N43GG
Piper PA-34-200T Seneca II (Seneca II)
Piper Aircraft
5 Hours
Duration of Flight
870 NM
Range
204 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2004-06-25No flight history available
Flight records for this aircraft have not been tracked yet.
AI Summary
Piper PA-34-200T Seneca II (Seneca II)
Overview
Previously UK-registered as G-ROLA; sold and transferred to the US register on 2004-06-25. Involved in a nose-landing-gear collapse on 2005-09-27 (Humberside).
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Continental TSIO-360-EB (200 lbf each)
- Range: 870 nm
- Cruise: 188 kts
- Seats: 6
- Ceiling: 25000 ft
Operations & Cabin
6-place light-twin executive/utility layout (club or 1+5 typical)
Model & Market Context
This airframe, N43GG, is a 1976-built Piper PA-34-200T Seneca II with serial number 34-7670066 manufactured by Piper Aircraft. The airframe is held by Southern Aircraft Consultancy Inc Trustee (a corporate owner located in the United Kingdom), creating an ownership profile in which a UK-based trustee holds a US-registered asset. The airframe carries a US registration (US) while ownership is based abroad, a relationship that has implications for registry administration and transnational maintenance logistics. Condition and valuation details are not published for this specific aircraft.
The aircraft is configured as a 6-place light-twin executive/utility layout with a cabin arrangement that supports either a club seating plan or a typical 1+5 executive layout. As a light twin, the airframe is suited to short- to mid-range missions consistent with its 870 nm range and 188 kts cruise, operating in roles from executive transport to utility and light charter. Maintenance planning for this airframe reflects its twin Continental TSIO-360-EB engines and 1976 build year, and operator logistics are influenced by the fact that the owner is based in the United Kingdom while the aircraft remains US-registered, a point occasionally noted in registry and crewing arrangements.
The Piper PA-34-200T Seneca II occupies a performance niche as a light twin offering modest cruise speed and useful ceiling for non-pressurized twin operations, leveraging two turbocharged Continental engines for improved climb and high-altitude capability. Buyers and charter operators seeking a six-seat executive/utility platform often compare this type to contemporaneous light twins; demand and resale considerations for this specific airframe will be affected by its 1976 vintage, engine model, and the international ownership/registration profile. Maintenance cycles, parts availability, and corrosion inspections typical for an aircraft of this era are relevant resale and operational considerations.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N43GG | N15HD | N73LW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 34-7670066 | 30-757 | 30-1124 |
| Year Manufactured | 1976 | 1965 | 1966 |
| Duration of Flight | 5 Hours | 7 Hours | N/A |
| Range | 870 NM | 1237 NM | N/A |
| Max Speed | 204 MPH | 182 MPH | N/A |
| Aircraft Class | Under 12,500lbs | Under 12,500lbs | Under 12,500lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 25000 ft | 18000 ft | 18000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 6 | 4 | 4 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |