2008 Piper Malibu Meridian

The Piper Malibu Meridian is a six-seat, single-engine, turboprop aircraft. It was built by Piper Aircraft and first flew in 1999. The aircraft is powered by a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A engine, which produces 550 horsepower. The Malibu Meridian is capable of a maximum cruise speed of 260 knots and a range of 1,300 nautical miles. It has a maximum altitude of 25,000 feet and an economical cruise speed of 200 knots. The aircraft has a cockpit that is equipped with a Garmin G1000 avionics suite, which includes an autopilot and a three-axis digital flight control system. The cabin of the aircraft is pressurized and is able to accommodate up to six passengers in executive-style seating. The aircraft also features a retractable landing gear and a stall-protection system.