£224,432
Aircraft Location:Fort Worth, Texas, USA
Seller Information
View Seller InformationAviano Aircraft Company
Contact:Clinton Pye
Phone:(972) 273-9606
Fort Worth, Texas, USA
General
Year
2000
Manufacturer
Model
Serial Number
18280832
Registration #
N78WE
Condition
Used
FlightRules
IFR
Based at
DTO
Description
This aircraft has just 3,510 hours total time, making it a great option for buyers looking for a well-maintained, lower-time example. It features the desirable 260 HP Alamo engine conversion, delivering strong performance and improved climb capability.
The panel is equipped with a Garmin GNX 375 WAAS GPS / ADS-B transponder combo, providing modern navigation capability and full ADS-B compliance. It also includes a JPI EDM-730 engine monitor for accurate engine data and added peace of mind in flight.
Overall, this is a solid, well-equipped aircraft with upgraded performance and useful avionics.
Airframe
Total Time
3,510
Fuel Capacity Volume
333.12 L
Complete Logs
Yes
Engine
Engine 1 Make/Model
LYCOMING IO-540-D4B5
Engine Serial Number
L-38280-48E
Engine Horsepower
193.88 kW
Engine 1 Time
811 SNEW
Engine TBO
2200
Aftermarket Engine STC
Yes
Year Engine Overhauled or Installed as New
2023
Engine Specs
***Air Plains Alamo 260 HP Conversion. (2200TBO)***
Props
Prop Manufacturer
MCCAULEY
Prop Model
B3D36C431
Prop Time
1452 SMOH
Number of Blades
3
Blade Composition
Aluminum
Modifications/Conversions
Modifications/Conversions
Air Plains Alamo 260 HP Conversion. (2200TBO)
Avionics
Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model
GARMIN GNX375
ADS-B Equipped
Yes
WAAS
Yes
LPV
Yes
Engine Monitor
Yes
Avionics/Radios
• King KMA 20 Audio Panel
• Garmin GNX375 WAAS GPS/ ADSB Transponder
• King KX155A NAV/COMM 1
• King KX155A NAV/COMM 2
• King KMA82 ADF
• King KAP 140 Auto Pilot
• JPI EDM 730 Engine Monitor
• King 55A HSI
• BFG StormScope
Additional Equipment
Additional Equipment
• Air Plains Alamo 260HP Engine Conversion
• Davtron Digital Voltmeter
• Slaved HSI
• Co-Pilots Attitude Indicator
• Hobbs Meter
• 406Mhz ELT
• Vernier Mixture and Prop Controls
Exterior
Year Painted
2000
Exterior
The aircraft is painted in Matterhorn White with Royal Gold, Dark Green, and Black stripes. The paint was completed in 2000 and still shows well overall. It has a good shine and presents nicely on the ramp. The striping is clean and gives the aircraft a classic look. Overall, the exterior is in good condition for its age.
Interior
Year Interior
2000
Number of Seats
4
Configuration
Passenger
Interior
The interior is original from 2000 and features gray leather seating throughout. It shows well overall, with some normal wear consistent with age. The leather is in nice condition and presents cleanly. Overall, it’s a good, solid interior for its vintage.
Inspection Status
Inspection Status
Annual Completed November 2025
Airworthy
Yes
Service Logs

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