The Piper Cheyenne IIIA has a variable operating cost of $2,316 per hour. It offers a range of 900 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 295 knots (339 mph), with an average fuel burn of 123 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Cheyenne IIIA measures 4’3″ high, 4’6″ wide, and 17’4″ long, delivering 248 cubic feet of interior volume. Designed to accommodate up to 9 passengers, the aircraft features a spacious, pressurized cabin with executive seating, ensuring a comfortable and refined travel experience. Requiring 4,100 feet for takeoff and 2,400 feet for landing, the Cheyenne IIIA combines strong cruise efficiency with versatile airport accessibility, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of missions.
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Description
Piper Cheyenne IIIA | Aircraft Ownership & Operating Costs Calculator
General Specifications
Typical Seating Capacity
1
/
6
Seat Full Range
900
/
1036
Normal Cruise
295
/
339
Avg Pre Owned Price
999294
Cost Per NM
8

Sample Budget
Piper Cheyenne IIIA
Sample Budget
Annual Owner Hours | 200 hours per year | 325 hours per year |
---|---|---|
Mileage | 58000 NM | 94250 NM |
Fuel Cost | $153750 | $249844 |
Total Fixed Cost | $217000 | $217000 |
Total Variable Cost | $463150 | $752619 |
Total Hourly Cost | $3401 | $2983 |
UTILIZATION LEVELS
Typical Seating Capacity
58000
Total Hrs
58000
Mileage for Owner Hours (NM)
58000
HOURLY VARIABLE COST
ANNUAL FIXED COST
$
370,000
$
40,800
$
$
$
108,000
$
$
610,000
$
503,813
$
106,188
ANNUAL VARIABLE COST
28,375
$
177,344
$
72,000
27,625
44,375
0
0
72,000
$
98,750
$
40,625
$
388,719
ANNUAL BUDGET
$
494,906
MONTHLY BUDGET
$
41,242