraft with retractable landing gear. The PA-28RT-201 Arrow IV seats up to 3 passengers plus 1 pilot.
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Last flight
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