First impression
Introduced in 1961, this low-wing light aircraft family is one of the most popular trainers and personal planes in the world.
Quick identification
How to identify the Piper PA-28
Introduced in 1961, this low-wing light aircraft family is one of the most popular trainers and personal planes in the world.
Wing
High wing for utility aircraft; low wing for sport and touring planes.
Cabin
Small enclosed cabin or open cockpit; side-by-side or tandem seating.
Reference data
Piper PA-28 specifications
Use proportions and configuration as supporting clues; exact weights, range and cabin layouts vary by operator.
- Length
- 7.3 m
- Wingspan
- 10.7 m
- Max take-off weight
- 1,157 kg
- Range
- 1,008 km
- Capacity
- 4 occupants
Representative PA-28 Archer figures; PA-28 sub-variants have different limits.
Source: Piper Archer specifications ↗What should you check first?
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Reveal the Piper PA-28 clues
- First impression: Introduced in 1961, this low-wing light aircraft family is one of the most popular trainers and personal planes in the world.
- Wing: High wing for utility aircraft; low wing for sport and touring planes.
- Cabin: Small enclosed cabin or open cockpit; side-by-side or tandem seating.
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