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 to use Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) up to a 50/50 blend, a key step toward sustainability.
New Garmin PlaneSync features are being introduced for G3000-equipped M600/SLS models, including remote wakeup, enhanced taxi routing, CAS-based checklists, and improved safety capabilities.
Piper continues to experience strong market demand, with 2022 deliveries up 14% and a projected 10% growth for 2023, particularly for its M class aircraft like the M350.

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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.