1979 Piper DakotaSingle-Engine Piston Aircraft

This 1979 Piper Dakota PA28-236 (N2103J) presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a proven four-seat aircraft with a freshly overhauled powerplant. The airframe shows 4,275 total hours, while its Lycoming O-540-J3A5D engine has only 137 hours since its 2021 major overhaul, accompanied by a new Hartzell 3-blade scimitar propeller installed simultaneously. Recent compressions from February 2025 show strong cylinder health in the 76-79 psi range across all cylinders. The aircraft carries a useful load of 1,217 lbs and features a 2002 exterior repaint, with its most recent annual completed in November 2024.

The Dakota comes equipped with a functional VFR panel including a Garmin GMA 340 audio panel, TKM MX 170 NAV/COMM, GNC 300XL GPS/COMM, Stratus ESG transponder with ADS-B Out capability, and a JPI EDM 900 engine monitor. While the aircraft currently maintains its original configuration, the seller emphasizes this as an ideal platform for customization, offering to coordinate avionics upgrades prior to delivery. With complete maintenance records from new and a December 2025 annual due date, this low-time-engine Dakota represents a turnkey opportunity for pilots seeking a capable cross-country aircraft with reduced maintenance concerns.