They say that when one door closes, another opens. The trick is to stop looking at the closed door long enough to see which door is ajar. For Piper, the closed door was the abortive Altaire single-engine jet, an airplane many likened to a mini DC-10 with its Williams turbofan engine integrated weirdly into the tail. The door that opened, meanwhile, was a new version of the Meridian turboprop, which Piper would end up naming the M600.
We Fly: Piper M600
Key Takeaways:
- The Piper M600 is an evolution of the Meridian turboprop, developed following the suspension of the Altaire jet program, featuring a clean-sheet wing, a 600 shp engine, and a significantly upgraded interior.
- Key improvements include increased range (up to 1,484 nm) and payload, making it capable of carrying 1,000 pounds for 800 nm legs.
- It is equipped with advanced Garmin G3000 avionics, which includes comprehensive envelope protection features for enhanced safety.
- The M600 is positioned as a compelling and more economical alternative to pricier turboprops like the Daher TBM 930, offering a strong balance of performance, features, and value.
Key takeaways sponsored by Aviator Pro | Start Your Training ->
See a mistake? Contact us.
