N266W - 1960 PIPER COMANCHE 250

1960

PIPER

COMANCHE 250

24-1923

N266W

Used

IFR

KARA

1960 Piper PA-24-250 Comanche, known for its speed, stability, and efficiency. Powered by a 250-horsepower Lycoming O-540 engine paired with a McCauley 72-inch three-blade constant-speed propeller, this aircraft delivers cruise speeds of 160+ knots while burning just 10–14 gallons per hour depending on power setting. With a maximum takeoff weight of 2,800 pounds, an empty weight of 1,744 pounds, and a useful load of 1,056 pounds, the Comanche offers excellent payload flexibility. The fuel system provides 60 gallons total with 56 gallons usable, supported by an engine-driven pump and auxiliary electric boost pump, and the 200-pound baggage compartment ensures plenty of space for travel. Contact Beau, the Director of Maintenance, at for more information about this airplane. This Comanche has been modernized with a professional avionics suite that blends reliability with cutting-edge functionality. Highlights include dual Garmin G5 electronic flight instruments providing attitude, airspeed, altimeter, turn coordination, directional gyro, and HSI functions; a Garmin GNS530 all-in-one GPS/Nav/Comm for navigation and communication; and a Garmin GDL50 portable ADS-B receiver for situational awareness. A Trio ProPilot two-axis autopilot (STC-approved for the PA-24) with Auto-Recover ensures stable, reliable cross-country flying, while the JP Instruments EDM-700 engine monitor individually tracks all six-cylinder CHT and EGT values, plus system voltage, giving the pilot real-time insight into engine health. Additional equipment includes the Electronics International FP-5L fuel flow and horsepower instrument with FT-90 transducer and the Electronics International SC-5 Super Clock, rounding out a cockpit designed for both precision and convenience. Beyond avionics, the aircraft retains the hallmark Comanche systems: a retractable tricycle landing gear system with electric actuation and manual extension, hydraulic disc brakes with mechanically linked parking brake, and a reliable 12-volt, 35-amp electrical system feeding primary and secondary buses. This aircraft has been professionally maintained, remains hangared, and is offered with complete logbooks. Oil has been consistently maintained with Phillips 66 Victory Aviation 100AW, with oil consumption averaging 0.25–0.35 quarts per hour. Last annual performed November 14, 2024, engine compressions were: #1 78/80, #2 75/80, #3 78/80, #4 77/80, #5 77/80, #6 78/80. To ease transition into ownership, the seller is including free dual instruction to meet insurance checkout requirements, ensuring the new owner can take delivery and fly with confidence. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-equipped, high-performance Comanche 250 with a modern panel, strong performance, and excellent pedigree. Few aircraft in this class offer this combination of speed, efficiency, avionics capability, and turnkey training support.

6830.4

2,800 lb

Yes

Yes

LYCOMING

O-540-A1A5

250 HP

2177.7

SMOH

2200

Last annual performed November 14, 2024, engine compressions were: #1 78/80, #2 75/80, #3 78/80, #4 77/80, #5 77/80, #6 78/80.

3

Aluminum