The Piper 31T (ICAO type PAY1) is an aircraft of United States origin, certificated in the Normal category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 5,000 kg. It offers a maximum range of 1,400 nm, a cruise speed of 236 knots, a service ceiling of 32,500 ft and seating for up to 8 across its variants.

Piper 31T

PAY1

Photo via Wikipedia: Piper PA-31T Cheyenne

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MTOW

5,000 kg

Range

1,400 nm

Seats

31T

Piper · 31T

Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built: 429
Active: 422
Origin: United States

Certifying authorities

FAA

Market

Comparable listings

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$339,900

N954K · 2000 · 2,469 hrs

$399,900

Marketplace

18 for sale right now

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1976 Piper Cheyenne II

6,470 hrBrookville, USA

Price on requestListed 1mo ago

Listed via aso.com

A side view of the 1978 Piper Cheyenne I on the runway.

9 photos

1978 Piper Cheyenne I with Blackhawk -135A Engines

N500MY6,790 hrUS

Price on requestListed 2mo ago

Listed via globalplanesearch.com

A white and dark grey twin-engine turboprop aircraft with red pinstripes, tail number N444CY, is being towed on an airport tarmac under a clear blue sky.

8 photos

1984 Piper Cheyenne IIIA

9,300 hrSavannah, USA

Price on requestListed 2mo ago

Listed via hangar67.com

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Variants

Per-variant specifications

Variant	Engine	MTOW	Range	Cruise	Pax
PA-31T PA-31T	—	3,100–5,000 kg	880–1,400 nm	183–236 kt	6–8
PA-31T1 PA-31T1	—	3,100–5,000 kg	880 nm	183–236 kt	6–8
PA-31T2 PA-31T2	—	—	—	—	—
PA-31T3 PA-31T3	—	3,100 kg	880–950 nm	173–183 kt	8–11

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Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS A8EA · Rev 25 · issued 2013-07-30

Category: Normal
MTOW: 3,266 kg
MZFW: 3,042 kg
Seats: 6 passengers
Fuel: 1,135 L
Ceiling: 24,000 ft

Approved fuel100100LL

Engine

Two Lycoming TIO-LTIO-540V2AD

Certification basis

FAR 23.75(a) and 23.77 as amended by Amendment 23-7, effective September 14, 1969, and FAR 23.145, 23.161, 23.173, and 23.175 as amended by Amendment 23-14, effective December 20,…

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Safety & ops history

Where to look next

Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.

Piper 31T market & fleet intelligence

Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Piper 31T fleet — updated daily.

Fleet age

46 yearsmedian age

70s

80s

90s

Of the 295 registered Piper 31T with a known build year (69% of the 429 we track), the median age is 46 years.

Registration activity

10changed registration in 12 months

10 of the 429 registered Piper 31T we track changed registration in the last 12 months (2% of the fleet), across 10 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.

Fleet activity — last 90 days

Aircraft seen flying: 30
Tracked flights: 38
Tracked flight hours: 83
Share of fleet flying: 7%

30 Piper 31T were tracked flying in the last 90 days (7% of the registered fleet), across 38 flights. Sprinkle flight tracking began May 2026; coverage is ADS-B-derived and not exhaustive.

For sale now

18Piper 31T listed for sale

$53Kmedian $995K$1.5M

Asking prices from $53K to $1.5M, typically $868K–$1.1M — based on 16 USD asking prices on Sprinkle, not an appraisal.

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Piper 31T manuals & documents

21 documents for the Piper 31T — Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Maintenance Manual · Service Bulletins · Weight & Balance · Specifications · Other Documents · Supplemental Type Certificate · Airworthiness Directives · Emergency Procedures. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

Overview

Piper PA-31T Cheyenne II Pilot's Operating Handbook · 1993

This document serves as the Pilot's Operating Handbook for the Piper PA-31T Cheyenne II, detailing the aircraft's specifications, operational procedures, and safety considerations. It is intended for pilots and aviation enthusiasts who operate or are interested in this high-performance turboprop twin. The handbook covers critical aspects such as engine specifications, climb rates, cruise speeds, and operational limitations, as well as insights into the aircraft's design history and handling characteristics. The Cheyenne II is recognized for its speed and efficiency, making it a competitive option in the turboprop market. However, it also highlights the importance of proper training and adherence to operational guidelines to ensure safety and performance.

Maximum cruise speed: 283 KTAS
Climb rate: 2,800 feet per minute
Engine power: 620 shp per engine
Minimum climb speed: 120 KIAS
Climb power limitation: 500 shp

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Pilot's Operating Handbook

Checklist

Maintenance Manual

Service Bulletins

Weight & Balance

Specifications

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31T — frequently asked

What is the range of the Piper 31T?

The Piper 31T has a maximum range of 1,400 nautical miles across variants.

How many people can the Piper 31T carry?

The Piper 31T seats up to 8 across its variants.

What is the MTOW of the Piper 31T?

The Piper 31T's maximum take-off weight is 5,000 kg.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Piper 31T?

The Piper 31T's ICAO type designator is PAY1.

How many Piper 31T aircraft are registered worldwide?

Sprinkle tracks 429 registered Piper 31T airframes worldwide.

Registered 31T aircraft

Individual 31T airframes by tail number — registration history, operator and lineage.

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