Piper 1998 PA-46-350P Malibu Mirage

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Key Takeaways:

  • The article details the specifications for the Piper 1998 PA-46-350P Malibu Mirage, powered by a 350 hp Lycoming TIO-540AE2A engine.
  • This aircraft offers a seating capacity of 5, a useful load of 1252 lbs, and a 120-gallon fuel capacity.
  • Key performance metrics include a cruise speed ranging from 215 to 225 knots and a maximum range of 990 to 1056 nautical miles.
  • It has a service ceiling of 25,000 feet, a best rate of climb of 1218 fpm, and requires 1530 ft for takeoff ground roll.
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Engine make/model: Lyc. TIO-540AE2A
Horsepower: 350
TBO hrs.: 2000
Propeller: Const. spd.
Landing gear type: Tri/Retr.
Gross weight (lbs.): 4300
Empty weight, std. (lbs.): 3048
Useful load, std. (lbs.): 1252
Fuel (gals.): 120
Wingspan: 43 ft.
Overall length: 28 ft. 7 in.
Height: 11 ft. 6 in.
Wing area (sq. ft.): 175
Seating capacity: 5
Cabin width (in.): 50
Cabin height (in.): 47
Baggage capacity (lbs.): 200
PERFORMANCE
Cruise speed (kts.):
75% power: 225
65% power: 215
Max range (w/ reserve) (nm):
75% power: 990
65% power: 1056
Fuel consumption (gph):
75% power: 20
65% power: 18
Estimated endurance (65% power with 1-hr. reserve): 5 hrs. 30 mins.
Stall speed (gear, flaps down) (knots): 60
Best rate of climb (fpm): 1218
Service ceiling (ft.): 25,000
Takeoff ground roll (ft.): 1530
Landing ground roll (ft.): 1018

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