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Piper M600 Pilot's Operating Handbook

Piper M600/SLS · Pilot's Operating Handbook

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Overview

The document is the Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) for the Piper M600, a single-engine, pressurized turboprop aircraft. It provides essential information for pilots, including specifications, performance data, and operational procedures. The M600 is equipped with advanced avionics, including the Garmin G3000 suite, and is designed for efficiency and safety in various flight conditions. This handbook serves as a critical reference for pilots to ensure safe and effective operation of the aircraft, detailing everything from engine specifications to emergency procedures.

  • Max Takeoff Weight: 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg)
  • Max Cruise Speed: 274 ktas (507 km/h)
  • Fuel Capacity: 260 US gallons (984 liters)
  • Max Operating Altitude: 30,000 ft (9,144 m)
  • Standard Useful Load: 2,400 lbs (1,089 kg)

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Originally published by sales.airflite.com.au. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.

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Type
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Year
2018
Pages
7
File size
2.2 MB
Publisher
sales.airflite.com.au

Specifications & performance

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Specifications

Range (nm)
1,209
Engine (hp)
600
Height (ft)
11.3
Length (ft)
29.7
Propeller
Hartzell 4-Blade Constant Speed | Reversible
Wingspan (ft)
43.16
Engine model
Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A
Max speed (kt)
274
Cruise speed (kt)
274
Empty weight (lb)
3,650
Fuel capacity (gal)
260
Rate of climb (fpm)
1,556
Service ceiling (ft)
30,000
Max takeoff weight (lb)
6,000

Performance

Fuel burn (gph)
46
Landing over 50ft
2,659
Takeoff over 50ft
2,635
Landing distance (ft)
2,659
Takeoff distance (ft)
2,635

Weight & balance

Useful load (lb)
2,400
Max ramp weight (lb)
6,050
Baggage allowance (lb)
100
Basic empty weight (lb)
3,650
Max takeoff weight (lb)
6,000
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Engine Specifications

The Piper M600 is powered by a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A engine, which is flat rated at 600 shaft horsepower (shp). The engine has a time between overhaul (TBO) of 3,600 hours and requires a hot section inspection every 1,800 hours.

Performance Data

The M600 has a maximum takeoff weight of 6,000 lbs (2,722 kg) and a maximum cruise speed of 274 knots true airspeed (ktas). It can reach a maximum altitude of 30,000 feet (9,144 m) and has a range of 1,658 nautical miles (nm) at a cruise speed of 184 ktas with a 45-minute reserve.

Cabin Pressurization

The M600 features a maximum cabin differential pressure of 5.6 psi, allowing for comfortable flight at high altitudes. The aircraft is designed for single-engine operation and is equipped with advanced safety features.

Weights and Capacities

The maximum ramp weight for the M600 is 6,050 lbs (2,744 kg), with a standard equipped weight of 3,650 lbs (1,656 kg) and a standard useful load of 2,400 lbs (1,089 kg). The usable fuel capacity is 260 US gallons (984 liters).

Avionics and Safety Features

The M600 is equipped with the Garmin G3000 avionics suite, which includes dual touchscreen controllers and advanced safety features such as Electronic Stability Protection (ESP) and a Hypoxia Recognition System. The autopilot system includes a coupled go-around mode and automatic descent capabilities.

Safety notes

  • Ensure compliance with the approved Pilot’s Operating Handbook for safe operations.
  • Monitor cabin pressure and altitude to prevent hypoxia.

Full document text

ENGINE Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A Horsepower: Flat Rated at 600 shp TBO: 3,600 hours Hot Section Inspection: 1,800 hours PROPELLER Hartzell 4-Blade Constant Speed | Reversible Diameter: 82.5 in | 210 cm WEIGHTS Max Takeoff Weight: 6,000 lbs | 2,722 kg Max Ramp Weight: 6,050 lbs | 2,744 kg Standard Equipped Weight: 3,650 lbs | 1,656 kg Standard Useful Load: 2,400 lbs | 1,089 kg SPEEDS Max Cruise Speed: 274 ktas | 507 km/h Vmo Speed: 250 kcas | 463 km/h FUEL CAPACITY, USABLE 260 US gal | 984 liters RANGE WITH 45 MIN RESERVE 274 ktas Cruise 1,209 nm | 2,239 km 257 ktas Cruise 1,385 nm | 2,565 km 184 ktas Cruise 1,658 nm | 3,071 km MAXIMUM APPROVED ALTITUDE 30,000 ft | 9,144 m For RVSM Airspace: 28,000 ft | 8,534 m TAKEOFF DISTANCE Total Over 50 ft Obstacle: 2,635 ft | 803 m LANDING DISTANCE Total Over 50 ft Obstacle: 2,659 ft | 810 m CABIN PRESSURIZATION Maximum Cabin Differential: 5.6 psi CABIN CLASS, SINGLE-ENGINE, PRESSURIZED TURBOPROP A leader in acquisition and operating costs, the Piper M600 leaves nothing to be desired among dedicated aviators. Impressive 600 shp, touchscreen-controlled avionics, advanced safety features, extraordinary range, and increased speed and payload make the M600 a true business aircraft. *Fly-Away-Factory (F.A.F.) Vero Beach, FL – dealer delivery and local taxes extra. M600INTRODUCING THE 2018 Offered at preferred pricing. PACKAGING OPTIONS AVIONICS EQUIPMENT OPTIONS 150: SurfaceWatch 215: 110 volt AC Power Outlet (Cabin and cockpit) 235: Jeppesen ChartView (Includes one year subscription to Jeppesen PilotPak) 256: GSR 56 Iridium Transceiver 269: GDL 69 SXM Satellite Radio / Weather 330: L3 WX-500 Stormscope 352: Becker RA3502 Remote ADF Receiver 398: Hartzell 5-blade Composite Propeller 450: TAWS-B (Terrain Awareness and Warning System) 563: BendixKing KN 63 Remote DME 616: Flight Stream 510 855: GTS 855 Traffic Advisory System - TCAS / ACAS (Includes GTS 825) 700: Non Standard Paint Color – Top 710: Non Standard Paint Color – Bottom 715: Non-Standard Approved Paint Scheme Quoted Upon Request 720: Carpet Runners 730: GTX 345 Second Digital Transponder 735: GTX 33D ES & GTX 345 Diversity Digital Transponder with Dual Antennas (Replaces standard GTX 335) 910: Fire Detection System AMSAFE: AmSafe Seatbelts – Pilot and Co-Pilot Positions STANDARD FEATURES AWARENESS PACKAGE SurfaceWatch, Jeppesen Chartview, GTS 855 Traffic Advisory System TCAS/ACAS I, TAWS-B (Terrain Awareness and Warning System), GTX 345 Second Digital Transponder WEATHER PACKAGE GDL 69A SXM Satellite Weather, L3 WX-500 StormScope INTERNATIONAL PACKAGE GSR 56 Iridium Transceiver, BendixKing KN 63 Remote DME, GTX 33 D ES Diversity Digital Transponder with Dual Antennas & GTX 345 (Required for European Aircraft. Replaces standard GTX 335) PREMIUM PACKAGE 110 Volt AC Power Outlet (Cabin and cockpit), Flight Stream 510, Hartzell 5-Blade Composite Prop, Carpet Runners, AmSafe Seatbelts – Pilot and Co-pilot positions EXP PACKAGE EXP (Expression) Interior Package PREMIUM ASSURANCE PACKAGE AWARENESS PACKAGE PREMIUM PACKAGE WEATHER PACKAGE INTERNATIONAL PACKAGE PREMIUM ASSURANCE PACKAGE AWARENESS PACKAGE PREMIUM PACKAGE WEATHER PACKAGE INTERNATIONAL PACKAGE PREMIUM ASSURANCE PACKAGE AWARENESS PACKAGE PREMIUM PACKAGE WEATHER PACKAGE INTERNATIONAL PACKAGE Dual 12” PFDs Single 12” MFD Dual GTC 575 Touchscreen Cockpit Management Units Dual GIA 64W NAV/COM/GPS GEA 71 Engine and Airframe Interface GFC 700 Autopilot with Yaw Damper System and Enhanced AFCS Advanced Safety Features: Automatic Level Mode (Blue Button) Electronic Stability Protection (ESP) Underspeed Protection (USP) Hypoxia Recognition System with Emergency Descent GMC 711 AP Controller and Yaw Damper System Mode Coupled Go Around Dual GMU 44 Magnetometer Units Dual GRS 79 AHRS Computers GMA 36B Digital Audio Panel Dual GDC 72 Air Data Computers GTX 335R Transponder (ADS-B “Out”) GAE 43 Altitude Encoder GWX 75 Digital Weather Radar Garmin FliteCharts Garmin SafeTaxi Aspen EFD1000 Standby Flight Instrument Integrated Digital Cabin Pressurization PREMIUM ASSURANCE PACKAGE AWARENESS PACKAGE PREMIUM PACKAGE WEATHER PACKAGE INTERNATIONAL PACKAGE AVIONICS Garmin G3000 Avionics Suite with Autopilot Enhanced AFCS and Synthetic Vision: OTHER EQUIPMENT Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI) PiperAire Air Conditioning Hardwired Cockpit Bose A20 Headsets Six USB Charging Ports (two cockpit, four cabin) INTERIOR Premium Leather Interior: Firenze (Black and cream with carbon fiber accents), Mojave (Tan with light khaki), Sequoia (Carmel with black accents) or Geneva (grey with black accents) Electroluminescent Placards, Chrome, Antique Bronze and Wood Accents Additional special options | Quoted upon request SPECIF ICATIONS G3000 AT THE FOREFRONT OF TECHNOLOGY From intuitive pilot input through touchscreen controllers to increased situational awareness, the G3000, as installed in the M600, is the most advanced avionics available for single-engine turboprop aircraft. Features like 60/40 Mode and enhanced map display bring invaluable situational information right in front of the pilot. No longer does the pilot need to, on approach, sacrifice their scan from the instruments to look down at the approach plate. CONNECTIVITY AND FLIGHT STREAM 510 G3000’s ability to simplify and streamline your piloting workload starts even before you climb into the cockpit. With the addition of an optional Flight Stream 510 wireless gateway, your G3000 avionics system becomes capable of streaming information in real time between your avionics and compatible mobile devices running the Garmin Pilot™ or ForeFlight Mobile apps. This means you can do advance flight planning on your iPad® , tablet or other smart device — in the comfort of your home or office — and then wirelessly load the data into your avionics once you get to the airport. You can also update databases by simply collecting all that information on your mobile device — and use it to transfer the data

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to your avionics when you get to the airport the next day. TOUCHSCREEN CONTROLLERS Dual touchscreen controllers provide the latest in modern input for a fully integrated avionics suite. Intuitive and easy to use, the shallow menu structure keeps essential information readily accessible, while providing advanced data entry for communication, navigation, and surveillance. Knobs at the bottom of the screens provide familiar and quick entry of flight management information. Providing the most contemporary and intuitive information, Piper is at the forefront of advanced data entry and intelligent flight management. HYPOXIA RECOGNITION SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATIC DESCENT MODE The Hypoxia Recognition System detects pilot incapacitation as a result of hypoxia by monitoring pilot interaction with the PFD, MFD, and Autopilot Controller at cabin altitudes above 14,900 feet when the autopilot is engaged. If no interaction is detected within a specified time period, after multiple prompts, this system will engage Automatic Descent Mode and bring the aircraft to a lower altitude in an effort to allow recovery from hypoxia. The M600 can safely fly itself, without assistance, to lower altitudes in the unlikely case the pilot becomes unresponsive. ENHANCED HORIZONTAL SITUATION INDICATOR (HSI) The Enhanced Map HSI is designed to increase situational awareness by overlaying additional information onto the HSI display. Just as the HSI provides increased information compared to the directional gyro, the Enhanced Map HSI further improves the HSI by allowing greater information to be conveyed within the primary instrument scan. It can be used while in 60/40 Mode and supports overlays with combinations on Map, SafeTaxi, Flight Plan, METARs, NEXRAD, Weather Radar, and more. M600 G3000 shown 60/40 mode shown GFC 700 AUTOPILOT WITH ENHANCED AFCS The fully integrated flight control system provides exceptional flight automation with a dual AHRS-based system. The system offers top safety features and incomparable performance, seamlessly integrating a flight director, autopilot, automatic trim and yaw damper into the G3000 suite. It also includes Electronic Stability Protection (ESP), Level Mode, Underspeed Protection (USP), Emergency Descent Mode, and Coupled Go Around, elevating pilot and passenger safety to the highest standards. Automatic Level Mode (Blue Button) Level Mode will return the aircraft to a wings level attitude with zero vertical speed with the push of a button. It will automatically engage the flight director and autopilot functions to return the aircraft to straight and level flight. SURFACEWATCH ™ (OPTIONAL) With G3000, Garmin has expanded their suite of Terminal Safety Solutions with the addition of the optionally available SurfaceWatch. This feature is designed to further support safe on-airport operations by helping pilots avoid runway incursions or other miscues such as taking off or landing on the wrong runway. Or on a taxiway. It even tells you if you’re lined up on a runway that appears to be too short for safe takeoff or landing. Also, the optionally available SurfaceWatch can provide runway distance-remaining annunciations, beginning at 5,000’ down through 500’ remaining. No pilot help Light righting force Stronger righting force No pilot help Light righting force Stronger righting force No pilot help Light righting force Stronger righting force No pilot help Light righting force Stronger righting force AVIONICS FUEL COST Calculations based on block fuel divided by time. Includes climb, cruise, and descent fuel. M600: 46 gph TBM 930: 62 gph MAINTENANCE LABOR COST PER HOUR Cost based on a labor rate of $ 105 per man-hour. Figures include routine scheduled and unscheduled maintenance for airframe and avionics: M600: $ 73.50/ flight hour (Cost based on .70 man-hours per flight) TBM 930: $ 78.75 / flight hour (Cost based on .73 man-hours per flight hour) PROPELLER ALLOWANCE: Figures include both parts and labor required for overhaul, including the cost of any life limited parts. M600: $ 3.08 / flight hour TBM 930: $ 4.25 / flight hour PARTS AIRFRAME/ENGINE/AVIONICS: Figures include airframe, avionics, and minor engine consumable parts required for routine schedules and unscheduled maintenance. M600: $ 44.42 / flight hour TBM 930: $ 71.76 / flight hour ENGINE RESTORATION: Figures are based on typical overhaul and hot section inspection costs. M600: $ 130.59 / flight hour TBM 930: $ 165.31 / flight hour DOC Per Hour (USD) Fuel Price Per Gallon (USD) M600 TBM 930 $3.00 $4.00 $5.00 $6.00 $7.00 $8.00 $9.00 $11.00 $10.00 DIRECT OPERATING COST as a function of fuel cost $200 $400 $600 $800 $1,000 $1,200 DOC Per Hour (USD) Fuel Price Per Gallon (USD) M600 TBM 930 $3.00 $4.00 $5.00 $6.00 $7.00 $8.00 $9.00 $11.00 $10.00 DIRECT OPERATING COST as a function of fuel cost $200 $400 $600 $800 $1,000 $1,200 DOC Per Hour (USD) Fuel Price Per Gallon (USD) M600 TBM 930 $3.00 $4.00 $5.00 $6.00 $7.00 $8.00 $9.00 $11.00 $10.00 DIRECT OPERATING COST as a function of fuel cost $200 $400 $600 $800 $1,000 $1,200 DOC Per Hour (USD) Fuel Price Per Gallon (USD) M600 TBM 930 $3.00 $4.00 $5.00 $6.00 $7.00 $8.00 $9.00 $11.00 $10.00 DIRECT OPERATING COST as a function of fuel cost $200 $400 $600 $800 $1,000 $1,200 TOTAL COST PER HOUR $200.00 $ $400.00 $600.00 $800.00 $1,000.00 $1,200.00 $1,400.00 $1,600.00 Piper M600 Pilatus PC-12 NG Daher TBM930 King Air C90GTx RETAIL LIST PRICE (Standard Equipped) Piper M600 King Air C90GTx $1,000,000 $- $2,000,000 $3,000,000 $4,000,000 $5,000,000 $6,000,000 TBM 910 TBM 930 Pilatus PC-12 Pounds FULL FUEL PAYLOAD 0 275 550 825 1100 Piper M600 Daher TBM 910/930 Pilatus PC-12 NG Beech King Air C-90 GTx Cessna Mustang M2 BY THE NUMBERS All data is preliminary and subject to change. Source: Conklin and deDecker v 16.1.0 Source: Conklin and deDecker v 16.1.0 TOTAL COST PER HOUR RE TAIL LIST PRICE (Standard Equipped) FULL FUEL PAYLOAD DIRECT OPERATING COST as a function of fuel cost DOC Per Hour (USD) Fuel Price Per Gallon (USD) Cost Per Hour (USD) Total Cost (Fixed + Variable) without Depreciation Millions (USD) Pounds To find a service center nearest you, connect with our Dealer Network: Piper Customer Support Hotline: Domestic: 1-877-879-0275 International: +001-772-299-2141 Cabin Dimensions Standard Metric 165 cu ft 12 ft 3 in 4 ft 1 in 3 ft 11 in 3 ft 10 in x 2.0 ft 20.0 cu ft (100 lbs) 4.67 cu m 3.76 m 1.25 m 1.18 m 1.16 m x 0.61 m 0.57 cu m (45 kg) Cabin Volume Cabin Length Cabin Width Cabin Height Door Dimensions Internal Baggage Weights Standard Metric 6,050 lbs 6,000 lbs 5,800 lbs 4,850 lbs 3,650 lbs 260 gallons 658 lbs 2,744 kg 2,722 kg 2,631 kg 2,200 kg 1,656 kg 984 liters 298 kg Max Ramp Weight Max Takeoff Weight Max Landing Weight Max Zero Fuel Weight Basic Empty Weight Fuel Capacity, Usable Payload With Full Fuel 4’ - 5” 8’ - 3” 29’ - 10” Diameter 6’ - 10” 13’ - 7” 11’ - 3” 43’ - 2” 17’ - 0” 4’ - 7” Wing Area 209 ft2 4’ - 5” 8’ - 3” 29’ - 10” Diameter 6’ - 10” 11’ - 3” 4’ - 5” 8’ - 3” 29’ - 10” Diameter 6’ - 10” 13’ - 7” 11’ - 3” Performance Data Standard Metric 1,209 nm 1,385 nm 1,658 nm 28,000 ft 8,244 ft 1,556 ft/min 2,659 ft 2,239 km 2,565 km 3,071 km 9,144 m 2,513 m 474 m/min 810 m 274 ktas Cruise with 45 Min. Reserve 274 ktas Cruise with 45 Min. Reserve 274 ktas Cruise with 45 Min. Reserve Max Operating Altitude (28,000 ft for RVSM) Cabin Altitude at 28,000 ft / 7,925 m Rate of Climb (Sea level, MTOW) Landing Distances Over 50 ft Obstacle MEASURING UP DIMENSIONS Wingspan: 43.16 ft | 13.2 m Height: 11.3 ft | 3.4 m Length: 29.7 ft | 9.1 m 29.7’ 43.16’ 17’ 13.62’ 8.25’ 11.3’ TRAVEL TIME TRAVEL TIME - TOTAL ROUND TRIP FLIGHT COST AIR FARE Flight Time Flight Prep (Pre Flight) Flight Prep (Post Fight) Total Time Cost of Time (3 Pax)* Flight Time (Direct, Non-stop) Driving Time to Airport** Pre-arrival for Check-in and TSA check Arrival at Destination*** Total Time Cost of Time (3 Pax)* Cost (Maintenance + Fuel) Cost (1st Class 3 Pax)**** Total Cost (Time + Aircraft Operation) $ 7,212.50 Total Cost (Time + Aircraft Operation) $ 11,049.00 4 hrs 15 min 30 min 15 min 5 hrs $ 5,250.00 3 hrs 24 min 55 min 1 hr 45 min 6 hrs 4 min $ 6,342.00 $ 1,962.50 $ 4,707.00 Commercial Airline Flight LaGuardia, NY to West Palm Beach, FL M600 - Private Flight Teterboro, NJ to West Palm Beach, FL New York City to Dallas 1,208 nautical miles Los Angeles to Seattle 831 nautical miles New York City to Miami 950 nautical miles Los Angeles to Houston 1,197 nautical miles Houston SEATTLE LOS ANGELES New York Dallas Miami GLOBAL CUSTOMER SUPPORT Piper Aircraft offers customers support that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to answer questions and manage any concerns. To help with in service product support, there is a network of more than 80 independently owned and operated approved Piper Service Centers, guaranteeing support and assistance all around the world. Additionally, our association with Aviall and its network of more than 40 customer service centers worldwide supplements dealer parts inventory to ensure materials are available when and where they are needed most. Piper is known for building quality aircraft, but we also excel at building relationships that last. PIPER WARRANTY PROGRAM As part of our commitment to our customers, Piper offers excellent warranties on all new M600 aircraft. We offer a five-year warranty on airframe and systems. Garmin offers a five-year warranty (parts and labor) on their avionics. The Pratt & Whitney PT6A-42A powerplant comes with an industry-leading, seven-year/2500 hour warranty. Hartzell Propeller features a five-year/1,500 hour warranty on all Hartzell products installed by Piper. PILOT TRAINING The sale of each new Piper M600 comes with a one-week pilot initial, aircraft specific training course. For qualified pilots, training for the M600 is provided by our exclusive M600 training provider, Legacy Flight Training located at the Piper Factory in Vero Beach, Fl. The training program combines a thorough academic ground school with aircraft specific training using a full motion flight training device and flight time in the customer’s aircraft if needed. From flight training to service centers, comprehensive customer care and global aircraft support remain our top priority. Our experienced team is standing by to make the M600 ownership experience exceptional and worry-free. *Cost of time (Average Executive Rate: $ 350 / per hour) **Driving Time To Airport (Includes time to park and walk to terminal.) ***Arrival at Destination (Includes time to traverse from aircraft through terminal and collect rental car) ****Air Fare (Average First Class Air Fare with 7 day advanced purchase.) M350 M500 M600 Number of Passengers 5+1 5+1 5+1 Engine Type Piston Turbo Prop Turbo Prop Engine Model Lycoming Pratt & Whitney Pratt & Whitney TIO-540-AE2A Canada Canada PT6A-42A PT6A-42A Horsepower 350 hp 500 shp 600 shp Avionics Suite G1000 NXi G1000 NXi G3000 Pressurization Yes Yes Yes FIKI Certified Yes (Optional equipment) Yes Yes Max Cruise Speed 213 ktas 260 ktas 274 ktas Max Range 1,343 nm 1,000 nm 1,658 nm Useful Load 1,308 lbs 1,698 lbs 2,400 lbs Landing Distance 1,968 ft 2,110 ft 2,659 ft Price (Standard Equipped) $ 1,178,610 $ 2,040,000 $ 2,928,000 INTERIOR DE TAIL RANGE MAPS WHICH M CLASS IS RIGHT FOR MY MISSION? 1000 NM TRIP COMPARISON (NJ/NY - FL) Assumptions: 3 passengers (pax) of executive level with average hourly wage of $ 350.00 London to Madrid 679 nautical miles London to Athens 1312 nautical miles Madrid Athens London 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. ©2018 Piper Aircraft, Inc. piper.com YOUR EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE BEGINS AT 3072018