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M-6 FADEC

Malibu M-6 is the formal name given to our most exciting project to-date.  M-6 features the powerful TCM TSIOF-550-J Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) engine, complimented by the stylish and effective Hartzell 3-blade composite propeller and our popular M-1 cooling mod.  The M-6 conversion will be available for both the PA-46 310P (Malibu) and the PA-46 350P (Mirage). 

Throughout this STC process, we have worked closely with TCM to develop this new engine specifically for the M-6 FADEC project.  During all phases of ground and flight operations, the FADEC system monitors conditions that affect aircraft performance and individually monitors and controls each cylinder based on collected data.  As a result, the FADEC system increases aircraft power, decreases fuel usage and provides engine diagnostic information, which can be downloaded and monitored on demand.

The FADEC system is controlled by redundant electronic components, which constantly monitor multiple sensors producing data and reacts to changing conditions before a human would even be aware of them.  FADEC then optimizes ignition timing and fuel injection for each cylinder, resulting in optimum power with minimum fuel usage.

The new TSIOF-550-J engine features:

  • Full FADEC engine management
  • Single-lever power control
  • Larger turbochargers
  • Higher capacity alternators
  • Improved exhaust design to increase durability
  • Tapered cylinder barrel fins for weight reduction

The Malibu M-6 incorporates a single-lever power control that brings turbine simplicity to a piston powered aircraft.  The FADEC system has built-in redundancy for all components, which means the system always performs as expected, even in the case of partial electrical failure.

Our extensive flight-testing has shown an increase of 15 knots in cruise along with increased fuel economy. 

Click here to learn  more about the M6 FADEC system or Contact Malibu Aerospace.