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1953 Piper TRI-Pacer PA-22-135Single-Engine Piston Aircraft • Frackville, PA, USA

This 1953 Piper Tri-Pacer PA-22-135 (N1397C) presents as a well-maintained classic with 3,026 total hours on the airframe and a 1,700-hour SMOH engine. The aircraft underwent a significant refurbishment in 1992, including a complete recover and new interior installation, suggesting careful preservation of this vintage model. Configured for VFR operations with four-seat capacity, this Tri-Pacer retains its original mission profile as a practical short-field performer. The engine's mid-time status and documented refurbishments make it an appealing option for buyers seeking a flyable classic with recent major work.

Year
1953
Make
Piper
Series
PA-22
Model
TRI-Pacer PA-22-135
Tail #
n1397c
Serial #
Not Listed

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Specifications

Category
Single-Engine Piston
Intended Use
Classic / Antique, Recreational
Flight Rules
VFR
Seats
4

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Total Time
3,026 hrs
Engine 1 Time
1,700 hrs (SNEW)

Interior & Exterior

Paint Year
1992
Interior Notes
New Interior in 1992
Exterior Notes
Recovered in 1992

Engine & Propeller

Engine Type
Piston
Engine Count
1

Asking Price

$30,000

Aircraft Location

Frackville, PA, USA

Listing Details

Used
For Sale

Price History

May 23, 2025: $30,000 - trade-a-plane

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First Seen: May 23, 2025

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Asking Price

$30,000