Piper Meridian

Operating costs & specifications · Turboprops

$478,425annual budget · 325 hrs/yr

$1,015variable cost / hour

$3.83cost per nm

45.0gph fuel burn

$995,000avg pre-owned asking

Annual cost breakdown

	Low use	High use
Hours / year	200	325
Fuel	$64,800	$105,300
Fixed	$148,550	$148,550
Variable	$203,000	$329,875
Total / hour	$1,758	$1,472

Performance & dimensions

Range	1,100 nm
Cruise speed	225 kts · 259 mph
Seating	1 crew + 5 passengers
Cabin H × W × L	3' 10" × 4' 2" × 12' 3"
Interior volume	201 ft³
Takeoff / landing	2000 ft / 1400 ft

About this plane

The Piper Meridian has a variable operating cost of $947 per hour, delivering impressive performance and value in the single-engine turboprop category. With a range of 500 nautical miles and a normal cruise speed of 265 knots (305 mph), the Meridian is well-suited for personal, corporate, and light charter missions. Burning just 45 gallons of fuel per hour, the Piper Meridian offers outstanding efficiency and operational savings. The cabin of the Piper Meridian measures 3'10" high, 4'2" wide, and 12'3" long, providing a total interior volume of 201 cubic feet. This configuration comfortably accommodates up to 6 occupants, including the pilot, in a pressurized cabin with luxurious executive seating and refined appointments. Requiring only 2,000 feet of runway for takeoff and 1,400 feet for landing, the Piper Meridian excels in accessing short and remote airfields while maintaining strong cruise performance. As a high-performing entry-level turboprop, the Meridian remains a preferred choice for operators seeking cost-effective, short-field capability with modern cabin comfort and reliability. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Piper Meridian 's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.