1979 Piper DakotaSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft • Anderson, IN, USA
This 1979 Piper Dakota, registration N8072Y, is being offered for sale by Indy Air Sales as a low-time example that requires some cosmetic or minor mechanical attention, described as needing a "bit of TLC." With 2,693 total hours on the airframe, the Lycoming engine and propeller each have 1,389 hours since major overhaul. The aircraft is positioned as a value opportunity, with a useful load of 1,199 pounds and a cruise speed of 135-145 knots, giving it a range of approximately 700 miles. The annual inspection is not due until July 2026, and the transponder certification is valid through July 2028.
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Specifications
- Category
- Single-Engine Piston
- Intended Use
- Business, Recreational
- Flight Rules
- IFR
- Useful Load
- 1,199 lbs
- Seats (Stock)
- 4
Hours, Logs & Inspections
- Total Time
- 2,693 hrs
- Engine 1 Time
- 1,389 hrs (SMOH)
- Prop 1 Time
- 1,389 hrs (SMOH)
- Inspection Status
- Annual Inspection Due July, 2026
Avionics
Audio
King KMA 24 - Audio Panel
GPS
Garmin GNS 430 - GPS/Nav/Com
Comms
King KY 197 - Digital Com
ADSB
Appaero Stratus ESG - ESG ADS-B Transponder
PFD
King KCS 55A - Slaved HSI
AP
Century II - II Autopilot—INOP STEC Attitude Hold—INOP
Additional Equipment
Pitch Trim
Avionics Electric Pitch Trim
Avionics Master
Avionics Master Switch
Ventilation Fan
Cabin Ventilation Fan
Shoulder Harness
Push To Talk Switches
Dual Push to Talk Switches
Carb Temp Gauge
Compass
Vertical Card Compass
USB Charger
ADS-B Receiver
Stratus - ADS-B Receiver
Intercom
Flight Com 403
Tow Bar
Tow Bar Equipment
Engine & Propeller
- Engine Type
- Piston
- Engine Count
- 1
- Engine Model
- Lycoming O-540-J3A5D
- Engine Power
- 235 HP
Asking Price
$114,500
Aircraft Location
Anderson, IN, USA
Listing Details
- For Sale
Price History
Jun 26, 2026: $114,500 - barnstormers
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Asking Price
$114,500
Aircraft Location
Anderson, IN, USA
Listing Details
- For Sale
Price History
Jun 26, 2026: $114,500 - barnstormers
Contact Seller
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Asking Price
$114,500