The Wings over Aquidneck
Piper Cherokee 5904U
04U has been our old and faithful steed since the beginning. She has had the privilege of helping countless aviators earn their wings.
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She is a 1970 Piper Cherokee 140 or a PA28-140 if you want to be full Avgeek about it. This model of Piper originally had 140 horsepower at the initial release, but shortly after they modified the engine to produce 150 and sometimes even 160 horsepower. You could hear them called Cherokee 150s or Cherokee 160s but that is a misnomer because the model is a Cherokee 140 the name doesn't change based on the current engine installation! 04U is the true Hotrod of all the models sporting the 160 hp engine!
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04U is IFR equipped with an AV-30 PFD, Dual Nav-coms, and Bendix-King GPS to meet all of your training needs.
Current Dry Rental Rate: $145/hr
Current Dry Rental Rate: $165/hr
Piper Warrior 122NA
Has served Newport Aviation as a trusted training partner for well over a decade, helping many aviators achieve their dreams in the skies above Aquidneck Island.
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She is a classic 1981 Piper Warrior II, officially known as a PA-28-161 to the Avgeek community. Piper introduced the Warrior II in 1977, featuring the reliable and sturdy 160-horsepower Lycoming O-320 engine. With her semi-tapered wings and iconic stabilator design, she offers exceptional stability and responsive handling, making her a favorite among students and seasoned pilots alike.
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N122NA is IFR equipped with Dual Nav-com radios and a Garmin 530, ready to handle all your training adventures, from Private through Instrument and Commercial certificates, all the way to your CFI and CFII ratings. She's eager to help you take to the skies!