Our Fleet
Explore our reliable Piper Cherokee 180 aircraft. Each is maintained to the highest standards, providing a safe, consistent, and professional training environment.
Our Fleet
Our primary training fleet consists of well-maintained Piper Cherokee 180 aircraft. Known for their reliability, stability, and forgiving handling, these aircraft are ideal for student pilots, mountain flying, and accelerated training programs.
Cherokee 180 - PIPER PA-28-180 (N6576J)
1968 Piper Cherokee 180 – a four-seat, single-engine trainer perfect for all levels of flight training.
Key Features:
- Four-seat cabin
- Dependable Lycoming engine
- Stable low-wing design
Cherokee 180 - PIPER PA-28-180 (N7824W)
1964 Piper Cherokee 180 – reliable and efficient single-engine trainer with seating for four.
Key Features:
- Low-wing trainer
- Four-seat capacity
- Mountain flying capability
Cherokee 180 - PIPER PA-28-180 (N7969W)
1963 Piper Cherokee 180 – trusted general aviation trainer with 180 horsepower Lycoming engine.
Key Features:
- Four-seat trainer
- Proven safety record
- Stable for IFR and VFR operations
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Cherokee 180 - PIPER PA-28-180
1968 Piper Cherokee 180 – a four-seat, single-engine trainer perfect for all levels of flight training.
Piper Aircraft
The Cherokee 180 N6576J is a versatile trainer equipped for private through commercial training. Its balanced performance and forgiving handling make it an excellent choice for pilots in training.
Features & Avionics
- Four-seat cabin
- Dependable Lycoming engine
- Stable low-wing design
- Perfect for mountain flying
- Dual radios
- Basic IFR instrumentation
- GPS navigation
Equipment
- Four-place intercom
- Standard training configuration
Aircraft
- Engine - Lycoming O-360-A4A (Reciprocating)
- Horse Power - 180 HP
- Gross Weight - 2,400 pounds gross weight
- Speed - Cruise ~107 mph
- Airworthiness - Standard/Normal
Cherokee 180 - PIPER PA-28-180
1964 Piper Cherokee 180 – reliable and efficient single-engine trainer with seating for four.
Piper Aircraft
Cherokee 180 N7824W is a robust aircraft offering consistent performance for student pilots. A dependable platform for training in both VFR and IFR conditions.
Features & Avionics
- Low-wing trainer
- Four-seat capacity
- Mountain flying capability
- Updated avionics panel
- GPS navigation
- IFR-capable instruments
Equipment
- Modern intercom system
- Training-friendly setup
Aircraft
- Engine - Lycoming O-360-A4A (Reciprocating)
- Horse Power - 180 HP
- Gross Weight - 2,400lbs gross weight
- Speed - Cruise ~107 mph
- Airworthiness - Standard/Normal
Cherokee 180 - PIPER PA-28-180
1963 Piper Cherokee 180 – trusted general aviation trainer with 180 horsepower Lycoming engine.
Piper Aircraft
The Cherokee 180 N7969W is one of our cornerstone training aircraft, perfectly suited for accelerated courses and mountain flying lessons.
Features & Avionics
- Four-seat trainer
- Proven safety record
- Stable for IFR and VFR operations
- IFR training instruments
- Dual comm radios
- GPS
Equipment
- Four-place intercom
- Comfortable seating
Aircraft
- Engine - Lycoming O-360-A4A (Reciprocating)
- Horse Power - 180 HP
- Gross Weight - 2,400lbs gross weight
- Speed - Cruise ~107 mph
- Airworthiness - Standard/Normal
General
Frequently Asked Questions
- Our fleet consists of well-maintained Piper Cherokee 180 aircraft. These planes are known for their stability, reliability, and forgiving flight characteristics, making them perfect for students at every level of training.
- The Piper Cherokee 180 is an excellent balance of performance, safety, and cost-effectiveness. With 180 horsepower, a low-wing design, and stable handling, it’s ideal for both beginner pilots and advanced mountain flying instruction.
- All aircraft are maintained in-house by our experienced team, including instructors who also hold FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) mechanic certifications. This ensures every plane in our fleet is kept in peak condition for safety and performance.
- Yes, our Cherokee 180s are equipped with the avionics necessary for both VFR and IFR training. Students can confidently train for Private, Instrument, and Commercial ratings using our fleet.
- Each Piper Cherokee 180 seats four people (including the pilot). For training, it’s typically flown with one student and one instructor, but it’s also capable of carrying passengers on cross-country flights once licensed.
- No, our focus is on real-world flight training in actual aircraft. While we provide ground training tools and materials, the Cherokee 180 fleet is the core of our hands-on instruction. For IFR practice, students fly in properly equipped training aircraft.
- Yes! Discovery Flights are flown in our Piper Cherokee 180s, allowing prospective students to experience firsthand the same aircraft they’ll use for their training. It’s a great way to get comfortable in the cockpit.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact us.
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