1983 PIPER CHEYENNE IIXL
Overview
| Make / Model | Piper CHEYENNE IIXL |
|---|---|
| Type | Multi-Engine Piston |
| Airframe time | 8,637 hrs |
| Engine time | 1,347.6 SMOH |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750Xi |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN G600 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Inspection | Annual |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Fully upgraded panel with Garmin G600TXi and GTN750Xi. Includes a new custom leather interior, sidewalls, carpet and cabinetry. One of a kind!
Modifications
Interior and Avionics were both completed on 5.8.2024 by Forge Flightworks
Recommended avionics upgrades
No autopilot is listed — a GFC 500 (or S-TEC 3100 / Trio Pro Pilot where the GFC isn't STC'd) adds a modern digital autopilot with envelope protection, subject to model approval.
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General
| Year | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | CHEYENNE IIXL |
| Serial Number | 31T816650 |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N4938S |
| FlightRules | IFR |
Airframe
| Total Time | 8,637.6 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Time | 1,347.6 SMOH |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 TBO | 3000 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 73.8 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Time | 643.4 SMOH |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 TBO | 3000 |
| Hot Section Time 2 | 73.8 |
Props
| Prop 1 Time | 95.7 SOH |
|---|---|
| Prop 2 Time | 95.7 SOH |
Avionics
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
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Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Interior and Avionics were both completed on 5.8.2024 by Forge Flightworks |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Event 1 and 2 and Annual completed 6.16.2026 by Mack Air |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Operating costs & specifications — Piper Cheyenne Iixl
Typical model-level figures for the Piper Cheyenne Iixl (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $145,440 | $236,340 |
| Fixed | $214,520 | $214,520 |
| Variable | $489,440 | $795,340 |
| Total / hour | $3,520 | $3,107 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,100 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 245 kts · 282 mph |
| Seating | 1 crew + 5 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 3" × 4' 2" × 12' 7" |
| Interior volume | 228 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 4500 ft / 2400 ft |
About this plane
The Piper Cheyenne IIXL has a variable operating cost of $2,351 per hour. It offers a range of 800 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 265 knots (305 mph), with an average fuel burn of 101 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Cheyenne IIXL measures 4'3" high, 4'2" wide, and 12'7" long, delivering 228 cubic feet of interior volume. Designed to accommodate up to 9 passengers, the aircraft features a pressurized, spacious cabin with executive seating, offering comfort and utility for both business and personal travel. Requiring 4,500 feet for takeoff and 2,400 feet for landing, the Cheyenne IIXL balances cruise performance and fuel efficiency with versatile airport accessibility, making it a dependable choice in the turboprop category. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Piper Cheyenne IIXL's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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