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1986 Piper Cheyenne 400LS
Starts from the median asking price of 12 comparable Piper Turboprop listings ($992,500), then adjusts for:
- Year +1 vs comparable listings +1.5%
- Modern GPS navigator (83% of comps) +0.8%
- No Autopilot (75% of comps have one) -1.4%
- No ADS-B (75% of comps have one) -1.9%
- Market supply: 3 for sale of 23 FAA-registered -5.0%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Piper CHEYENNE 400LS |
|---|---|
| Type | Turboprop |
| Airframe time | — |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GNS 530 |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX327 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN GI 275 |
| Inspection | Phase |
Description
One of only 44 Cheyenne 400LS ever built. Twin Garrett TPE-331-14A turboprops (each 1,000shp) with a lot of hours remaining (SMOH ~984h). 5-blade MT propellers: left at 705h SMOH, overhauled right prop installed Jan 2024. Powerful jet-like performance meets executive-level comfort
Modifications
Back 14 Photos $990,000 1986 Piper Cheyenne 400LS R/N: N448CA 5,100 Total Hours Florida, United States Compare Email to Friend Date Listed: Mar 31, 2026 Seller Paragraph Seller Flydreams Aircraft Group Location Fort Lauderdale, FL, US One of only 44 Cheyenne 400LS ever built Twin Garrett TPE-331-14A turboprops (each 1,000shp) with a lot of hours remaining (SMOH ~984h) 5-blade MT propellers: left at 705h SMOH, overhauled right prop installed Jan 2024 Powerful jet-like performance meets executive-level comfort Airframe & Power Systems Information Total Hours 5,100 Total Hours Engines Loc. SMOH L 1,000 R 1,000 3,600H TBO, Engines OH was Done in 2009 Propellers Loc. Model TSN TSOH L MTV-27-1-E-C-F-R(G) 3,964 705 R 3,959 50 RH Prop Overhauled in 2024 Maintenance & Condition Competitive Relative to Similar Jets; Turboprop Efficiency ~100gph, ~320kts at FL410 Category-leading Speed: up to 350kts Max Just Finished Phase 1-2 Inspection Avionics DME Indicator: Bendix/King KDI-573 HSI: Bendix/King KPI-552 Altimeter/VSI: Bendix/King KAV-485 King KMC-440 Mode Controller AP COMM 1: King KFS-598A COMM 2: King KFS-598A NAV Control : KFS-564 Transponder Control: King KFS-576A ADF 1 Control: King KFS-586 ADF 2 Control: King KFS-586 GPS, COM, VOR, LOC and Glide Slope: Garmin GNS 530; MFD: Avidyne Flight Max EX500; Transponder: Garmin GTX-327; Airspeed Indicator: 8320 United Instruments Max; CDI/MFD 1: Garmin GI-275; CDI/MFD 2 : Garmin GI-275; Interior Seating Layout: Typically 6–7 Passengers Four Club Seats with Foldable Tables Seat #7 Doubles as a Lavatory Seat #7 can be Separated from the Main Cabin by a Folding Partition Wall (accordion-style door) Seat #5 has been Replaced with a Divan (STC approved) Exterior Fresh Exterior Paint (2023) Performance One of the Fastest Turbo-props in the World Cruise: ~330kts, Range ~1,400–1,600NM Service Ceiling: up to 41,000 Ft Climb: ~3,200 Fpm; Landing Roll ~2,280 Ft Pressurized Cabin, Ideal for High-altitude Cruise Notes Why choose this Cheyenne? Sports Jet-like Performance at Turboprop Economy Excellent Range: 1400NM, + Reserves, Full Payload Strong value with Refreshed Engines, Props, Paint, Interior Rarity and Exclusivity (only 44 built, ~17 still flying) Contact Information Contact: Andrey Borisevich Tel: 954-787-4990 1707 South Perimeter Road Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309, U.S.A. All Specifications Subject to Verification Upon Inspection Availability Subject to Prior Lease, Sale, or Withdrawal From Market Without Notice An Important Note About Buying An Aircraft Aircraft Shopper Online takes internet fraud very seriously. Before completing any transaction, please review our fraud prevention guidelines to protect yourself. Read our Fraud Alert → Report This Ad Listed By Flydreams Aircraft Group Location Fort Lauderdale, FL, US Website Visit website Contact the seller for availability and additional aircraft information. Contact Seller More listings from Flydreams Aircraft Group Finance Calculator $7,342 Est. monthly payment Down payment 20% · $198,000 Loan term 15 years Interest rate 7.50% Loan amount $792,000 Total interest $529,549 View Detailed Calculator Get Pre-Approved For illustrative purposes only. Actual rates and terms may vary.
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 ›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.
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Operating costs & specifications — Piper Cheyenne 400LS
Typical model-level figures for the Piper Cheyenne 400LS (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $172,800 | $280,800 |
| Fixed | $227,128 | $227,128 |
| Variable | $469,000 | $762,125 |
| Total / hour | $3,481 | $3,044 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,600 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 310 kts · 357 mph |
| Seating | 1 crew + 6 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 3" × 4' 2" × 18' 1" |
| Interior volume | 327 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 3800 ft / 2500 ft |
About this plane
The Piper Cheyenne 400LS has a variable operating cost of $2,231 per hour. It offers a range of 1,100 nautical miles, a normal cruise speed of 325 knots (374 mph), and an average fuel burn of 120 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Piper Cheyenne 400LS measures 4'3" high, 4'2" wide, and 18'1" long, offering 327 cubic feet of interior space. Designed to accommodate up to 9 passengers, the pressurized cabin features executive seating and a refined layout for comfort on regional flights. With a takeoff requirement of just 3,800 feet and a landing distance of 2,500 feet, the Cheyenne 400LS is capable of accessing a wide variety of airports while delivering strong speed and performance for its class. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Piper Cheyenne 400LS's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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