Charter a Piper M600/SLS Turboprop

Piper built the M600 as a genuine step up from the M500, not just a rebadge: a redesigned wing, upgraded digital controls, and Garmin G3000 avionics replace the M500's G1000 suite. The result is greater real capability in the same compact, affordable single-engine category, at a price point still well below that of a light jet.

The single most distinctive feature on this aircraft is Garmin Autoland, sometimes called Halo. If the pilot becomes unable to fly, a passenger can press a single button, and the aircraft will automatically select a suitable airport, navigate there, communicate with air traffic control, and land itself. 

Few aircraft in any category, jet or turboprop, offer anything comparable, and it is worth understanding as a genuine safety capability rather than marketing language.

Piper publishes a maximum range of up to 1,658 nautical miles for the M600/SLS, a figure achieved at long-range cruise settings (184 knots) with a light payload; at a normal 257-knot cruise the published range is about 1,385 nautical miles. 

Realistic IFR range with standard reserves and a typical passenger load runs meaningfully lower than either published figure. This is worth confirming for any route near the edge of the aircraft's stated range, since the published number assumes conditions a full charter rarely matches exactly.

Piper introduced the M600 in 2015 at the AERO Friedrichshafen air show as an evolution of the M500. A single Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-42A engine, Garmin G3000 avionics, and the Garmin Autoland safety system define this generation.

The M600 is not simply a renamed M500. Piper gave it a genuinely different wing, upgraded digital flight controls, and moved the cockpit from the M500's Garmin G1000 to the more capable G3000 suite, which is what makes Garmin Autoland possible on this aircraft in the first place. The result is real, measurable capability gained over the M500, not just a model-year refresh.

A turboprop trades a light jet's higher cruise speed for a meaningfully lower hourly rate. At $1,400–$2,000 per hour, the Piper M600/SLS costs well below a light jet such as the Citation CJ3, though it carries fewer passengers and covers less distance nonstop.

• Lower cost: $1,300 to $2,500 per hour versus $2,300 to $3,800 for a light jet.
• Fewer seats: up to 5 passengers versus 5 to 9 for most light jets.
• Unique safety system: Garmin Autoland is not available on most light jets in this price range.
• Best mission: short to medium regional trips for 2 to 5 passengers where cost and the Autoland safety net matter more than cabin size.

The M600/SLS seats up to five passengers, with three to four as the practical, comfortable configuration for charter use.

• Hand-trimmed leather seating and a selection of interior color schemes are standard.
• A private lavatory and a PiperAire air-conditioning system are included for passenger comfort.
• USB charging ports and Bose A20 noise-reducing headsets support a more comfortable flight experience.
• Baggage is stored in a separate compartment, not accessible in flight; confirm allowance at booking for larger loads.

The M600/SLS performs best on short to medium regional routes where its lower hourly rate and Autoland safety system outweigh a light jet's speed and cabin advantage.

Piper M600/SLS charter rates run $1,400–$2,000 per flight hour, standard pricing within the single-engine turboprop category. Total one-way trip pricing depends on route distance, positioning, and demand. 

Contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573 for a current quote.

The $1,400–$2,000 hourly rate covers core operational costs. Additional fees are quoted separately on every trip, which matters when comparing total trip prices.

• Aircraft operation: fuel, crew, and maintenance are included in the hourly rate.
• Pilot: the M600/SLS is certified for single-pilot operation; some operators fly it with two.
• Federal excise tax and segment fees: federally mandated, quoted separately.
• Positioning costs: charged if the aircraft must reposition to your departure airport.
• International handling fees: apply on Caribbean, Canada, and other international hops.

Contact Hogani Jets for current pricing and details.

The most common cross-shop comparisons are the Piper M500, its smaller and less expensive predecessor, and the Socata TBM 700, a competing single-engine turboprop with a higher cruise speed. The M600/SLS wins on Autoland and real range; the M500 wins on hourly cost, and the TBM 700 wins on outright cruise speed.

Every Piper M600/SLS charter operator's Part 135 certificate, insurance coverage, and safety record is independently reviewed before booking.

The M600/SLS is certified for single-pilot operation and carries a Garmin G3000 avionics suite with Autoland, synthetic vision, terrain awareness, and traffic alerting. Hogani Jets does not operate the aircraft. 

Every M600/SLS charter is conducted by a licensed Part 135 direct air carrier whose crew, maintenance, and operations remain under that carrier's independent operational control.

The Piper M600/SLS is a strong fit on short to medium regional legs for small groups where its lower hourly rate and Autoland system outperform a light jet's higher cost. The following Hogani Jets route pages cover its most relevant charter corridors.

• New York to Miami private jet charter
• New York to Nantucket private jet charter
• Van Nuys to Las Vegas private jet charter

Ready to book a Piper M600/SLS charter or check availability? Contact Hogani Jets for a tailored quote. Call +1-855-660-0573 or email charter@hoganijets.com, and our team will coordinate the right aircraft and operator for your trip.