Piper Aircraft PA-46 Malibu

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Piper PA-46 Malibu G-KNCG parked on the ramp—a versatile and pressurized general aviation workhorse.

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Aircraft

PA-46 Malibu PA46

White and burgundy with black trim

G-KNCG

Registration

Manufacturer

Piper Aircraft

Gear

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max back triple camera 2.22mm f/2.2

Achievements

Vintage Voyager

Badge earned

Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 75.0

Nice profile of G-KNCG with clear reg, but overcast skies and cluttered background reduce impact.

Location

Signature Hangar Gate 5

London Luton Airport · LTN/EGGW

51.8782, -0.3823

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London Luton Airport LTN

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

First pressurized, single-engine piston aircraft in general aviation.

Fleet Rarity

Common in general aviation, especially in Europe/US.

Record Flights

Popular for transcontinental general aviation flights.

Safety & Events

Subject of notable incidents, including weather-related accidents and high-profile incidents due to pressurization/safety issues.

Future Outlook

Still flying, actively produced and operated worldwide.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A (for Malibu Meridian variant) or Continental TSIO-550 (for piston variant)

Engine

13.1 m

Wingspan

8.8 m

Length

2,055 km

Range

300-400 km/h

Speed

6 passengers

Capacity

1973 kg

MTOW

3.4 m

Height

260-500 hp (varies by model)

Thrust

Approx. 72 dB (varies), no specific ICAO rating

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