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1978 Piper Seneca IIMulti-Engine Piston Aircraft

Year
1978
Make
PIPER
Series
PA-34 Seneca
Model
SENECA II
Tail #
N81TH
Serial #
78-70178

This 1978 Piper Seneca II (N81TH) presents as a well-equipped twin-engine aircraft with 9,804 total airframe hours and factory-overhauled engines showing 1,864 hours since major overhaul. The aircraft features strong compression readings and benefits from recent propeller overhauls with 497 SMOH on the left prop and 669 SMOH on the right. The panel is upgraded with modern avionics including a Garmin 530W GPS/NAV/COM, Aspen 1000 EFD primary flight display, GTX 345 transponder with ADS-B, and GMA 345 audio panel with Bluetooth connectivity. Additional navigation equipment includes a Garmin GNC 255A NAV/COM, Bendix B radar, and King KR85 ADF.

The aircraft is IFR-certified and equipped for known icing conditions, making it capable of year-round operations. Practical features include Bruce's canopy and full engine covers, a tow bar, GPU cable, and block heaters for cold weather operations. With seating for six, this Seneca II combines capable twin-engine performance with modern avionics for cross-country travel. The aircraft's maintenance status and equipment package position it as a turnkey solution for buyers seeking a well-maintained multi-engine platform.

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Asking Price

$132,000

Location

Vienna, OH, USA

Listing Details

Sale Type
For Sale

Price History

Apr 30, 2025: $132,000 - trade-a-plane

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First Seen: Apr 30, 2025

Specifications

Category
Multi-Engine Piston
Intended Use
Business, Recreational
Flight Rules
IFR
Seats
6

Hours, Logs & Inspections

Engine 1 Time
1,864 hrs (SFRM)
Engine 2 Time
1,864 hrs (SFRM)
Prop 1 Time
497 hrs (SMOH)
Prop 2 Time
669 hrs (SMOH)

Avionics

GPS

Garmin 530W

PFD

Aspen 1000 EFD

ADS-B Out

Garmin GTX 345 - GTX Transponder

Audio

Garmin GMA 345 - GMA Audio Panel w/ Bluetooth

Comms

Garmin GNC 255A - GNC Nav/Com

Weather

Bendix B - B Radar

ADF

King KR85 - ADF

Additional Equipment

Ice Protection

Known Ice

Canopy Cover

Bruce's Canopy Cover

Engine Covers

Bruce's Full Engine Covers

Tow Bar

GPU Cable

Block Heaters

Engine & Propeller

Engine Type
Piston
Engine Count
2

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