1989 PIPER CHEYENNE 400LS
Starts from the median asking price of 14 comparable Piper Turboprop listings ($990,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +1 vs comparable listings +2.2%
- Airframe time +211 hr vs comps -0.4%
- Engine time +3,037 hr vs comps (twin turbine) -20.0%
- No Modern GPS navigator (79% of comps have one) -3.6%
- ADS-B (79% of comps) +0.6%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Piper CHEYENNE 400LS |
|---|---|
| Type | Turboprop |
| Airframe time | 6,765 hrs |
| Engine time | 6,612.9 SMOH |
| Prop blades | 5 |
| Avionics / flight deck | COLLINS |
| Avionics / Transponder | Garmin GTX 330 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | APS-65 |
| Avionics / Datalink weather | GDL88 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
Description
One of the last 400LS built. Same owner for past 21 years. Maintained by Friend Air Care. Engines 0 / 1000 Since Overhaul. One Engine Currently in process of Overhaul. 5 Bladed Propellers. Fresh Heavy SB Completed
Modifications
Whelen LED Aft Body Strakes
Avionics
Dual Garmin GTX330 Mode S transponders Garmin GNS 500W Garmin GDL88 ADS-B transceiver Flight Stream 210 Collins APS-65 autopilot Garmin GDL88 Garmin GTX330
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
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Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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General
| Year | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | CHEYENNE 400LS |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,765.8 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | GARRETT TPE331-14 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 6,612.9 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3000 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 1,000 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | GARRETT TPE331-14 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 3,652.8 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 3000 |
| Hot Section Time 2 | 0 |
Props
| Prop 1 Manufacturer | MT |
|---|---|
| Number of Blades | 5 |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | COLLINS |
|---|---|
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Dual Garmin GTX330 Mode S transponders Garmin GNS 500W Garmin GDL88 ADS-B transceiver Flight Stream 210 Collins APS-65 autopilot Garmin GDL88 Garmin GTX330 |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | Whelen LED Aft Body Strakes |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Maintained By Friend Air Care. Maintenance tracking eport available upon request. Recent Heavy SB Inspection completed 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 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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