Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Professionally converted to JetProp DLX configuration in 2007, powered by Pratt & Whitney PT6A-35 engine
- 1,125 total airframe hours, 853 hours since new on the engine (subject to increase as regularly flown)
- Full upgraded Garmin avionics suite: Dual G500TXI 10" PFDs, 7" engine display, GFC600 autopilot w/ ESP, GTN750xi & GTN650xi NAV/COM, GTX345R (ADSB in/out), GTX330ES, GDL69 XM, Flightstream 510 Bluetooth, GI275 standby, GWX75 digital radar
- MT propeller with extended nickel leading edges
- Long range fuel tanks plus additional 20-gallon header tank
- Upgraded Beringer wheels and high-performance brakes
- Stronger wing spar (1999 model feature)
- Rear electric heater, LED landing, taxi/pulse, and position/strobe lights
- Emergency oxygen bottle behind pilot’s seat
- 2 pin & limo headset jacks at 6 positions
- Original paint and interior, always hangered and in good condition
- Performance: 260 KTAS at FL270, 950 NM+ reserves range
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.