Piper M Class Is Ready for SAF, Garmin’s PlaneSync

The manufacturer says the M500, M600, and many Meridian models are now able to use the fuel.

Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 11:40 AM ET

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The M600 is ready to use sustainable aviation fuel, as are the M500 and earlier PA-46 Meridian models. [Credit: Jim Barrett]

Key Takeaways:

Piper Aircraft announced that its M500, M600, and Meridian models are now approved by the FAA and EASA to use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) up to a 50/50 blend, without requiring aircraft modifications.
New Garmin PlaneSync capabilities for G3000-equipped M600/SLS models include remote wakeup functionality to check aircraft status (e.g., fuel, battery), enhanced taxi routing, and CAS-based checklists, with certification anticipated in Q2 2023.
Piper experienced strong market demand, delivering 236 aircraft in 2022 (a 14% increase) and projecting continued growth with 265 deliveries in 2023, noting particularly high demand for its M350 model.

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Remote wakeup is just one of the new tools for pilots on new Piper M600 series turboprops—as well as a significant step forward in the airplane’s sustainable future.

Piper Aircraft announced at AERO 2023 this week in Friedrichshafen, Germany, that the M500, M600, and many Meridian models are now able to use sustainable aviation fuel, as well as Garmin PlaneSync for the G3000 equipped M600/SLS to come in Q2 this year.