Piper PA-46 Malibu family
The Piper PA-46 Malibu line on this site has two variants. Length runs from the PA-46 Malibu to the PA-46 Malibu Meridian, a spread of 0.7 ft (2.4%). Every variant has the same wingspan. Maximum takeoff weight grows by 17.3% from the lightest variant to the heaviest. All share Design Group I and Approach Category A.
The PA-46 Malibu Meridian has the 4th-shortest length among the 68 turboprops on this site. The PA-46 Malibu Meridian has the 3rd-lowest maximum takeoff weight among the 63 turboprops on this site with a published figure. The PA-46 Malibu Meridian has the 5th-shortest wheelbase among the 67 turboprops on this site with a published figure.
Every variant, shortest first
| Variant | Wingspan | Length | Tail height | Max. takeoff weight | Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piper PA-46 Malibu | 43.0 ft | 28.9 ft | 11.3 ft | 4,340 lb | I-A |
| Piper PA-46 Malibu Meridian | 43.0 ft | 29.6 ft | 11.3 ft | 5,092 lb | I-A |
Source: FAA Aircraft Characteristics Database, October 2024 release. How we measure.