In 1983, when many manufacturers were pulling back or calling it quits, Piper introduced a totally new aircraft design. The PA-46 Malibu revolutionized personal aviation and came at a time when the industry truly needed a boost. It took three years of study and dedication to get the first Malibu into the air. The pressurized, six-place, single-engine – more... aircraft provided the creature comforts and amenities of many small business jets, but for a fraction of the price and operating cost. It immediately captured the imagination of owner-pilots, especially those who used their own aircraft for business. In 1988, an up-graded version, the Malibu Mirage, was introduced. With the Mirage as its flagship, Piper took a bold step when it announced the development of a single engine turboprop, the Malibu Meridian in the Fall of 1997. This unique aircraft came off the drawing boards and became a reality when the first prototype was unveiled in August of 1998, and the first flight took place a month later. Deliveries of the first production Meridians began just two years later, putting the Piper name on another historic achievement. Piper has built on the solid foundation established in Pennsylvania almost 70 years ago. Today, Piper is the only general aviation manufacturer to offer a complete line of aircraft for every general aviation mission, from trainers and high-performance aircraft for personal and business use to turbine-powered business aircraft. In its 70-year history, Piper has produced more than 144,000 aircraft, and has developed more than 180 models. Piper covers the global marketplace with 80 sales and service centers worldwide. "Piper has a rich heritage and reputation for developing and building products and features the general aviation marketplace wants and needs, and we will continue in that tradition by improving and strengthening our customer relationships, providing our customers with an unparalleled ownership experience and continuing to be the premier provider of aircraft in general aviation," says Bass. "The Piper Team is known for its dedication and commitment and is poised and eager to meet the challenges ahead of us." – less – More from ZoomInfo »
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