Piper PA-46 | |
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| Country | USA |
| Role | Light aircraft |
| First flight | 30 November 1979 |
| Produced | 1979—present |
The Piper M–Class (PA–46; formerly called the Malibu, Malibu Mirage, Malibu Meridian, and Matrix) is a family of American light aircraft manufactured by Piper Aircraft of Vero Beach, Florida. The aircraft are powered by single engines and have six seats. Twentieth century production of the class was all piston engined (now M350; formerly Malibu, Malibu Mirage), but turboprop versions called the M500 (formerly Malibu Meridian), M600 and M700 (Fury) are now also available.
Source: Piper PA–46 on Wikipedia
| Piper PA-46-310P Malibu Walk Around | |
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| Photographer | Vladimir Yakubov |
| Localisation | Pacific Coast Dream Machines 2011 |
| Photos | 62 |
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The Piper PA-46, now referred to as the Piper M-Class, is a family of American light aircraft manufactured by Piper Aircraft. It is a single-engine, six-seat aircraft that was first introduced in 1979. The PA-46 is known for its speed, comfort, and ability to operate out of short, unpaved airstrips.
There are several different variants of the PA-46, including the Malibu, Malibu Mirage, Malibu Meridian, and Matrix. The most recent models are the M350, M500, M600 and M700. Earlier models were piston-powered, but the newer M500, M600 and M700 models are turboprop-powered.
Here are some of the features of the Piper PA-46:
Seats six people
Can be powered by a piston engine or a turboprop engine
Has a range of up to 1,800 miles (2,900 km)
Can cruise at speeds of up to 260 knots (300 mph)
Can operate out of short, unpaved airstrips
The Piper PA-46 is a popular choice for both business and personal travel. It is a versatile aircraft that can be used for a variety of purposes, from short hops to long-distance trips.
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