Piper M600 Chronology

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This document provides a detailed chronology of the Piper M600 aircraft, outlining significant changes and warranty information across various model years. It covers the M600 from its inception in 2016 through the 2020 model year, detailing serial number ranges, warranty periods, and major product changes. The document is intended for pilots, maintenance personnel, and aviation enthusiasts who require an understanding of the M600's evolution and specifications. Key updates include modifications to the aircraft's ballast systems, avionics upgrades, and the introduction of the HALO system in the 2020 model year, which enhances safety and automation features.

Warranty: 5 years for airframe/avionics/propeller; 7 years for engine.
2016-2019 models have various ballast modifications and avionics upgrades.
2020 model introduces HALO System for automated flight control features.
Interior customization options available across model years.
Serial number ranges define specific model year features and changes.

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2016 Model Year

The 2016 model year covers serial numbers SN-003 through SN-025, with a warranty of 5 years for airframe, avionics, and propeller, and 7 years for the engine. Major changes include the introduction of SB Mod Kit #1 and #2, which provide ballast for the oil cooler and upper/lower ballast provisions, respectively.

2017 Model Year

For the 2017 model year, covering SN-026 through SN-055, the warranty remains the same as the previous year. Significant changes include the installation of Mod Kit #1 and #2 during production for certain serial numbers, and the option for a 5-blade propeller.

2018 Model Year

The 2018 model year includes SN-056 through SN-080, maintaining the same warranty. Key updates involve new interior color palettes, the addition of the Flight Stream 510 to the Premium Package, and updates to the Garmin G3000 software.

2019 Model Year

Covering SN-081 through SN-099, the 2019 model year continues with the same warranty. Major changes include hardware and software upgrades to the Garmin G3000, enhancing features such as audio voice recognition and weather radar improvements.

2020 Model Year

The 2020 model year, specifically for SN-100 and beyond, introduces the HALO system as standard, which automates several flight control functions. It also includes various interior improvements and options for customization.

Safety notes

Ensure compliance with updated avionics software for optimal performance.
Be aware of the HALO system's capabilities and limitations during operation.

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Piper M600 Chronology 2016 Model Year SN-003 through SN-025 • Warranty: 5 years (Airframe/Avionics/Propeller); 7 Years (Engine) • Major Product Changes: o SB Mod Kit #1 SN004 - 027 (oil cooler ballast – 18 lbs.) o SB Mod Kit #2 SN004 - 036 (upper/lower ballast provisions – 5.7 lbs.) o Optional Forward Installed Upper ballast (28 lbs.) and Lower ballast (33 lbs.) o Forward ballast allows for a greater degree of aft loading capability 2017 Model Year SN-026 through SN-055 • Warranty: 5 years (Airframe/Avionics/Propeller); 7 Years (Engine) • Major Product Changes: o SN028 and up have Mod Kit #1 oil cooler ballast installed during production (18 lbs.) o SN037 and up have Mod Kit #2 upper/lower ballast provisions installed during production (5.7 lbs.) o Optional Forward Installed Upper ballast (28 lbs.) and Lower ballast (33 lbs.) o Forward ballast allows for a greater degree of aft loading capability o Optional 5-blade propeller 2018 Model Year SN-056 through SN-080 • Warranty: 5 years (Airframe/Avionics/Propeller); 7 Years (Engine) • Major Product Changes: o Interior Color Palettes – Mojave, Sequoia Black, Geneva, Firenze, Sequoia Vanilla o EXP Expression Package (owner-customized interior and exterior) – Optional  Includes Tumi luggage package (two-piece) o Flight Stream 510 added to Premium Package o Piper SL 1259 – Updated Garmin G3000 Software Version 2039.15 SN001 through SN080  Optional analog COM/NAV capability  1090 ES IN was updated to accept ADS-R  Low NG caution band added to NG Gauge  Chime added for when aircraft reaches 1,000 ft of selected altitude  Music 2 volume adjusted to match Music 1  Passenger COM volume slider improved  Added Iridium functionality for aft passengers  BARO VNAV and Transition to Approach incorporated into Baseline 2019 Model Year SN-081 through SN-099 • Warranty: 5 years (Airframe/Avionics/Propeller); 7 Years (Engine) • Major Product Changes: o Woodward Fuel Control Unit (cooler starting temperature) o Garmin G3000 NG Hardware Upgrades:  GRS 79  GDC 72  GEA 71B  GIA 64W  GMA 36B  GDU1250W  GTC 575  GMC 711  GTX 335R  GTX 345R (optional) o Garmin G3000 NG Software Upgrades:  VFR Sectional and IFR Enroute charts  Audio Voice Recognition  Takeoff Configuration Warning  Yaw Damper Auto- Disconnect prior to landing  RNP with Radius to Fix (RF) Legs  Bluetooth Enhancements • Pairing with Stereo music devices • Pairing with Bluetooth enabled telephones • Pairing with VIRB X/XE models for flight audio logging  Weather Radar Improvements, enhanced color pallets, ground clutter suppression, turbulence detector o Piper SL 1264 – Updated Garmin G3000 NG Software Version 2039.15 SN081 through SN099  T/O Config Warning logic revised to allow pitch trim adjustment above an engine torque of 800 ft-lb (applicable to aircraft with 2975.02 currently installed)  Chime added for when aircraft is 1,000 ft from selected altitude  Gains updated to support VLOC/GS CDI transition  Iridium functionality for aft passengers added  COM1 volume on speaker updated  Iridium RS-232 port monitoring was turned off  Various other fixes, including FIS-B uplink status, CRG part number in config, incoming call message acknowledgement, and others 2020 Model Year (M600/SLS) SN100 through SN-XXX • Warranty: 5 years (Airframe/Avionics/Propeller); 7 Years (Engine) • Ultimate Care Program – 5-Year Maintenance Program – Standard (non-transferable) • Major Product Changes: o HALO System – Standard  Garmin Autoland automatically controls: • Gear Extension • GRA 55 Radar Altimeter • Autothrottle • Flaps • FIKI • Braking • Fuel Shutoff  FS510 and SurfaceWatch  Standalone Autothrottle – provisions only, FAA certification pending o EXP Expression Package (owner-customized interior and exterior) – Standard o Interior Color Palettes – Mojave, Geneva, Firenze Vanilla, Firenze Black, Sequoia Black, Sequoia Vanilla o Optional Interior Dual-Tone Seats – Mojave, Sequoia Black, Geneva, Firenze, Sequoia Vanilla o Optional Alcantara® Inserts – ONLY with Firenze Sport o Two Luggage Package Options – Tumi (two-piece) or Club Glove (three-piece) o M600 SLS Interior Improvements  Crew Arm Rest Storage  Crew USB ports moved to Audio plug location  Door surrounds painted black  Anodized lower door handle  Polished exterior door handle  Aft-facing seat back stowage

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