Piper PA-27 Aztec

The light twin built for reliable personal and charter transport.

Overview

Piper United States 1976–Present $230,000

The Piper PA-27 Aztec is a twin-engine piston aircraft introduced in the 1960s. It became known for stability and load-carrying capability. The aircraft served charter and private operators for decades.

Specifications

Units
Engine
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Engine type
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Power
180 hp · 134 kW
Avionics
Avidyne FlightMax Entegra
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
4
Crew
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Cabin width
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Cabin height
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Cabin length
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Exterior length
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Tail height
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Fuselage diameter
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Wing span
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Baggage volume
1 ft³  ·  0.0 m³
Gross weight
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Empty weight
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Max takeoff weight
12,400 lb  ·  5,600 kg
Max landing weight
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Max payload
850 lb  ·  400 kg
Fuel capacity
Max cruise speed
128 kt  ·  147 mph  ·  237 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
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Approach speed
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Range
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Fuel burn
25.57 nm/gal  ·  12.51 km/L
Ceiling
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Rate of climb
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Takeoff distance
1,140 ft  ·  350 m
Landing distance
920 ft  ·  280 m
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Operational Context

Piper PA-27 Aztec — twin-engine piston aircraft

The Aztec first flew in 1959 and entered service in 1960. It features a low-wing design and retractable landing gear. The aircraft was designed for improved payload and multi-engine performance.

Powered by two Lycoming piston engines producing approximately 250 horsepower each in later variants, the Aztec cruises at around 180 knots (333 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 5,200 pounds (2,359 kg). The cabin typically seats six occupants.

The Aztec was widely used for training and charter operations. Production ended in the 1980s. Many aircraft remain active in private ownership.