Specifications
AI Description
- 2010 JetProp Conversion
- Equipped with Garmin GFC 600 autopilot
- Dual Garmin GTN 750s
- Garmin G500 PFD/MFD combo
- Cruises at 260 KTAS at FL270 on 32 GPH of Jet A
- Engine: Pratt & Whitney PT6A-35, 1,186 hours since new
- 151-gallon fuel capacity
- 2014 exterior paint by Aerosmith Aviation, rated 9/10 (Silver and Black with Red Striping)
- Tan leather interior with wood trim, rated 6/10
- Annual inspection due March 2026
- Portable GPU included
- Remote control tug available for additional cost
- No damage history since JetProp conversion in 2010
- Fresh hot section inspection performed; next due at 3,000 hours TT on the engine
- Digital logbooks available; airframe logbook complete, but original engine logbook lost and recreated with duplicates from 2010-2016.
About this Model
Overview
The Piper Jetprop is a turbine conversion of the Piper PA-46 Malibu/Mirage airframe, replacing the piston engine with a Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6-series turboprop and associated systems changes. In buyer terms, it sits between high-performance pistons and purpose-built single-engine turboprops: it keeps the PA-46’s cabin size, runway footprint, and handling, while aiming for faster, higher-altitude cruise and turbine dispatch characteristics. Performance, avionics, and useful load vary notably by conversion provider, donor airframe, and installed options, so comparing individual aircraft is more meaningful than comparing “the model” in the abstract.
Mission Fit
Typical use cases are 300–900 nm legs with one to three passengers, using flight levels to ride above weather and improve ride quality. It can serve as a step into turbine operations for experienced owner-pilots, but the single-engine turboprop risk profile and insurance/training requirements should match the intended utilization. Because Jetprops are conversions, specific mission suitability depends on the exact PT6 variant, propeller, gross weight limits, and avionics fit.
Cabin
Cabin experience is driven by the PA-46 fuselage: a pressurized, club-style cabin with an aft cabin area and separate baggage volume, generally comfortable for up to four adults on typical stage lengths. Compared with piston PA-46s, turbine conversions can change cabin noise and vibration characteristics depending on propeller type, insulation, and mounts. Environmental and oxygen system details depend on the donor model and conversion kit, so it is worth validating pressurization performance and cabin comfort features on the specific aircraft.