1969 Piper PA-30 Turbo Twin Comanche C

Description

Fast, efficient and remarkably versatile, G-BZRO is a beautifully flying example of one of Piper s great touring twins equally at home operating from shorter airfields or heading away on a long-distance international trip.The aircraft combines the excellent handling and efficiency for which the Twin Comanche is known with Rajay turbo-normalised Lycoming IO-320-C1A engines, long-range fuel, oxygen and a comprehensive IFR avionics fit.Typical cruise is approximately 150 160 kt, with around 1,100 nm range and total fuel capacity of 120 USG. Combined cruise fuel consumption is approximately 16.5 USG/hr.AirframeYear: 1969Model: Piper PA-30C Turbo Twin ComancheRegistration: G-BZROTotal Time: Approx. 4,418 hoursG-BZRO is the later C-model, with additional rear cabin windows and provision for two additional seats in the extended rear cabin/baggage area.The aircraft has four conventional cabin seats, with two additional removable rear seats included, allowing a six-seat configuration where weight and balance permit.Notable modifications and equipment include:External LED lightsWingtip tanks120 USG total fuel capacityKnots2U wing-root fairingsKnots2U flap-gap sealsLoPresti flap-track fairingsSmaller nosewheel modificationSingle-piece windscreenTwin alternator conversionHartzell Q-tip propellersEmergency electrical backupEnginesEngine Type: 2 Lycoming IO-320-C1APower: 160 hp eachFuel System: Fuel injectedTurbo Installation: Rajay turbo-normalisedLeft Engine: Approx. 170 hours SMOHZero-time overhaul by Nicholson McLaren Aviation in July 2020. The left turbocharger was also overhauled during the engine work.Right Engine: Approx. 2,168 hours total time / 170 hours STOHFull top-end overhaul by Nicholson McLaren Aviation in July 2020. The right turbocharger was inspected during the engine work.Turbo hoses were replaced in 2025 with modern Aeroquip PTFE/fire-sleeved assemblies.The Rajay system maintains manifold pressure as altitude increases, providing an excellent combinat