| Tail Number / N-Number | N81715 |
| Manufacturer | PIPER |
| Model | PA-28-161 |
| Manufacturer's Serial Number | 28-8016291 |
| Aircraft Type | Fixed wing single engine |
| Category | Land |
| Builder Certification | Type Certificated |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats |
| Weight Class | CLASS 1 (Up to 12,499 pounds gross take off weight) |
| Engine Manufacturer | LYCOMING |
| Engine Model | 0-320 SERIES |
| Engine Type | Reciprocating |
| Number of Engines | 1 engine |
| Horsepower | 180 hp (134 kW) |
| Average Cruising Speed | 108 miles per hour |
| Fractional Ownership | No |
| Airworthiness Classification | Standard |
| Airworthiness Date | 1980-03-03 |
| Last Action Date | 2022-10-29 |
| Status | N-Number assigned, has not been registered and is pending cancellation |
| Mode S Code | 52622766 |
| Mode S Code Hex | AB25F6 |