Piper PA-28 (above 200 hp)

The Piper PA-28 family with engines above 200 hp includes variants such as the PA-28-201T Turbo Arrow, PA-28-236 Dakota, and related models. These aircraft represent the higher end of the PA-28 Cherokee lineage, offering increased cruise speeds and useful load compared to lower-powered siblings. They are widely used for personal transportation, flight training at the instrument and commercial level, and cross-country touring. The PA-28-236 Dakota, introduced in 1978, uses a 235 hp Lycoming O-540 engine and is regarded as one of the most capable non-turbocharged PA-28 variants, with strong climb performance and payload. The turbocharged Arrow variants extend high-altitude cruise capability significantly. These aircraft typically seat four occupants and feature the low-wing, all-metal construction characteristic of the PA-28 series. The retractable-gear Arrow variants (PA-28R) add aerodynamic efficiency, and some models include a T-tail configuration. Production of most high-powered PA-28 variants has ended, though used examples remain in widespread service globally.