As Piper’s current new single-engine turboprop fleet—the M500 and M600—grows in numbers and capabilities, the factory, working with AeroMech, has added reduced vertical separation minima (RVSM) as a factory option on all new aircraft. Previously, RVSM could only be added to these airplanes post-production. RVSM certification is required for all aircraft operating worldwide above FL280.
Piper Offers RVSM Factory Option on Both the M500 and M600
Key Takeaways:
- Piper now offers Reduced Vertical Separation Minima (RVSM) as a factory-installed option for new M500 and M600 single-engine turboprops, a capability previously only available post-production.
- RVSM certification, which is required for operations above FL280, allows M500/M600 pilots to gain significant fuel savings, increase range, lower their carbon footprint, and fly above adverse weather up to FL300.
- The RVSM upgrade, leveraging an AeroMech STC and approved by major authorities like the FAA and EASA, also provides owners with advantages such as higher resale values and quicker sales for their aircraft.
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