Piper M500 Pilot's Operating Handbook

regardless of what you can or cannot see through the windshield. Acquiring information from multiple certified databases, synthetic vision graphically depicts obstacles, terrain, water, and airports, providing you with all of the information you require for safer travel. LVL Engine Dimensions Propeller Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A Horsepower: Flat Rated at 500 shp TBO: 3,600 hours Hot Section Inspection: 1,800 hours Hartzell 4 Blade | Constant Speed | Reversible Diameter: 82 in | 208 cm Wingspan 43.0 ft/13.1 m | Length 29.6 ft/9.0 m | Height 11.3 ft/3.4 m Fuel Capacity Maximum Cruise Speed Range with 45 Min. Reserve Maximum Approved Altitude Takeoff Distance Landing Distance Cabin Pressurization Weights Usable: 170 US gal | 644 liters 260 ktas | 482 km/h 1,000 nm | 1,852 km 30,000 ft | 9,144 m For Airspace Requiring RVSM, limited to 28,000 ft | 8,534 m Ground Roll: 1,650 ft | 503 m Total Over 50 ft Obstacle: 2,438 ft | 743 m Ground Roll: 1,020 ft | 311 m Total Over 50 ft Obstacle: 2,110 ft | 643 m Maximum Cabin Differential: 5.6 psid Maximum Takeoff Weight: 5,092 lbs | 2,310 kg Maximum Ramp Weight: 5,134 lbs | 2,329 kg Standard Equipped Weight: 3,436 lbs | 1,559 kg Standard Useful Load: 1,698 lbs | 770 kg less is less is 50% more more less Meridian M500 burns nearly 50% less fuel* Standard Equipment | $2,264,250** Optional Equipment AVIONICS EQUIPMENT OPTIONS 215: 110 Volt AC Power Outlet – $6,000 235: Jeppesen ChartView – $4,110 (one year subscription to Jeppesen PilotPak) 256: GSR 56 Iridium Transceiver – $16,700 269: GDL 69A XM WX Satellite Radio Weather – $10,970 (includes GRC 10 remote) 330: WX-500 Stormscope – $11,350 352: ADF Becker 3500 – $14,700 (pending approval) 450: TAWS-B – $12,500 563: DME BendixKing KN 63 – $10,600 631: GTX 33ES Second Digital Transponder – $10,455 641: Diversity Digital Transponder – GTX33D ES with Dual Antennas (Required for European Aircraft- exchange for STD GTX33ES) – $14,500 825: GTS 825 Traffic Advisory System – $34,300 (ADS-B in capability) ADDITIONAL OPTIONS 363: United Kingdom Lighting Package – $1,400 700: Top Metallic Basecoat – $6,825 710: Bottom Metallic Basecoat – $6,825 715: Optional Meridian Paint Scheme – quoted upon request Premier Elegance Interior (Dune or Glacier) – standard AMSAFE: AmSafe Aviation Airbag System (crew seats) – $5,950 (installed after delivery) Additional Special Options – quoted upon request AVIONICS Garmin G1000 Avionics Suite with Synthetic Vision Dual 10.4” PFDs, Single 12.4” MFD, Dual GIA 63W NAV/COM/GPS, GFC 700 Autopilot with Enhanced AFCS and GMC 710 AP Controller, GCU 476 keypad, Garmin FliteCharts, SafeTaxi, GMA 350 Digital Audio Panel, Dual GDC 74A Air Data Computers, GTX 33ES Transponder (ADS-B out capability), GWX 68 Weather Radar, Aspen EFD 1000 Standby Flight Instruments, and Digital Cabin Pressurization OTHER EQUIPMENT Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI), PiperAire Air Conditioning, Dual GRS77 AHRS Computers, Yaw Damper System (integrated with GFC 700), Hardwired Cockpit Bose A20 Headsets, Three USB Charging Ports (one cockpit, two cabin) Specifications M 500 nearly 50% less expensive to operate* * As compared to the closest competitor, M500 is 47% less expensive to operate and burns 47.79% less fuel per hour. Source: Conklin & de Decker 2015 Vol 1 50% less 32% less acquisition cost* Standard Equipped List Price ** Fly-Away-Factory (F.A.F.) Vero Beach, FL – Dealer delivery and local taxes extra. From the moment you climb the airstair door and enter the cabin, you will be impressed with the substantial feel and expansive comfort of the Piper Meridian M500. Relax in pressurized comfort up to 30,000 feet – far above most of the world’s weather. With the luxury of plush club seating, there is ample room for everyone to stretch out in flight. Six USB ports and a convenient workstation come standard, ensuring productive travel time when your business requires it. Whether you are commuting for work or traveling for pleasure, the M500’s versatile cabin is comfortable and quiet with unexpected amenities, and the smooth power of a PT6A- 42A turbine engine. M500’s interior is finished in hand-selected leather and luxurious, durable carpeting. Select between two color palettes: Dune or Glacier, with a headliner and side panel in complementary colors. Glacier Interior Dune Interior Cabin Class Styling Piper Peace of Mind Global Customer Support Fly-Away Warranty When you purchase a Piper aircraft, you purchase peace of mind. This reassurance begins with knowing that the Piper Aircraft Customer Support Desk is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to answer questions and help diagnose any issues. The Piper Authorized Network of Service Centers of more than 80 independently owned centers ensures that you get quality and convenient support. What’s more, to supplement dealer parts inventory, our association with Aviall and their network of 40 customer service centers worldwide ensures that parts are on hand when and where they are needed. We are not just in the business of building aircraft, but also building relationships that last – far beyond the delivery of your new plane. As part of our commitment to our customers, Piper offers outstanding warranties on all new M500 aircraft. The combination of advanced technology, performance, and quality has made the Piper M500 the most sought after aircraft in its class. Piper Aircraft offers a comprehensive three-year warranty on airframe, avionics, and electrical. The Pratt & Whitney PT6A-42A powerplant comes with an industry leading five-year warranty. From flight training to service centers, comprehensive customer care and product support is our top priority. With an experienced team standing by to support you and your airplane, Piper M500 ownership comes standard with a peace of mind. With more than 100 sales and service centers around the globe, you can be sure we have the support you need in your area. Scan to find your closest Piper sales or service center. piper.com piper.com | 1.866.FLY.PIPER Piper Aircraft, Inc. | 2926 Piper Drive | Vero Beach | Fl | 32960 | 772.299.2403 Piper Aircraft, Inc. reserves the right to make changes, including, but not limited to, changes in specifications, materials, equipment and/or prices at any time without prior notice. It is the responsibility of the pilot to conduct all operations in accordance with the approved Pilot’s Operating Handbook, which is the only official source of data. © 2015 Piper Aircraft, Inc.