1977 Piper Turbo Arrow IIISingle-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1977 Piper Turbo Arrow III (N1996) presents as a well-maintained IFR-capable aircraft with 3,565 total hours on the airframe. The Continental TSIO360FB engine shows 672 hours since major overhaul by Zephyr Aircraft Engines, with a top overhaul currently underway, while the Hartzell constant-speed propeller has 441 SMOH. Notable performance specifications include a 750 NM range, 2,900 lb max takeoff weight, and 1,084 lb useful load with 77 gallons of fuel capacity.

The aircraft features significant upgrades including a TurboPlus intercooler and induction air modification with matching cowling (STCs SA2144NM/SA2145NM/SA2148NM), along with Sea Wings speed enhancement kit (STC SA1580SO). Avionics include dual King KX-170B nav-coms, Garmin GDL-82 ADS-B Out, and a Piper Auto Control IIIB autopilot with altitude hold. The exterior received professional stripping and painting in 2002 with white/blue/red scheme, while the interior features Beechwood leather upholstery installed the same year.

Maintenance records show complete logs since new with no major damage history, though the right aileron was replaced in 2003 due to hangar rash and some fuselage skins were replaced in 1988. The aircraft comes with all service documentation including engine, propeller, and airframe logs, with the next annual inspection due in 2025. This Turbo Arrow III offers a combination of recent powerplant attention, speed-enhancing modifications, and well-documented care throughout its operational history.