PA-39 — Piper Aircraft PA-39
Fleet & certification
- Built
- 105
- Active
- 96
- Origin
- US
Per-variant specifications
| Variant | Engine | MTOW | Range | Cruise | Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PA30 PA30 | — | 1,600 kg | 1,130 nm | 168 kt | 5 |
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The FAA paperwork
TCDS A1EA · 18 · issued 2011-06-09
The FAA-issued Type Certificate for this model is on file (TCDS A1EA), but we haven't yet extracted the structured spec values.
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Piper Aircraft PA-39 manuals & documents
22 documents for the Piper Aircraft PA-39 — Service Bulletins · Supplemental Type Certificate · Weight And Balance · V Speeds Reference · Wiring Diagram · Performance Data · Type Certificate · Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Maintenance Manual · Systems Description · Other Documents. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.
This document is the service manual for the Piper Twin Comanche, specifically covering the PA-30 and PA-39 models. It provides detailed information on the maintenance, servicing, and operational procedures for these aircraft. The manual includes sections on handling, inspection, structures, surface controls, landing gear, power plants, fuel systems, and electrical systems, among others. It is intended for use by maintenance personnel and technicians who are responsible for the upkeep and repair of the Twin Comanche aircraft. The manual is organized into several sections, each focusing on different aspects of the aircraft, ensuring that users can easily find the information they need for effective maintenance and operation.
- The manual is effective for all PA-30 and PA-39 airplanes, covering serial numbers from 30-1 to 39-155.
- Routine inspections are critical for maintaining airworthiness and should be performed at specified intervals.
- The power plant section provides detailed maintenance procedures for both normally aspirated and turbocharged engines.
- Proper handling and servicing procedures are essential to ensure the longevity and safety of the aircraft.
- The landing gear and brake system section includes troubleshooting guidelines to address common issues.
Service Bulletins
Supplemental Type Certificate
Weight And Balance
V Speeds Reference
Wiring Diagram
Performance Data
Pilot's Operating Handbook
- Piper Twin Comanche Service Manual1998863 pages· 15.2 MB· via docs.northeastcomanche.org
- TWIN COMANCHE PILOT’S OPERATING MANUAL1970155 pages· 8.7 MB· via usaeroflight.net
- Piper Twin Comanche C Owner's Handbook1968104 pages· 6.0 MB· via pipercomanche.info
- Pilot's Operating Handbook for Piper PA-39 Twin Comanche C/R182 pages· 9.5 MB· via jasonblair.net
- Piper PA-39 Twin Comanche C/R Pilot's Operating Handbook294 pages· 5.9 MB· via flighttest.net
Maintenance Manual
Systems Description
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Registered PA-39 aircraft
Individual PA-39 airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.
- N96JN1985
- N8982Y1972
- N8986Y1972
- VH-TDL1972
- N8PX1972
- N8981Y1972
- N9PE1972
- N777FS1972
- VH-RMK1972
- N8971Y1972
- PTIUN1972
- PTILV1972
- VH-SVF1972
- N8967Y1971
- N502DW1971
- N8969Y1971
- N23MG1971
- N230SW1971
- N8955Y1971
- N8956Y1971
- N8938Y1971
- N1956R1971
- N8944Y1971
- N88WW1971
How many Piper Aircraft PA-39 are there?
105 Piper Aircraft PA-39 are on the worldwide civil registry, of which about 96 are active. This counts registered airframes, not total production.
What is the range of the Piper Aircraft PA-39?
The Piper Aircraft PA-39 has a range of about 1,130 nautical miles.
How fast is the Piper Aircraft PA-39?
The Piper Aircraft PA-39 cruises at around 168 knots.
What is the Piper Aircraft PA-39's maximum take-off weight?
The Piper Aircraft PA-39 has a maximum take-off weight of 1,600 kg.
How many seats does the Piper Aircraft PA-39 have?
The Piper Aircraft PA-39 is typically configured for up to 5 occupants.
Is the Piper Aircraft PA-39 type certified?
Yes. The Piper Aircraft PA-39 holds a type certificate; you can read its Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) and what each section means on Sprinkle.



