Piper M500

Stellar performance with state-of-the-art technology.

The Piper M500 represents the pinnacle of single-engine turboprop performance, combining a pressurized cabin with the proven reliability of the Pratt & Whitney PT6A-42A engine. Designed for mission-critical travel, the M500 delivers speed and altitude capability at a fraction of the operating cost—making it the ultimate tool for business aviation professionals.

Specifications

Maximum Cruise Speed260 ktas
Maximum Range1,000 nm
Maximum Approved Altitude30,000 ft
Max Cabin Differential5.5 psi
Takeoff Distance (50 ft obstacle)2,438 ft
Landing Distance (50 ft obstacle)2,110 ft

All specifications are approximate and subject to change. Verify with manufacturer documentation.

Aircraft Details

Performance

Powered by the Pratt & Whitney PT6A-42A turboprop engine producing 500 shaft horsepower, the M500 achieves a blistering top speed of 260 KTAS and climbs to a service ceiling of 30,000 feet—well above most weather and traffic. With a rate of climb of 1,900 feet per minute and a range of 1,000 nautical miles, the M500 connects markets efficiently with minimal fuel burn and maximum productivity for every flight hour.

Piper M500 Performance

Avionics

The M500 is equipped with the Garmin G1000 NXi integrated flight deck featuring synthetic vision technology, and a GFC 700 digital autopilot with yaw damper. ADS-B In/Out, TCAS I traffic advisory, and Garmin TAWS-B terrain awareness delivers a connected, situationally-aware cockpit that reduces pilot workload in every phase of flight—from departure through precision approach.

Piper M500 Avionics

Pressurization & Comfort

Sit comfortably in the M500's pressurized cabin while cruising at 30,000 feet, allowing passengers to arrive refreshed and alert. Five-seat club-style seating with premium leather upholstery, individual climate vents, USB charging ports, and a quiet turboprop cabin define a first-class experience. Generous 20-cubic-foot baggage capacity means you carry everything your mission demands.

Piper M500 Pressurization & Comfort

Safety Features

Safety is embedded at every level of the M500's design. The Garmin ESP electronic stability and protection system actively monitors flight parameters and assists the pilot in maintaining safe flight envelope margins. Coupled with TAWS-B terrain awareness, Level Mode, and the GFC 700 autopilot's Underspeed Protection, the M500 delivers multi-layered safety architecture that ensures confidence in IFR conditions, mountainous terrain, and high-altitude operations.

Piper M500 Safety Features

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