Notes:

(1) N1142X is new to the CEFS fleet and is undergoing evaluation and familiarization with the CEFS staff.

(2) N1142X is anticipated to be available for training/rental service beginning 1-Jan-2026

General Description:

• 6-Seat.
• Two 6-Cylinder, turbocharged 200 HP fuel injected engine(s), the Continental TSIO-360.
• Variable pitch 3-blade Hartzell propeller(s).
• 165 knot cruise @ 75% power @ 8,500 ft. Service ceiling 26,000 ft.
• Retractable wheels (complex).
• Day/Night VFR/IFR certified.
• A roomy aircraft for complex multi-engine training or instrument certification.
• Good condition 7/10 interior, 7/10 exterior.

Accessories:

• Rosen visors.
• Wired for conventional 2-plug headsets, all seats.

Avionics:

• ADS-B out compliant utilizing a Garmin GTX-330ES with data sourced from the GNS-430W GPS.
• PS Engineering PMA-7000M-S Audio Panel.
• Garmin GNS-430W GPS (3.3"W x 1.8"H screen), subscribed all US (east, central, west)  as NAV1/COM1 coupled to a Bendix-King KCS-55 HSI (VOR/LOC/GS #1).
• Bendix-King KX-155 (NAV/COM 2) coupled to a Bendix-King KI-209 CDI (VOR/LOC/GS #2).
• Bendix-King KT-76 Transponder.
• Narco DME 890

Engine Instruments:

• JPI-EDM-790 Engine(s) monitor.

Specifications:

• 100LL fuel, 92 gal total, 88 useable.
• ~26 gallons/hr fuel burn at 75% power.
• Max Gross Take-off Weight: 4570 lbf.
• Max Gross Landing Weight: 4342 lbf.
• Max empty fuel weight: 4000 lbf. All weight above 4000 lbf must be fuel only.
• Serial number: 34-7570221.

CEFS Pilot Qualifications:

• To receive instruction in N1142X there are stringent Insurance Requirements not typical to the other aircraft in the CEFS fleet.

• For training rental with an Instructor on board the Customer must have as a minimum:
  • An Instrument rating.
  • 500+ total PIC hours in all aircraft.
  • 100+ PIC hours in retractable gear aircraft.
• For solo rental the Customer must have as a minumum:
  • An Instrument rating.
  • 500+ total PIC hours in all aircraft.
  • 100+ PIC hours in retractable gear aircraft.
  • Have not less than 100 hours dual instruction specifically in the Piper Seneca II.
  • Have passed a MEL checkride in the Piper Seneca II with a DPE.

Advantages:

• Fast. A powerful and sleek airplane.
• Multi-engine, complex airplane.
• Retractable landing gear.
• Variable pitch prop(s).
• Heavier airframe, smoother ride.
• Six seat, club seating, center seats face aft. The useful load before any usable fuel is added is 1605 lbf per the weight and balance cert.
• The Seneca II has left rear cargo/passenger doors for easier passenger entry/exit.
• No carburetor or carburetor ice hazard. The TSIO-360 engines are fuel injected and turbocharged for better performance at high density altitude.

Disadvantages:

• No air conditioning.
• No de-ice boots, propeller heating or pilot window heat plate
• No O2 system on board.
• The autopilot is an early version of the Altimatic IIIc. This unit however does feature altitude hold.

To be Determined:

• Determine if the GTX-330ES has (1) Bluetooth connectivity and (2) ADSB-In capability.

Fuel State:

• This aircraft is routinely fueled/refueled to ~60 gal at or before the beginning of the operational day though this is not guaranteed. One must also check the fuel state of the optional fuel tanks located in the aft section of each respective engine nacelle. The Pilot In Command is fully and solely responsible for determining the pre-flight fuel state and weight/balance limits.