1978 Piper Turbo Lance IISingle-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1978 Piper Turbo Lance II (N31795) presents as a well-maintained example with 2,850 total airframe hours and a strong maintenance history. The Continental TSIO-520 engine shows 1,226 hours since major overhaul, with only 20 hours since a comprehensive IRAN (Inspect and Repair As Necessary) that included nearly all new internals - the compressions at the February 2025 annual all tested 78 and above. The aircraft has no damage history and features a clean airframe verified by an extensive eddy current inspection in 2021.

The panel boasts modern avionics including dual Garmin 275 electronic flight instruments (MFD and enhanced HSI/Nav), a Garmin 430W WAAS GPS/Nav/Comm, and a KFC200 2-axis autopilot slaved to the flight director. ADS-B compliance is handled by a Stratus ESG transponder with in/out capability. The 6-seat cabin features luxurious toasted barrel brown tufted leather seats in a club configuration, while the exterior wears a classic Matterhorn White, Medium Antique Silver Metallic, and Matador Red livery. Notable upgrades include Knots 2 U wing root fairings, a Precise Flight standby vacuum system, and a Whalen LED landing light.

With a useful load of 1,239 lbs, fresh annual inspection (good through February 2025), and heated hangar storage in South Dakota, this Turbo Lance II is well-equipped for comfortable cross-country travel. The recent engine IRAN, clean damage history, and modern avionics package make this a turnkey aircraft ready for immediate service.