Malibu's Principles
At Malibu Aerospace, we’ve implemented a process that incorporates our most-valued principles: we listen, research, design, test, and deliver. Over the years, we’ve refined that process so that we can consistently deliver aviation solutions and services of the highest quality and efficiency. Learn more about our principles and our time-tested process:
Listen
As pilots and aviation enthusiasts ourselves, equipped with decades of industry knowledge, the experts at Malibu Aerospace understand both the needs of the individual owner-pilot and the stresses of corporate operations. Because we are deeply involved with pilots, owners, and operators who face similar challenges, we recognize the true strengths and weaknesses of the aircraft we fly. We listen and tailor our process to confront real-world challenges with proven solutions.
Research
Our ability to craft effective solutions depends on thorough research. The experts at Malibu Aerospace have decades of industry experience in analyzing aircraft deficiencies, and understand that time spent conducting research will result in lower costs and higher reliability. Our respect for Piper airplanes drives us to better understand every single component so that we can better maintain and improve each aircraft. The Malibu Aerospace Data Acquisition system allows us to monitor hundreds of parameters of your aircraft during STC testing and development to perfectly measure under real-world conditions.
Design
Malibu Aerospace is renowned for innovative improvements on others’ systems that simply don’t live up to our standard. Comprehensive engineering resources and experience, fuel our creativity to develop new solutions that improve the performance, safety, and efficiency of PA-46 airplanes. From our Turbine Compressor Wash Kit and M5 STC to the Malibu Advantage software used to diagnose deficiencies, we push the envelope to refine the industry standard.
Test
We fly hundreds of hours each year to test our designs and gather data. For each hour in flight, we spend dozens more on the ground designing new tests, analyzing performance, and reviewing metrics. Our strategically disciplined approach ensures accuracy and safety. If you have a development program under consideration, our team of highly professional engineers and project managers will work with you to craft swift and cost-effective solutions.
Deliver
At Malibu Aerospace, integrity is at the core of everything we do. Expertise, ideas, and engineering are useless if we don’t deliver high quality, effective solutions on time and on budget. Our dedicated team works with you, backed by research, engineering, and maintenance resources that deliver. Contact us to learn more about our expertise and proven track record.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS HAVE TO SAY...
The 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 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 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 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 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 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 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...
View All TestimonialsToday 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 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 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...
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