Piper Apache Geronimo (PA-23-180)

Piper Apache Geronimo (PA-23-180)

Multi‑engine trainer • Complex • Classic Piper stability

We operate N4462P, a 1962 Piper Apache Geronimo, configured specifically for professional multi-engine training. This aircraft provides honest twin-engine performance, real asymmetric handling, and a practical IFR panel, ideal for pilots seeking a Multi‑Engine Add‑On, Commercial Multi, or ATP‑Multi, or structured time building.

This is a training airplane, not a luxury cruiser—and that’s exactly the point.

This airframe is equipped with retractable landing gear and constant‑speed propellers (complex). High‑performance endorsement not required (≤200 HP/side). 

Aircraft Specifications

Make / Model: Piper PA-23 Apache Geronimo
Year: 1962
Registration: N4462P

Engines:

• (2) Lycoming O-360-A1A

• Normally aspirated, carbureted

Avionics & Panel:

• Modern IFR-ready six-pack

• Garmin GTN 650 GPS/NAV/COM

• Dual COM/NAV radios

• IFR legal and training-appropriate

Interior:

• 5 leather seats

• Clean, functional training layout

Performance & Loading

• Useful Load: ~1,375 lbs

• Fuel Capacity: 100 gallons usable

• Payload with Full Fuel: ~775 lbs (people + baggage)

This loading flexibility allows realistic multi-engine cross-country planning while remaining well within limits—something many light twins cannot do.

Training Use Case

N4462P is intentionally positioned for:

• Multi-Engine Add-On (Private or Commercial)

• MEI Training

• Multi-Engine Time Building

• Multi-Engine Proficiency & Currency

• Realistic Vmc, engine-out, and systems training

You will learn proper power management, checklist discipline, asymmetric aerodynamics, and IFR integration—not button-pushing.

Rental / Training Requirements

• Checkout: Multi‑engine checkout with a Highlands Aero instructor

• Experience to act as PIC:

  • Private Pilot or greater Certificate with Instrument and Multi-Engine ratings. Must be Instrument current.

  • 300 hours total time and,

    • 25 hours in type, or

    • 50 hours multi‑engine and 10 hours in type

• Insurance: Renter’s insurance required

We offer structured transition and insurance‑qualifying training plans.

Rates & Scheduling

• $250/hr (dry) — instructor time additional

• MEI and ATP multi-training available

Ask about block packages and ATP prep bundles.

Why Train Multi at Highlands Aero?

• Structured ME & ATP curriculum with experienced multi‑engine instructors

• Modernized avionics for IFR proficiency

• Affordable twin time without sacrificing capability

• Supportive, community‑focused flight training environment