Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 Model Guide
Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 · Model Guide
Overview
The Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 is a pressurized twin-turboprop built 1984-1992, seating 6 to 11. Piper's records list it as the PA-42-1000 (Cheyenne IV), later renamed 400LS; 44 were built. The figures below come from the 400LS spec sheet, so check them against your aircraft's own handbook.
- Spec sheet (400LS, PA-42-1000): two Garrett TPE 331-14 engines, each flat rated at 1000 hp, and a 12,050 lbs max takeoff weight.
- At max cruise power the spec sheet gives 351 kts TAS at 24,000 ft and 334 kts at 35,000 ft; service ceiling is 41,000+ ft.
- Check the Nichols 1H75-6 de-ice regulator date codes and the aileron hinge bracket AD (Piper SB 967) before you buy.
- Cheyenne cockpits and cabins have been called small, cramped and dark, and the line still carries a reputation stigma.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 50 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
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Specifications
- Height (ft) ·
- 17
- Length (ft) ·
- 43.4
- Wing span (ft) ·
- 47.7
- Cabin width (in) ·
- 51
- Cabin height (in) ·
- 56
- Cabin length (in) ·
- 275
- Usable fuel (gal) ·
- 570
- Engine power hp each ·
- 1,000
Performance
- Range 2 pax (nm) ·
- 1,821
- Range 8 pax (nm) ·
- 1,234
- Service ceiling (ft) ·
- 41,000
- Takeoff ground run (ft) ·
- 1,425
- Landing ground roll (ft) ·
- 1,090
- Climb rate two engine (fpm) ·
- 3,242
- Max cruise speed 24000ft (kt) ·
- 351
- Max cruise speed 35000ft (kt) ·
- 334
V-speeds
- LIFTOFF_SPEED_KTS ·
- 107
- APPROACH_SPEED_KTS ·
- 105
- DECISION_SPEED_KTS ·
- 104
- STALL_SPEED_CLEAN_KTS ·
- 93
- STALL_SPEED_FLAPS_30_GEAR_DOWN_KTS ·
- 84
Weight & balance
- Useful load (lb) ·
- 4,570
- Empty weight (lb) ·
- 7,565
- Max ramp weight (lb) ·
- 12,135
- Max usable fuel (lb) ·
- 3,819
- Baggage limit each (lb) ·
- 300
- Max landing weight (lb) ·
- 11,100
- Max takeoff weight (lb) ·
- 12,050
- Max zero fuel weight (lb) ·
- 10,000
How many Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 aircraft were built?
The Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 appears in Piper's production table as the PA 42-1000, Cheyenne IV (400), with 44 built. The registry lists the production years as 1984 to 1992.
How far can the Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 fly?
On the 400LS spec sheet, the Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 covers 1234 nm with 8 passengers and 1821 nm with 2 at max cruise power at 35,000 ft. Long range power at 41,000 ft gives up to 2176 nm with 2 passengers.
Is the Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 the same as the 400LS?
Yes, per the sources. The Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 was certified as the Cheyenne IV, then renamed 400LS, and the AD and STC documents list it as the PA-42-1000. Confirm your serial number against the paperwork.
What is the Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 Model Guide?
The Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 Model Guide is a model guide for the Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400, dated 2026.
What year was the Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 Model Guide published?
The Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 Model Guide — the Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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Weights, fuel and cabin
Max ramp weight is 12,135 lbs, takeoff 12,050 lbs, landing 11,100 lbs and zero fuel 10,000 lbs. Standard empty weight is 7565 lbs, which leaves 4570 lbs useful load. Usable fuel is 570 US gal. The cabin is 275 in long, 51 in wide and 56 in high. Front and rear baggage compartments each take 300 lbs.
Performance in brief
Range at max cruise power at 35,000 ft is 1234 nm with 8 passengers and 1821 nm with 2. Takeoff ground run is 1425 ft at 12,050 lbs, and landing ground roll without reverse is 1090 ft. Pressurization at 7.6 PSI differential holds an 8000 ft cabin at 35,000 ft.
Propeller upgrade and records
MT-Propeller STC SA03487AT swaps the four-blade Dowty Rotol props for five-blade composite props. The maker claims about 5% shorter takeoff over 50 ft, about 5 kts more cruise and about 52 lbs less weight. If fitted, ask for the STC paperwork and the AFM supplement.
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Safety notes
- Nichols 1H75-6 de-ice pressure regulators with date codes 1AE to 7AV may not hold the 16 PSI minimum; Service Letter 62 made inspection mandatory.
- The aileron AD calls for dye-penetrant checks at the inboard hinge brackets per Piper SB 967, repeated at intervals not over 100 hours until the improved brackets are fitted.
- The NZ AD schedule also lists the nose baggage door (DCA/PA42/6A) and icing flight manual revisions; confirm all FAA ADs are complied with.
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Full document text
Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 Model Guide The Piper PA-42 Cheyenne 400 is a pressurized twin-turboprop built 1984-1992, seating 6 to 11. Piper's records list it as the PA-42-1000 (Cheyenne IV), later renamed 400LS; 44 were built. The figures below come from the 400LS spec sheet, so check them against your aircraft's own handbook. • Spec sheet (400LS, PA-42-1000): two Garrett TPE 331-14 engines, each flat rated at 1000 hp, and a 12,050 lbs max takeoff weight. • At max cruise power the spec sheet gives 351 kts TAS at 24,000 ft and 334 kts at 35,000 ft; service ceiling is 41,000+ ft. • Check the Nichols 1H75-6 de-ice regulator date codes and the aileron hinge bracket AD (Piper SB 967) before you buy. • Cheyenne cockpits and cabins have been called small, cramped and dark, and the line still carries a reputation stigma. Weights, fuel and cabin Max ramp weight is 12,135 lbs, takeoff 12,050 lbs, landing 11,100 lbs and zero fuel 10,000 lbs. Standard empty weight is 7565 lbs, which leaves 4570 lbs useful load. Usable fuel is 570 US gal. The cabin is 275 in long, 51 in wide and 56 in high. Front and rear baggage compartments each take 300 lbs. Performance in brief Range at max cruise power at 35,000 ft is 1234 nm with 8 passengers and 1821 nm with 2. Takeoff ground run is 1425 ft at 12,050 lbs, and landing ground roll without reverse is 1090 ft. Pressurization at 7.6 PSI differential holds an 8000 ft cabin at 35,000 ft. Propeller upgrade and records MT-Propeller STC SA03487AT swaps the four-blade Dowty Rotol props for five-blade composite props. The maker claims about 5% shorter takeoff over 50 ft, about 5 kts more cruise and about 52 lbs less weight. If fitted, ask for the STC paperwork and the AFM supplement. Safety notes: • Nichols 1H75-6 de-ice pressure regulators with date codes 1AE to 7AV may not hold the 16 PSI minimum; Service Letter 62 made inspection mandatory. • The aileron AD calls for dye-penetrant checks at the inboard hinge brackets per Piper SB 967, repeated at intervals not over 100 hours until the improved brackets are fitted. • The NZ AD schedule also lists the nose baggage door (DCA/PA42/6A) and icing flight manual revisions; confirm all FAA ADs are complied with.