PIPER PA-42 CHEYENNE (400LS)
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Developed from the Cheyenne I, II and III, the Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400LS is a seven-passenger turboprop built to compete against the popular Citation I.
About this aircraft
- The PA-42-1000 Cheyenne IV was certified in 1984 and quickly became known as the PA-42 Cheyenne 400LS as it could fly faster than 400 mph.
- The Cheyenne 400LS is typically configured for up to seven passengers. A further passenger can be seated in the cockpit with a single pilot if the aircraft is owned, but this option isn’t available for charters.
- Depending on passenger numbers, the Cheyenne 400LS can fly nonstop from London to Cannes or New York to Atlanta.
- Production of the Cheyenne 400LS ceased in 1991.
Often overlooked, despite being faster than a Citation I and able to carry eight passengers further than a King Air 200, the Piper Cheyenne 400LS is an ideal charter option for both business and leisure.
Interior design
The cabin is typically configured to seat seven passengers, with a four-seat club arrangement and three additional seats in the rear.
Below is a typical layout found on a Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400LS.
Interesting facts to learn before you fly
- The 400LS made aviation history on 16 April 1985, setting two new time-to-climb records for its class (C-1e Group 2, 3000m and 9,000m) and shattering two time-to-climb records for all turboprops (6,000m and 12,000m).
Technological features
The Piper Cheyenne 400LS is powered by two Honeywell TPE 331-14 engines with 1,000 shaft horsepower each. The original aircraft featured Collins Aerospace avionics such as the FCB 65 five-tube electronic flight instrument system, FCB 65 flight director, and APS 65 autopilot system. Some aircraft have been retrofitted with newer systems.
History
The Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400LS has its origins in the PA-31T Cheyennes I and II. A larger derivative, the PA-42 Cheyenne, was created in 1979. The Cheyenne III followed in 1980 with a PT6A-41 turboprop engine.
Wanting to develop an aircraft that could compete with the Cessna Citation I, Piper stayed away from a clean-sheet design and instead updated the Cheyenne III with Honeywell TPE331 engines. The PA-42-1000 Cheyenne IV received certification in 1984 and deliveries began soon after, with Piper quickly renaming it the Cheyenne 400LS for its ability to fly faster than 400 mph. Production continued until 1991.
Manufacturer
Piper Aircraft began as Taylor Brothers Aircraft Manufacturing Company, founded by Clarence and Gordon Taylor in 1927. After going bankrupt, the business was bought by engineer William Piper and renamed the Piper Aircraft Corporation in 1937.
Piper went from strength to strength and was later sold to the Bangor Punta Corporation. In 1972, the company opened a factory in Florida after a hurricane flooded its Pennsylvania site, destroying about 100 aircraft and causing an estimated $23 million in damage.
Increasing insurance premiums caused sales of American light aircraft to slump in the mid-1980s, leading Piper to file for bankruptcy again. The company later relaunched, partnering with Honda in 2006 to market the HA-420 HondaJet. Today, Piper is owned by the Brunei government and based at Florida’s Vero Beach Regional Airport.
Cost
Depending on factors like age and condition, the price for a used Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 is approximately $1.3 million (USD).
Charter rates
Charter rates for the Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400LS vary depending on the length of your journey and the airports you’re flying in and out of.
If you’d like to charter a Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400LS,
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Wet lease rates
ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance) wet lease rates for the Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400LS vary depending on the age of the aircraft, lease term length, number of guaranteed block hours and average cycle ratio. Contact us for a personalised quote.
Key Details
•Aircraft Type: Turboprop
•Passengers: Up to 7
•Cruise Speed: 609 KM/H (379 MPH)
•Range: 2650 KM (1646 Miles)
Specifications:
•Luggage Space: 16 ft³
•Enclosed Lavatory: No
•Flight Attendant: No
•Pressurised Cabin: Yes
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Terms and Conditions for Private Aircraft Charter
1.Cancellation and Refund Policy
Once the booking is confirmed, all orders are non-cancellable and non-refundable. Please ensure all travel arrangements are carefully reviewed before making a reservation.
2.Flight Schedule Changes
Requests to change flight times or destinations must be submitted at least 48 hours in advance and are subject to aircraft and crew availability. Changes may incur additional charges.
3.Flight Delays and Cancellations
In the event of delays or cancellations caused by weather, technical issues, or other force majeure events, we will make every effort to reschedule the flight but will not be liable for any additional costs or compensation.
4.Crew Arrangements
All flights are operated by professional crew members. Crew assignments are determined by the company and cannot be changed or adjusted based on passenger requests.
5.Baggage Restrictions
Each aircraft has specific baggage weight and size limits. Please confirm baggage requirements at the time of booking. Excess baggage may incur additional charges or be refused for transport.
6.Passenger Safety and Conduct
All passengers must comply with the instructions of the crew. The company reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who violate safety regulations or disrupt the experience of others.
7.Flight Time and Overtime Charges
If the flight exceeds the scheduled duration, additional charges may apply. These charges will be calculated based on the aircraft type and the length of the delay.
8.Force Majeure
In the event of natural disasters, political unrest, or other force majeure events that prevent the flight from operating as scheduled, we will make every effort to reschedule the flight but will not be responsible for additional costs or liabilities.