1969 Piper Turbo Twin Comanche
This remarkable 1969 Piper Turbo Twin Comanche is a factory turbo model equipped with tip tanks and built-in oxygen, combining performance, range, and history in one exceptional aircraft. Notably, this aircraft was used by Garmin to certify the GFC 500 autopilot system, demonstrating its precision and reliability. Adding to its impressive pedigree, it flew in the 1970 London to Sydney Air Race, making it a true piece of aviation history. The Turbo Twin Comanche is celebrated for its speed, efficiency, and handling—offering an outstanding combination of vintage character and proven capability for serious aviators and collectors alike.
Airframe
Total Time 6,835
Range 900 NM
Max Takeoff Weight 3,725 lb
Basic Empty Weight 2,700 lb
Useful Load 1,025 lb
Fuel Capacity Volume 116 gal
Auxiliary Fuel Tank
Complete Logs
Engine 1
Engine 1 Make/Model LYCOMING IO-320-C1A
Engine 1 Serial Number RL-4091-55A
Engine 1 Horsepower 160 HP
Engine 1 Time 2,196 SFRM
Engine 1 TBO 1800
Year Engine 1 Overhauled or Installed as New 1994
Engine 1 Turbonormalized
Factory installed Rayjay Turbo
Engine 2
Engine 2 Make/Model LYCOMING IO-320-C1A
Engine 2 Serial Number RL-4054-55A
Engine 2 Horsepower 160 HP
Engine 2 Time 2,202 SFRM
Engine 2 TBO 1800
Year Engine 2 Overhauled or Installed as New 1994
Engine 2 Turbonormalized
Factory Installed Rayjay Turbo
Props
Prop 1 Manufacturer HARTZELL
Prop 1 Model HC-E2YL-2BSF
Prop 1 Time 150 SMOH
Prop 2 Manufacturer HARTZELL
Prop 2 Model HC-E2YL-2BSF
Prop 2 Time 150 SMOH
Number of Blades 2
Blade Composition Aluminum
Avionics
Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model GARMIN G500 TXI
GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model GARMIN GTN 750XI
GPS 2 Manufacturer/Model GARMIN GTN 650XI
Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model GARMIN GTX345
Autopilot Manufacturer/Model GARMIN GFC500
ADS-B Equipped
WAAS
LPV
SVT
Yaw Damper
Active Traffic
Terrain Warning System
Engine Monitor
Avionics/Radios G500 TXI 1060 PFD/MFD G500 TXI 700P used as EIS With Ceis Fuel Senders (Two Mains, Two Aux and Two tips) GI 275 BACKUP INDICATOR. GMA 345 Audio Panel GTN 750 XI GTN 650 XI GTX 345 TRANSPONDER GDL 69 SATELLITE WEATHER GTS 800 ACTIVE TRAFFIC WX 500 STORM SCOPE GFC 500 AUTO PILOT WITH ROLL, PITCH, PITCH TRIM AND YAW DAMPER. INSTALLED BY GARMIN AS AIRCRAFT WAS USED TO CERTIFY GFC 500
Additional Equipment
Oxygen System
Exterior Year Painted 2000
Hangered since painted
Interior
Year Interior 2000
Number of Seats 4
Annual completed Jan 2025
Located in Tigard, OR 97224
For more information, please call 833-265-6113 and mention ID 17235
