Piper Cheyenne II
Turboprops
Piper

Piper Cheyenne II

$ 2,286
Variable Cost/hr
1150
Range (NM)
245
Cruise (kts)
Estimated Annual Budget
$896,319
Based on 325 flight hours per year

Aircraft Specifications

Seating
1 / 5
Crew / Passengers
Range (Full)
1150 NM
1323.42 SM
Normal Cruise
245 kts
282 mph
Avg. Pre-Owned
$ 776,973
Cost Per NM
$ 8.63
Fuel Burn
95 gal/hr
Cabin Height
4' 3"
Cabin Width
4' 2"
Cabin Length
10' 10"
Interior Volume
197 ft³
Takeoff Distance
3800 ft
Landing Distance
2200 ft

Sample Budget Comparison

Annual Owner Hours 200 hours/year 325 hours/year
Mileage49,000 NM79,625 NM
Fuel Cost$ 118,750$ 192,969
Total Fixed Cost$ 153,450$ 153,450
Total Variable Cost$ 457,150$ 742,869
Total Hourly Cost$ 3,053$ 2,758

About This Aircraft

The Piper Cheyenne II has a variable operating cost of $2,286 per hour. It offers a range of 740 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 265 knots (305 mph), with an average fuel burn of 95 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Cheyenne II measures 4'3" high, 4'2" wide, and 10'10" long, delivering 197 cubic feet of interior volume. Designed to accommodate up to 6 passengers, the aircraft features a comfortable and pressurized environment with executive seating, making it ideal for regional travel. Requiring 3,800 feet for takeoff and just 2,200 feet for landing, the Cheyenne II is capable of operating from a variety of shorter runways while offering strong cruise performance and efficiency positioning it as a practical and reliable option in the turboprop class.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it cost to operate a Piper Cheyenne II per hour?
The Piper Cheyenne II has a variable operating cost of $ 2,286. This includes fuel burn of approximately 95 gallons per hour, maintenance reserves, and other variable expenses. The total hourly cost — including fixed costs — ranges from $ 2,758/hr at 325 annual hours to $ 3,053/hr at 200 annual hours.
What is the annual budget to own and operate a Piper Cheyenne II?
The estimated annual budget for a Piper Cheyenne II is $896,319 based on 325 flight hours per year. This includes fixed costs and variable costs for fuel, maintenance, and landing fees.
What is the range of the Piper Cheyenne II?
The Piper Cheyenne II has a maximum range of 1150 NM (1323 SM) with a full passenger load. This enables nonstop flights from New York to Los Angeles, or London to Dubai, making it a capable coast-to-coast and transatlantic performer in the turboprops category.
What is the average pre-owned price of a Piper Cheyenne II?
The average pre-owned market price for a Piper Cheyenne II is approximately $ 776,973. Actual pricing varies based on airframe hours, engine program enrollment (JSSI, MSP Gold, or ESP), maintenance status, avionics upgrades, connectivity (Gogo AVANCE, Ka-band, Starlink), and cabin condition. AviaCost provides real-time market analysis to help evaluate individual aircraft.
How does the Piper Cheyenne II compare to other turbopropss?
The Piper Cheyenne II competes with other aircraft in the Turboprops segment. Its $ 2,286/hr variable cost is competitive in the segment, and it offers a particularly spacious cabin (4' 3" high × 4' 2" wide × 10' 10" long). AviaCost lets you compare up to 5 aircraft side-by-side across 12 cost calculators to find the best fit for your mission profile and budget.
What cabin dimensions does the Piper Cheyenne II offer?
The Piper Cheyenne II cabin measures 4' 3" high × 4' 2" wide × 10' 10" long, with a total interior volume of 197 cubic feet. It seats up to 5 passengers in a typical configuration with a 1-crew cockpit, and requires 3800 feet of runway for takeoff and 2200 feet for landing.

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