Development Capabilities
At Malibu Aerospace, we provide a wide range of development capabilities that offer creative, usable enhancements for Piper aircraft. Our custom solutions are backed by decades of experience, and are guaranteed to fit your needs.
The experts at Malibu utilize advanced technologies that improve the performance, safety, and efficiency of every airplane that comes through our hanger, to ensure each project remains on schedule and on budget. Our capabilities are engineered to maximize utilization and cost effectiveness for your aircraft.
Component Design & Development
Our dedicated staff of engineers, DARs, and DERs have decades of experience in designing and developing aircraft components, electrical systems, and avionics. From engine redesign to LED lighting, the experts at Malibu Aerospace can enhance nearly every component or system on your aircraft.
If you have a specific component that needs design and development, contact us for more information.
Structural Design & Analysis
At Malibu Aerospace, we incorporate top line CAD and FEA software into every project we work on for exact specificity in designing appropriate solutions. Our test aircraft are heavily instrumented, and our custom Data Acquisition Systems measure all conceivable data points, which identify deficiencies and inform our engineering solutions.
Contact Malibu Aerospace for research, design, or development solutions.
Data Acquisition (DAQ)
Our engineering staff developed a series of effective data acquisition systems that collect, organize, evaluate, and present complex data for various aeronautics projects. We are well equipped to work with other aviation equipment integrators to accomplish the same great results.
Get in touch with Malibu Aerospace for more information.
Aircraft Interior Component Design
At Malibu Aerospace, we create custom interior cabinets for PA-46 aircraft. Our process for testing and receiving approval for single or multiple installations will expedite construction and improve cost-effectiveness.
If you’d like to discuss the possibility for re-imaging your aircraft interior, contact Malibu Aerospace.
Electrical System Design
We have experience in designing, developing, and constructing complex electrical systems that meet the strict requirements of the aviation industry. At Malibu Aerospace, our system and logic are well accepted by the Piper, FAA, and other industry professionals.
If you have an electrical system that requires professional guidance, contact us for support.
Project Management
At Malibu Aerospace, we manage projects with accuracy and understanding. From conception through budgeting, research, production, and support, our deeply involved Operations Manager ensures your project stays on schedule and budget. No matter the scope or scale of your project, our approach remains the same – to provide you with excellent service and dedication to improving the performance, safety, and efficiency of your aircraft.
Get in touch with the professionals at Malibu Aerospace to learn more about our process.
Aircraft Upgrades
Malibu Aerospace has experience gaining Standard Type Certificate (STC) approval for products and managing certification programs for aircraft manufacturers. Our engineers are among the most experienced and accomplished on PA-46 aircraft, and we offer cost-effective solutions for the development and certification of new components or entire aircraft.
Contact Malibu Aerospace to turn your aircraft ideas into reality.
DER/DAR Services
Our engineering staff manages a wide range of design, testing, and certification projects. At Malibu Aerospace, we craft interior component design, engine and accessory modification, and major airframe and systems improvements. We work with Designated Airworthiness Representatives (DAR) and Designated Engineering Representatives (DER) frequently for many services performed at Malibu Aerospace. We also have airworthiness inspection capabilities for conformity inspections, manufacturing inspections, standard or experimental inspections, and export certificates.
Contact us for more information on our DER/DAR expertise.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY...
Today I flew back from SJC (San Jose Intl) to FNL (Fort Collins-Loveland) at FL250. My Malibu has the TSIO550 engine mod, it's Hgh-Speed Cruise is 32.5"Hg. In the past, I was never able to run at 32.5" manifold pressure above about FL220: the cylinder head temps were right on the red line on my analog gauge...
Today I flew back from SJC (San Jose Intl) to FNL (Fort Collins-Loveland) at FL250. My Malibu has t...
View All TestimonialsMalibu Aerospace took a PA46 rookie and made him feel like he had owned the aircraft for years. Between Malibu Aerospace who managed the acquisition of the aircraft, Doug Hiltz and his team performing the pre-buy inspection and annual, and Brad Ludlow for orchestrating a great customer experience, I felt like I ha...
Malibu Aerospace took a PA46 rookie and made him feel like he had owned the aircraft for years. Betw...
View All TestimonialsI've flown six hours the past two days and the plane is doing great. I love how responsive it is to the yoke movements now. I think the greatest improvement is in the engine CHT temps and rate of climb. In the past, I could never get better than a 500 FPM climb past 10,000'. It seemed like it didn't want to go and...
I've flown six hours the past two days and the plane is doing great. I love how responsive it is to ...
View All TestimonialsI love my M-5 conversion. I've owned my plane for 6 years. When I got it, I had my 520 rebuilt. As it came time to rebuild it again, I checked out all options. This option made sense on all levels. With 20 plus years of Hindsight, this is what the Malibu wanted to be in the beginning. A little more engine ...
I love my M-5 conversion. I've owned my plane for 6 years. When I got it, I had my 520 rebuilt. A...
View All TestimonialsRecently, I purchased a 2001 Piper Meridian for use in my business. After going through the aircraft selection and purchase transaction, I can say with total confidence that using Malibu Aerospace was the best decision I made in the process. Malibu Aerospace are the P46/PA46 type specialists. They not only fix the...
Recently, I purchased a 2001 Piper Meridian for use in my business. After going through the aircraft...
View All TestimonialsThe plane flew like a charm. I did the 65% 70% and 75% power for an hour each as you suggested. Had to use higher fuel setting than usual to keep CHT's below 380 but it was hot out down south. The CHT's were slightly higher than usual as you mentioned. I couldn't believe the engine on run up and takeoff roll - t...
The plane flew like a charm. I did the 65% 70% and 75% power for an hour each as you suggested. Had ...
View All TestimonialsI have been treated like a new friend by everyone at Malibu that I have interacted with, whether by Brad or Doug, but also Mark, Tom, Wilder & Rhett! Everyone has made such a great impression on me that remembering their names has been easy. I look forward to coming back and seeing everyone again in a couple of w...
I have been treated like a new friend by everyone at Malibu that I have interacted with, whether by ...
View All TestimonialsOur Meridian was returned on March 2nd upon completion of its Annual and the installation of a Garmin GFC 600. We have now had an opportunity to fly several hours. Everything is working perfectly, our client experience was excellent. As you will recall we had a re-occurring problem with the pitot heat for the le...
Our Meridian was returned on March 2nd upon completion of its Annual and the installation of a Garmi...
View All TestimonialsThe cooling mod worked wonders for my 08 Matrix. Unless you know what you're looking for, you won't even notice that the mod was done from a cosmetic standpoint. CHTs dropped by 30-40deg across the board. I think Piper should buy the STC and incorporate it on the line. It's that valuable!
The cooling mod worked wonders for my 08 Matrix. Unless you know what you're looking for, you won't ...
View All TestimonialsEveryone’s responsiveness makes a big difference and that has come both while the plane is in house for repairs/annuals or during the year to owner questions. I also appreciated you going the distance along with the prop shop to get MT to participate in those repairs. I have also shown your software platform to a ...
Everyone’s responsiveness makes a big difference and that has come both while the plane is in house ...
View All TestimonialsLED Lights! The way your LED taxi lights came very handy on my first trip after installation: I was flying into KPDK late in the afternoon, with the sun low on the horizon, directly on my tail. There was oncoming traffic at my 12 o'clock climbing out of KPDK and ATC called him to advise of me. About 3 seconds ...
LED Lights! The way your LED taxi lights came very handy on my first trip after installation: I was ...
View All TestimonialsI would like to thank you for your wonderful service and co-operation during our pre-buy and delivery process of my airplane. I couldn’t have asked for better support from your staff, everyone was so helpful. I needed my database updated at the last minute to fly IFR, it was done before 8am the next day when I arr...
I would like to thank you for your wonderful service and co-operation during our pre-buy and deliver...
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