This 2006 Piper PA-32R-301T Saratoga II HP Is a Speedy, People-Moving ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick

Aviation’s answer to large luxury SUV features six seats and 300 hp engine.

Jonathan Welsh

Monday, October 19, 2026 at 11:15 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

2006 Piper PA-32R-301T Saratoga II HP [Credit: Aerista]

Key Takeaways:

The article features a 2006 Piper Saratoga II HP as "Today's Top Pick" from Aircraft For Sale, chosen for its unique qualities and comfort.
This six-place aircraft is highlighted for its spacious cabin with club seating, offering a comfortable, "living-room feel" ideal for long-distance family and friends travel.
It is a capable cross-country specialist equipped with modern avionics like Avidyne Entegra and dual IFD-440 navigators, TKS ice protection, and factory air conditioning, available for $394,900.

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Each day, the team at Aircraft For Sale picks an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, represents a good deal, or has other interesting qualities. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily.

Today’s Top Pick is a 2006 Piper Saratoga II HP.

When pilots start thinking about purchasing an airplane, often one of the first things that comes to mind is the prospect of taking wonderful airborne journeys with family and friends to distant destinations beyond the reasonable range of a road trip. While passengers are sure to appreciate the time-saving speed and efficiency of traveling in a light aircraft, most pilots know that comfort is what keeps them happy.

The Saratoga is known for its spacious interior. [Credit: Aerista]

The aircraft for sale today is the epitome of comfort. Piper Saratogas have long been known for their spacious cabins with club seating that provides a familiar, relaxed living-room feel that immediately makes everyone on board wonder how they ever tolerated airline economy class. Smooth, stable flight characteristics help everyone enjoy the voyage while focusing on the passing scenery.

As the pilot of this six-place, cross-country specialist, you might have to accept comparisons of your airplane to a large, luxury SUV. Try to remember that the folks in the cabin consider this a compliment. Then focus on impressing them with your best landing.

This 2006 Saratoga II HP has 1,610 hours on the airframe, 600 hours since overhaul on its Lycoming IO-540-AH1A engine, and 550 hours since new on its Hartzell three-blade aluminum propeller. The aircraft’s empty weight is 2,637 pounds.

This late-model Saratoga has an up-to-date panel. [Credit: Aerista]

The panel features Avidyne Entegra EX5000 PFD and MFD, dual Avidyne IFD-440 navigators, Garmin GMA 340 audio panel, and GTX 345 transponder with ADS-B In and Out. Additional equipment includes a built-in oxygen system, TKS ice protection system, factory air conditioning, Whelen LED beacon, Sky-Tec starter and Reiff engine preheater,

Pilots looking for a powerful, capable and comfortable, six-place aircraft for family travel or business pursuits should consider this 2006 Piper Saratoga II HP, which is available for $394,900 on AircraftForSale.

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