1981 PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN
Starts from the median asking price of 13 comparable PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN listings ($199,500), then adjusts for:
- Year +1 vs comparable listings +1.5%
- Airframe time -9,008 hr vs comps +15.0%
- Engine time -1,096 hr vs comps +3.3%
- Autopilot (uncommon in comps) +2.0%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 6,008 hrs |
| Engine time | 378 SFRM |
| Prop blades | 3 |
| Annual | April 2026 |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
FOR SALE — 1981 PIPER PA-31-350 NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN. Based FMMI Low-Time Airframe • Factory-Rebuilt Engines • New Hartzell Propellers • VIP Configuration • Extensive Spare Parts Package A beautifully presented 1981 Piper PA-31-350 Navajo Chieftain, serial number 31-8152124, maintained in private operation and configured for comfortable executive and long-range travel. The aircraft has had only two owners since new, has always been hangared and has been meticulously maintained. It features a low-time airframe, a spacious eight-seat VIP cabin, factory air conditioning, known-ice certification, long-range fuel tanks, low-time Lycoming factory-rebuilt engines and new Hartzell three-blade propellers.
Modifications
NYAC long-range fuel tanks Total fuel capacity approximately 893 litres Full de-ice system Known-ice certified De-ice system renewed in 2016 Piper factory air conditioning Pilot entry door Cargo door High-capacity oxygen system BLR vortex generators Increased maximum take-off weight to 7,368 lb Pilot and co-pilot airspeed indicators approved for increased MTOW Colour weather radar Radar altimeter HF long-range aviation radio Fuel-flow and engine monitoring systems Long-range IFR capability Cabin and executive interior The aircraft offers a comfortable private and executive cabin configuration, including: Eight leather passenger seats VIP club seating layout Cabin divider Private executive cabin arrangement Refreshment cabinet Built-in refrigerator WC/potty provision High-capacity oxygen system Passenger address system Factory air conditioning Pilot cabin door Large cargo door Spacious baggage capacity
Avionics
The aircraft is equipped with a comprehensive Honeywell Bendix/King Silver Crown integrated avionics suite, including: Honeywell Bendix/King KFC 200 autopilot Integrated flight director Autopilot coupled to IFR-certified GPS Honeywell Bendix/King altitude select and altitude alert system Dual slaving compass system Honeywell Bendix/King KCS 55A pilot HSI Dual Honeywell Bendix/King KY 196 VHF COM radios Dual Honeywell Bendix/King KN 53 NAV receivers Dual ILS system Dual Honeywell Bendix/King KN 63 DME Honeywell Bendix/King KMA 24 audio panel Three communications inputs Passenger address system Marker beacon Honeywell Bendix/King KR 87 ADF Honeywell Bendix/King KT 76A Mode C transponder Honeywell Bendix/King RDR-150 colour weather radar Terrain mode Honeywell Bendix/King KLN-90A IFR GPS/FMS GPS coupled to the KFC 200 autopilot and flight director Honeywell Bendix/King KRA 10A radar altimeter Radar-altimeter alert mode Honeywell Bendix/King KHF-950 HF aviation radio 150-watt HF transmission capability Honeywell Bendix/King KEA 346 encoding altimeter Altitude select and alert Shadin fuel computer Fuel computer coupled to the KLN-90A GPS JPI EDM-700 engine data monitor
How this aircraft compares
Where this PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN lands versus other PIPER NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN listings on fyiAero.
Price
92nd pct$435k · 92nd percentile of 13 listings
Airframe time
11th pct6,008 hours total (TTAF) · 11th percentile of 19 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
24th pct378 hours since factory reman · 24th percentile of 17 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
24th pct378 hours since factory reman · 24th percentile of 17 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 | NAVAJO CHIEFTAIN |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | 5R-MVY |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | FMMI |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,008 |
|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 7,368 lb |
| STOL | Yes |
| Fuel Capacity Volume | 236 gal |
| Auxiliary Fuel Tank | Yes |
| Complete Logs | Yes |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | LYCOMING TIO-540-J2BD |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | RL-7123-61A |
| Engine 1 Horsepower | 350 HP |
| Engine 1 Time | 378 SFRM |
| Engine 1 TBO | 1800 |
| Year Engine 1 Overhauled or Installed as New | 2020 |
| Engine 1 Time Remaining To Overhaul | 1422 |
| Engine 1 Turbocharged | Yes |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | LYCOMING LTIO-540-J2BD |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | RL-1589-68A |
| Engine 2 Horsepower | 350 HP |
| Engine 2 Time | 378 SFRM |
| Engine 2 TBO | 1800 |
| Year Engine 2 Overhauled or Installed as New | 2020 |
| Engine 2 Time Remaining To Overhaul | 1422 |
| Engine 2 Turbocharged | Yes |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
|---|---|
| Prop 1 Model | HC-E3YR-2ATF |
| Prop 1 Time | 125 SNEW |
| Prop 2 Manufacturer | HARTZELL |
| Prop 2 Model | HC-E3YR-2ALTF |
| Prop 2 Time | 125 SNEW |
| Number of Blades | 3 |
| Blade Composition | Aluminum |
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | The aircraft is equipped with a comprehensive Honeywell Bendix/King Silver Crown integrated avionics suite, including: Honeywell Bendix/King KFC 200 autopilot Integrated flight director Autopilot coupled to IFR-certified GPS Honeywell Bendix/King altitude select and altitude alert system Dual slaving compass system Honeywell Bendix/King KCS 55A pilot HSI Dual Honeywell Bendix/King KY 196 VHF COM radios Dual Honeywell Bendix/King KN 53 NAV receivers Dual ILS system Dual Honeywell Bendix/King KN 63 DME Honeywell Bendix/King KMA 24 audio panel Three communications inputs Passenger address system Marker beacon Honeywell Bendix/King KR 87 ADF Honeywell Bendix/King KT 76A Mode C transponder Honeywell Bendix/King RDR-150 colour weather radar Terrain mode Honeywell Bendix/King KLN-90A IFR GPS/FMS GPS coupled to the KFC 200 autopilot and flight director Honeywell Bendix/King KRA 10A radar altimeter Radar-altimeter alert mode Honeywell Bendix/King KHF-950 HF aviation radio 150-watt HF transmission capability Honeywell Bendix/King KEA 346 encoding altimeter Altitude select and alert Shadin fuel computer Fuel computer coupled to the KLN-90A GPS JPI EDM-700 engine data monitor |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Oxygen System | Yes |
|---|---|
| Inadvertent Ice Protection | Yes |
| A/C | Yes |
| Additional Equipment | Cabin and executive interior The aircraft offers a comfortable private and executive cabin configuration, including: Eight leather passenger seats VIP club seating layout Cabin divider Private executive cabin arrangement Refreshment cabinet Built-in refrigerator WC/potty provision High-capacity oxygen system Passenger address system Factory air conditioning Pilot cabin door Large cargo door Spacious baggage capacity |
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | NYAC long-range fuel tanks Total fuel capacity approximately 893 litres Full de-ice system Known-ice certified De-ice system renewed in 2016 Piper factory air conditioning Pilot entry door Cargo door High-capacity oxygen system BLR vortex generators Increased maximum take-off weight to 7,368 lb Pilot and co-pilot airspeed indicators approved for increased MTOW Colour weather radar Radar altimeter HF long-range aviation radio Fuel-flow and engine monitoring systems Long-range IFR capability |
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Interior
| Year Interior | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 8 |
| Lavatory | Yes |
| Configuration | Passenger |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2017 |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | The aircraft has recently completed a major scheduled maintenance programme. Fresh 1,000-hour inspection Fresh 400-hour inspection items Fresh 100-hour inspection Certificate of Release to Service issued on 3 April 2026 Aircraft time at release: approximately 6,010 hours Current Airworthiness Directive compliance records Current applicable Service Bulletins Detailed component status and time-limit schedule available Maintenance tracking documentation available Certificate of Airworthiness dated 23 December 2025 The maintenance release includes inspections and work on the airframe, engines, propellers, landing gear, control systems, electrical systems, fuel systems, cabin equipment and structural items. |
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| Airworthy | Yes |
