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Aircraft Manufacturer Piper Aircraft Announces New Model in its Line of High-Performance Aircraft
United States headquartered Piper Aircraft, Inc. announced a new model in its PA46 line of high-performance aircraft—the Piper M700 FURY—a single-engine, 700 shaft horsepower, cabin-class turboprop.
The Piper M700 FURY represents the first step towards a new generation of the M-Class family, outperforming past PA46 models and several competitive aircraft in performance, operational cost efficiencies, and overall value. Powered by the Pratt & Whitney PT6A-52 engine, the M700 FURY boasts a maximum cruise speed of 301 ktas with a max range of 1,149 nm / 1,849 km (at max cruise speed, 1,424 nm at normal cruise speed) while maintaining its Basic Med compliant 6,000-pound MGTOW limit.
At a 301-knot max cruise speed, the M700 FURY stands alone as the fastest single-engine aircraft in Piper’s enviable 87-year, 134,000 unit production history, and it’s the second fastest model of all time. Only the mighty Piper Cheyenne 400LS turbine twin is faster.
Key performance highlights in different phases of flight include:
- Take-off Performance – TOFL distance over a 50’ obstacle at SL, STD day MGTOW is a classleading 1,994 ft., representing a 641 ft., 24 percent improvement when compared to the M600 SLS that it replaces. That TOFL performance is also 1,198 ft. (38 percent) shorter than a competing single-engine jet.
- Initial Climb – after a MGTOW departure, the M700 enjoys a class-leading 2,048 fpm climb rate, 32 percent better than the M600.
- Climb to Altitude – settled into the climb, the M700 FURY reaches a comfortable FL250 in 13.9 minutes (34 percent quicker than the M600) after covering a short 34-mile distance (35 percent less distance than prior) while only burning 97 lbs. of fuel (25 percent less fuel than the M600 and nearly 50% less fuel than a single-engine jet competitor).
- Cruise – 301-knot max cruise speed.
- Landing Performance – Landing over a 50 ft. obstacle, the M700 FURY continues its classleading performance, achieving a 26 percent reduction versus the M600 and within half the ground roll distance of some competitors.
“The M700 FURY is a beautifully efficient, cross-country thoroughbred that gives our customers a performance-based flight experience with economics never seen before,” said Piper President and CEO John Calcagno. “We listened, and we delivered. The M700 FURY encompasses power, performance and the most advanced safety measures available today and an overall value proposition that is extremely compelling to individuals and corporate flight departments alike.”
Airframe changes to accommodate the more powerful engine include a redesigned, more efficient intake plenum that improves ram air recovery, new engine mount assemblies and an improved exhaust stack design that maximizes residual thrust.
The M700 FURY features Garmin’s G3000® avionics system—a touchscreen-controlled glass flight deck. The G3000 avionics suite is the most sophisticated Garmin technology available and offers the most comprehensive, intuitive and technologically advanced package in today’s market. It all comes standard in the M700 FURY along with the HALO Safety System (including Garmin’s Autoland technology) that was first certified in the M600/SLS.
The new model will retain Garmin’s PlaneSync™ technology, which includes a 4G LTE Cellular and WiFi® datalink that enables new avionics capabilities to streamline an aircraft owner’s pre-flight and post-flight activities. Piper is also first-to-market with Garmin’s remote aircraft status capability enabling owners to remotely check the fuel quantity, aircraft location, oil temperature, battery voltage, the current METAR at the aircraft’s location and more via the Garmin Pilot™ application. PlaneSync technology also automatically downloads databases wirelessly while the aircraft is powered down and the owner is away from the aircraft.
This new aircraft includes six (6) new interior schemes, featuring new leathers and aesthetically styled seats that have been thoughtfully crafted with the customer in mind.
FAA certification for the aircraft will be achieved before the end of Q1, 2024 with deliveries starting immediately thereafter. International validations for Canada, EASA, the UK, and Brazil will be achieved in the second half of 2024, with customer deliveries in those regions before the end of the year.
About Piper Aircraft
Piper Aircraft Inc., headquartered in Vero Beach, FL, offers aviators throughout the world efficient and reliable single- and twin-engine aircraft and is the first general aviation aircraft manufacturer in the world to certify Garmin Autoland. The single-engine M-Class series–the M700 FURY, M500, and M350–offers businesses and individuals elegant performance, value, and a superior ownership experience. The Personal Class Archer LX and Archer DLX balance proven performance, efficiency, and simplicity in a piston-powered aircraft. The Trainer Class Pilot 100i, Archer TX, Archer DX, and Seminole aircraft form the most complete technically-advanced line of pilot training aircraft in the world. Piper is a member of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association.
Source: Piper Aircraft
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Harnessing the pioneering spirit of Bessie Coleman, Ms. Bartee has actively contributed to high school aviation days at Unbridled Air, organized Girls in Aviation Day at Equus Flight Academy- Salem Campus, and engaged in speaking engagements at career days and summer camps for all age groups. Recognizing the need for increased diversity in the aviation industry, she has been a driving force in expanding aviation education to marginalized communities, advocating for inclusivity across various aviation professions, from aircraft maintenance to air traffic control, engineering, design, commercial drone operations, airport management, and beyond.
As a licensed real estate agent with Polo Real Estate Group, a board member of the local non-profit “I Would Rather Be Reading,” and a longstanding member of Centennial Olivet Baptist Church, Ms. Bartee is deeply rooted in the Louisville community along with her children, Ivoree, Nevaeh, Alfonso II, and John. Inspired by the stark underrepresentation of African American pilots, especially women, she has embraced her role as a student pilot, a member of the Organization of Black Aviation Professionals (OBAP), and Women in Aviation International.
Ebony Bartee’s pioneering spirit extends beyond her passion for aviation, as evidenced by her coordination of a Bessie Coleman Day event at Simmons College of Kentucky on Friday, January 26th. This event aims to honor the birthday of the aviation pioneer Bessie Coleman, introducing Equus Flight Academy to the students and faculty at Simmons while inviting anyone interested in aviation to attend.
With her appointment as Senior Vice-President, Ms. Bartee joins a small group of women of color with her ownership in a flight school. Alongside fellow owners Amy Abbott (President), Shannon Weidekamp (CEO), and Tim Peace (Director of Operations), Equus Flight Academy proudly stands as a majority Woman Owned Business, further solidifying its commitment to inclusivity and excellence in aviation. They look forward to the continued impact of this partnership with Ebony Bartee, inspiring a new generation of diverse aviators.
Source: Equus Flight Academy
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In this special role, Carter will actively participate in L3Harris Flight Academy social media channels, showcasing his journey through flight training at the academy. Not to mention he will also be helping to showcase their vast fleet of Piper Aircraft, including the Piper Archer PA28, and multi-engine Piper Seminole PA44.
Read more about the Piper Brand Ambassador Program.
In August 2022 Piper Aircraft announced the expansion of their Brand Ambassador program to include the L3Harris Flight Academy in Sanford, Florida. The L3Harris Flight Academy was Piper Aircraft’s first nondegree-seeking ambassador partner school and their first flight school in the southeastern United States at the time.
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“Each of these new ambassadors has a unique story and career path that led them to the aviation industry, bringing a different perspective to those considering a career as a professional pilot. Their passion for aviation and Piper products is palpable, and we are excited to watch them grow through their flight training,” said Jackie Carlon, Senior Director of Marketing and Corporate Communications. “We have full confidence that these ambassadors will represent both brands well, and inspire future generations to embark on the many exciting career opportunities that exist within the aviation industry.”
Hear from Carter
“After taking a Discovery Flight four years ago, a day hasn’t passed that I haven’t dreamt of flying. Fast forward one year and I finally began my private pilot training back home in Michigan. As I sat at my desk every day working, I saw the planes flying over and knew that the sky was where I belonged. I made the leap, left my job, and enrolled at L3Harris Flight Academy in Sanford, FL. After touring several schools, it was clear L3Harris was the best choice for me. I was impressed by the size of the fleet, the facilities and maintenance, and all of the resources and help they offer to students to reach their goals.
I am currently training for my commercial rating and am excited to complete all of my ratings in 2024! The Piper brand is special to me because I began my training and completed my Private Pilot License in a Piper Warrior, and wherever I end up in my career, Piper will always be where I started. I am excited to be a Piper student ambassador to share the pleasure it is to train in a Piper aircraft with future students and encourage them to join this incredible community of aviators.”
Source: L3Harris
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About Global Crossing Airlines
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About CAE
At CAE we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying software-based simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, cabin crew, airlines, defence and security forces and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in approximately 250 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents more than 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight, mission and medical simulators and training programs powered by digital technologies. We embed sustainability in everything we do. Today and tomorrow, we’ll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter.
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This agreement entrusts KF Aerospace to market, sell, and lease Grob products and pilot training services throughout Canada and the United States.
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About KF Aerospace
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Source: KF Aerospace
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