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Piper PA-28R Arrow IV Model Guide

Piper PA-28R Arrow IV · Model Guide

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Overview

The Piper PA-28R Arrow IV is a four-seat, single-engine piston airplane with retractable gear, built from 1979 to 1982. The supplied documents mostly cover related Arrow variants (PA-28R-201 checklists and the original 180 hp Cherokee Arrow handbook). Check every figure against the POH for the specific airplane you are buying.

  • Four seats, piston single, built 1979-1982. Retractable gear means a gear-up landing is a real risk, so check the gear system closely.
  • PA-28R-201 Arrow speeds: Vy 90 KIAS gear up, gear extended limit 129 KIAS, gear retraction limit 107 KIAS.
  • Safety data: 72 percent of PA-28R accidents were pilot-caused, and most serious ones came in the first 100 hours in type.
  • The original 1967 Cherokee Arrow handbook lists a 180 hp fuel-injected Lycoming and 2,500 lb gross weight. Do not assume these apply to the Arrow IV.

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Reference only, not for flight. Use the current approved manual for your aircraft. See terms, section 5.

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Type
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Model Guide
Year
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2026
File size
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50 KB
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sprinkle.com

Specifications & performance

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Specifications

Seats
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4
Last year
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1,982
First year
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1,979

V-speeds

NORMAL_ROTATION_KTS
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75
MAX_FLAPS_EXTENDED_KTS
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103
MAX_LANDING_GEAR_EXTENDED_KTS
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129
BEST_RATE_OF_CLIMB_GEAR_UP_KTS
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90
BEST_ANGLE_OF_CLIMB_GEAR_UP_KTS
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78
MAX_LANDING_GEAR_RETRACTION_KTS
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107
BEST_RATE_OF_CLIMB_GEAR_DOWN_KTS
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78
BEST_ANGLE_OF_CLIMB_GEAR_DOWN_KTS
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72
About this document
How many people does the Piper PA-28R Arrow IV carry?

The Piper PA-28R Arrow IV is listed as a four-seat airplane, with seats_min and seats_max both 4. Weigh the airplane and check fuel, baggage and weight and balance before every flight.

What are the key gear speeds on the Piper PA-28R Arrow IV?

The documents for the related PA-28R-201 Arrow give a gear extended limit of 129 KIAS and a gear retraction limit of 107 KIAS. Verify these against the Piper PA-28R Arrow IV POH.

How safe is the Piper PA-28R Arrow IV type?

The insurer booklet for the Arrow family reports about seven accidents per 100,000 hours, mostly minor. It says 72 percent of PA-28R accidents were caused by the pilot, so training and proficiency matter. This is family data, not specific to the Piper PA-28R Arrow IV.

What is the Piper PA-28R Arrow IV Model Guide?

The Piper PA-28R Arrow IV Model Guide is a model guide for the Piper PA-28R Arrow IV, dated 2026.

What year was the Piper PA-28R Arrow IV Model Guide published?

The Piper PA-28R Arrow IV Model Guide — the Piper PA-28R Arrow IV model guide on file — is dated 2026.

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Speeds and limits (PA-28R-201 documents)

Normal rotation is 75 KIAS and climb-out is 90 KIAS. Vx is 78 KIAS gear up and 72 gear down. Flaps extended limit is 103 KIAS, VNO is 146, and VNE is 183. Maneuvering speed is 118 KIAS at 2,750 lbs. Demonstrated crosswind is 17 kts. Confirm against your airplane's own POH.

Pre-buy and preflight checks

Check for fuel and oil leaks, and that oil reads 6 to 8 qts. Check the main gear strut, tires and brakes, and the alternator belt tension. Drain the pitot and static lines and fuel sumps. At run-up, magneto drop should not exceed 175 rpm, with no more than 50 rpm between magnetos. Test alternate air, and confirm three green gear lights.

Systems to inspect

The Cherokee-series review describes a vacuum system that powers the attitude indicator and directional gyro, plus a pitot-static system with alternate static air. On the older 'classic' PA-28 electrical system, the review says a battery older than 3-5 years will likely fail a load test. Ask for vacuum pump, alternator and battery history.

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Safety notes

  • With the battery master off, the landing gear cannot be retracted. In an emergency landing with gear down, shut off fuel, mixture, ignition and electrics.
  • Engine power loss: hold at least 79 KIAS, switch tanks, electric fuel pump on, mixture rich, alternate air open. Slow to 72 KIAS for the shortest landing.
  • More than 60 percent of serious PA-28 accidents happened in the first 100 hours of time in type. Plan transition training.

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Full document text

Piper PA-28R Arrow IV Model Guide The Piper PA-28R Arrow IV is a four-seat, single-engine piston airplane with retractable gear, built from 1979 to 1982. The supplied documents mostly cover related Arrow variants (PA-28R-201 checklists and the original 180 hp Cherokee Arrow handbook). Check every figure against the POH for the specific airplane you are buying. • Four seats, piston single, built 1979-1982. Retractable gear means a gear-up landing is a real risk, so check the gear system closely. • PA-28R-201 Arrow speeds: Vy 90 KIAS gear up, gear extended limit 129 KIAS, gear retraction limit 107 KIAS. • Safety data: 72 percent of PA-28R accidents were pilot-caused, and most serious ones came in the first 100 hours in type. • The original 1967 Cherokee Arrow handbook lists a 180 hp fuel-injected Lycoming and 2,500 lb gross weight. Do not assume these apply to the Arrow IV. Speeds and limits (PA-28R-201 documents) Normal rotation is 75 KIAS and climb-out is 90 KIAS. Vx is 78 KIAS gear up and 72 gear down. Flaps extended limit is 103 KIAS, VNO is 146, and VNE is 183. Maneuvering speed is 118 KIAS at 2,750 lbs. Demonstrated crosswind is 17 kts. Confirm against your airplane's own POH. Pre-buy and preflight checks Check for fuel and oil leaks, and that oil reads 6 to 8 qts. Check the main gear strut, tires and brakes, and the alternator belt tension. Drain the pitot and static lines and fuel sumps. At run-up, magneto drop should not exceed 175 rpm, with no more than 50 rpm between magnetos. Test alternate air, and confirm three green gear lights. Systems to inspect The Cherokee-series review describes a vacuum system that powers the attitude indicator and directional gyro, plus a pitot-static system with alternate static air. On the older 'classic' PA-28 electrical system, the review says a battery older than 3-5 years will likely fail a load test. Ask for vacuum pump, alternator and battery history. Safety notes: • With the battery master off, the landing gear cannot be retracted. In an emergency landing with gear down, shut off fuel, mixture, ignition and electrics. • Engine power loss: hold at least 79 KIAS, switch tanks, electric fuel pump on, mixture rich, alternate air open. Slow to 72 KIAS for the shortest landing. • More than 60 percent of serious PA-28 accidents happened in the first 100 hours of time in type. Plan transition training.

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