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1981 PIPER CHEYENNE I
Starts from the median asking price of 11 comparable Piper Turboprop listings ($995,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -3 vs comparable listings -4.5%
- Airframe time -267 hr vs comps +0.5%
- Engine time +3,433 hr vs comps (twin turbine) -20.0%
- Modern GPS navigator (82% of comps) +0.8%
- Garmin G600 (18% of comps) +9.8%
- No Autopilot (73% of comps have one) -1.3%
- ADS-B (73% of comps) +0.7%
- Market supply: 6 for sale of 65 FAA-registered -2.7%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Piper CHEYENNE I |
|---|---|
| Type | Turboprop |
| Airframe time | 6,470 hrs |
| Engine time | 5,747 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 330 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN G600 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | Garmin GNS-530W |
| Avionics / Autopilot | KFC-250 |
Description
Newly available low-time XP28 Blackhawk Cheyenne I. This Cheyenne comes with a G600 and 2025 Paint and Interior. Please contact Reed McLelland at International Aircraft Marketing & Sales for additional information.
Modifications
Blackhawk XP28 Upgrade STC-SA10956SC Aft Lavatory Full De-Ice Systems Dual Heated Windshields Avidyne Flight Max EX-500 w/ Moving Map ADS-B Out WAAS
Avionics
Garmin 600 King KFC-250 IFCS Garmin GTX-330 King KN-53 GNS-530W King KY-196 King KLN-90B
Recommended avionics upgrades
A GNS 530 is a drop-in upgrade to the GTN 750Xi — bigger touchscreen, WAAS/LPV, and modern nav/comm/MFD.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 600 or S-TEC 3100 digital autopilot is a major capability and value add, subject to STC approval for this model.
Shop options ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Piper CHEYENNE I lands versus other Piper CHEYENNE I listings on fyiAero.
Airframe time
43rd pct6,470 hours total (TTAF) · 43rd percentile of 7 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
99th pct5,747 hours since major overhaul · 99th percentile of 8 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
99th pct5,747 hours since major overhaul · 99th percentile of 7 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 | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | CHEYENNE I |
| Serial Number | 31T-8104042 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N708SA |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,470 |
|---|---|
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-28 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | PCE50665 |
| Engine 1 Time | 5,747 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 8000 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 647 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-28 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | PCE50666 |
| Engine 2 Time | 5,747 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 8000 |
| Hot Section Time 2 | 647 |
Props
| Prop 1 Time | 470 SMOH |
|---|---|
| Prop 2 Time | 470 SMOH |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin 600 King KFC-250 IFCS Garmin GTX-330 King KN-53 GNS-530W King KY-196 King KLN-90B |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Blackhawk XP28 Upgrade STC-SA10956SC Aft Lavatory Full De-Ice Systems Dual Heated Windshields Avidyne Flight Max EX-500 w/ Moving Map ADS-B Out WAAS |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6 |
| Configuration | Passenger |
| Lavatory Configuration | Aft |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2025 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | MORE PROGRAM (8,000 TBO) Complete Logs |
|---|
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | Other |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Piper Cheyenne I
Typical model-level figures for the Piper Cheyenne I (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $122,400 | $198,900 |
| Fixed | $210,608 | $210,608 |
| Variable | $420,400 | $683,150 |
| Total / hour | $3,155 | $2,750 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,000 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 210 kts · 242 mph |
| Seating | 1 crew + 5 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 3" × 4' 2" × 10' 10" |
| Interior volume | 197 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 3500 ft / 2400 ft |
About this plane
The Piper Cheyenne I has a variable operating cost of $2,021 per hour. It offers a range of 800 nautical miles, a normal cruise speed of 250 knots (288 mph), and an average fuel burn of 85 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Piper Cheyenne I measures 4'3" high, 4'2" wide, and 10'10" long, providing 197 cubic feet of interior space. Designed to accommodate up to 6 passengers, the pressurized cabin offers a comfortable environment for short to mid-range travel. With a takeoff requirement of just 3,500 feet and a landing distance of 2,400 feet, the Cheyenne I can access smaller airports with ease while maintaining solid cruise performance and operating efficiency. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Piper Cheyenne I's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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