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1981 PIPER CHEYENNE I
Starts from the median asking price of 12 comparable Piper Turboprop listings ($999,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -5 vs comparable listings -7.5%
- Airframe time -2,332 hr vs comps +4.7%
- Engine time +188 hr vs comps (twin turbine) -2.3%
- Garmin GTN 750 (25% of comps) +6.4%
- Garmin G600 (17% of comps) +10.0%
- No ADS-B (75% of comps have one) -1.9%
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 | 4,588 hrs |
| Engine time | 2,010 SNEW |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750, GTN 650 |
| Avionics / GPS / datalink | Garmin G600 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | STEC |
| Annual | October 2026 |
Description
135A Engine UPGRADE, STEC Digital Autopilot, Garmin G600, Garmin 750,Garmin 650
Modifications
RAM AIR, SPEED STACKS,
Avionics
Garmin G600 STEC Digital Autopilot Garmin 750 Garmin 650 Digitial Standby Instruments
Recommended avionics upgrades
No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
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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How this aircraft compares
Where this Piper CHEYENNE I lands versus other Piper CHEYENNE I listings on fyiAero.
Airframe time
17th pct4,588 hours total (TTAF) · 17th percentile of 6 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
50th pct2,010 hours since new · 50th percentile of 6 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
40th pct2,010 hours since new · 40th percentile of 5 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 |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 4,588 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-135A |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 2,010 SNEW |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3600 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PT6A-135A |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 2,010 SNEW |
| Engine 2 TBO | 3600 |
Props
| Number of Blades | 3 |
|---|
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN |
|---|---|
| Avionics/Radios | Garmin G600 STEC Digital Autopilot Garmin 750 Garmin 650 Digitial Standby Instruments |
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | RAM AIR, SPEED STACKS, |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Event I and II Due October 2026 Any aircraft specifications and/or descriptions contained herein are provided as introductory information only and do not constitute representations and warranties by the Seller or JETVX as to the information contained therein including, without limitation, the accuracy of the equipment installed on the aircraft or the condition thereof. Verification of the same remains the sole responsibility of the Buyer through inspection or otherwise. The aircraft is subject to prior sale. JETVX does not have the authority to bind the aircraft owner (or buyer) to any agreement or commitment |
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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 | $152,950 | $152,950 |
| Variable | $420,400 | $683,150 |
| Total / hour | $2,867 | $2,573 |
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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