PIPER ARCHER WARRIOR

The Piper Archer Warrior refers to the Piper PA-28-161 Warrior III, a four-seat, single-engine, low-wing aircraft widely used as a trainer, known for its stable, predictable handling. It's a variant of the broader PA-28 Cherokee family, distinguished by its tapered wing and 160 horsepower engine, contrasting with the earlier "Hershey bar" wing and lower horsepower of the original Warrior models. The Warrior is characterized by fixed landing gear, a single entry door, and is a direct competitor to the Cessna 172.

Key Features

• Trainer Aircraft:The Warrior is a popular choice for flight training due to its stable, forgiving flight characteristics and low minimum clean speed.
• Low Wing Design:This configuration provides easier access for refueling and allows for better ground effect.
• Four Seats:The aircraft seats four people, with a single door on the co-pilot side.
• Fixed Landing Gear:Fixed gear reduces maintenance complexity but increases drag and fuel consumption.
• Lycoming O-320 Engine:The PA-28-161 Warrior III is powered by a 160 hp Lycoming O-320-D3G engine.
• Tapered Wing:Unlike some earlier PA-28 models, the Warrior features a tapered wing, offering improved aerodynamic performance.

Evolution

• The Warrior evolved from the original Piper PA-28-151 Warrior.
• The PA-28-161 Warrior II was introduced in 1977 with a 160 hp engine.
• The Warrior III variant, launched in the 1990s, introduced a glass cockpit and was marketed as a training aircraft.
• The line was discontinued in 2009 but was brought back into production by new ownership in 2010