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Single-Engine Piston

1979 PIPER ARROW IV

$169,900 fyiEstimate $174,500–$178,500 How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 5 comparable PIPER ARROW IV listings ($169,900), then adjusts for:

  • Market supply: 2 for sale of 179 FAA-registered +3.9%

Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.

1979
3,399 hrs
N3056S
28R-7918058
1
📍 Lexington, Kentucky
Magic Shuttle Bus Air Tours LLC
Per the FAA aircraft registry (public record)

Overview

Make / ModelPIPER ARROW IV
TypeSingle-Engine Piston
Airframe time3,399 hrs
Engine time0 SMOH
Avionics / OtherGarmin GI 275, Garmin GNS-430W
Autopilot

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 Traverse City, MI. On sale now for a competitive price of $169,900 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

How this aircraft compares

Where this PIPER ARROW IV lands versus other PIPER ARROW IV listings on fyiAero.

Price

60th pct
$99k$425kThis aircraft · $170k

$170k · 60th percentile of 5 listings

Airframe time

67th pct
1,50011,800This aircraft · 3,399

3,399 hours total (TTAF) · 67th percentile of 6 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

Year1979
ManufacturerPIPER
ModelARROW IV
Serial Number28R-7918058
Registration #N3056S
ConditionUsed

Airframe

Total Time3,399

Engine

Engine 1 Time0 SMOH
Engine TBO2000

Avionics

Avionics/RadiosGarmin 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 EquipmentBrand 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