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Piper Pa-28-181 Archer ll (LV-MJE)

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The Piper PA-28-18 Archer II has a rich history beginning in the 1960s: In 1960, Piper Aircraft designed the PA-28 Cherokee, a precursor to the Archer.

The first flight was on May 14, 1960.

In 1967, the PA-28-18 Archer, powered by the Lycoming O-360-A4M engine, was introduced.

In 1971, the Archer II arrived, powered by a Lycoming O-360-A4N engine.

Between 1967 and 1995, more than 6,000 units of the Archer II were produced. It was a commercial success due to its stability, maneuverability and fuel economy.

It became popular with flight schools and private pilots. The Archer II influenced general aviation, setting standards for light aircraft.

Today, many continue to fly, proving their durability and reliability.

The story of the Piper PA-28-18 Archer II is a testament to innovation and success in aviation.

This plane is very important to me for several reasons. First of all, its design and characteristics fascinate me, it is an airplane that I love. Furthermore, this Piper registration (LV-MJE) takes me back to my first experience on an airplane and the feeling of freedom I experienced when flying, since this is the one I flew on for the first time. For these reasons, this specific plane has great sentimental value for me.

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General Characteristics

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  • Wingspan 43.3ft (13.2m)
  • Length 31.9ft (9.7m)
  • Height 13.3ft (4.1m)
  • Empty Weight 3,726lbs (1,690kg)
  • Loaded Weight 6,132lbs (2,781kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.114
  • Wing Loading 17.0lbs/ft2 (82.8kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 361.7ft2 (33.6m2)
  • Drag Points 3226

Parts

  • Number of Parts 161
  • Control Surfaces 7
  • Performance Cost 517