About the PIPER PA-28R-200
The Piper PA-28R-200, commonly known as the Arrow, is a single-engine, four-seat, light aircraft that epitomizes the blend of practicality and performance in general aviation. Produced by Piper Aircraft, the PA-28R-200 stems from the illustrious PA-28 series, which has been a cornerstone in aviation since its inception in the 1960s. The PA-28R-200 variant debuted in 1969 as a response to the growing demand for a more capable, complex trainer and touring aircraft. It marked the evolution of the Cherokee line by incorporating retractable landing gear and a more powerful 200-horsepower Lycoming IO-360-C1C engine, thus enhancing both performance and efficiency. This aircraft also features a constant-speed propeller, which offers improved aerodynamic efficiency and shorter takeoff distances compared to its fixed-gear counterparts. These enhancements made it conducive for pilots looking to transition to high-performance and complex aircraft, as it provided hands-on experience with systems found in more advanced aircraft while maintaining user-friendly handling characteristics characteristic of the PA-28 series. The Arrow fills a unique niche, serving both as a reliable training platform for aspiring commercial pilots and as a comfortable, capable touring aircraft for personal use. Its relatively low operating costs, coupled with Piper’s renowned build quality, make it an economical yet competent choice for flight schools and individual pilots alike. Over the years, the PA-28R-200 has cultivated a reputation for reliability, ease of maintenance, and excellent handling, setting the standard for aircraft in its class. While newer, more technologically advanced models have since been introduced, the PA-28R-200 remains a venerable aircraft within general aviation, embodying the characteristics that have made Piper Aircraft an enduring name in aviation history.