1973 Piper Cherokee 180Single-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1973 Piper Cherokee 180 (N16485) presents as a well-maintained example with 7,742 hours total time on the airframe and a 1,700-hour SMOH engine by Penn Yan, featuring a Brackett air filter. The aircraft has been under single ownership for over 30 years and is scheduled for a fresh annual inspection in May 2024. Its 1997 burgundy-and-white repaint remains in excellent condition, complemented by a 2019 gray-and-maroon fabric/vinyl interior refresh.

The panel is IFR-equipped with dual KX-155 nav/coms (one with glideslope), KN-64 DME, and a Garmin G17S GPS. Modern upgrades include a TruTrak 2-axis autopilot, UAvionix Mini EFIS/HSI system, and FreeFlight ADS-B In/Out capability. The aircraft also features a PSE 7000BT audio panel, Trig TT31 Mode S transponder, and digital engine instrumentation. Airframe modifications include Metco dorsal fin fairing and wingtips, along with a one-piece windshield and 1996 window replacements. Documentation includes digital and hardcopy manuals, with the seller emphasizing the aircraft's long-term care and readiness for its next owner.