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Used Aircraft Guide: Piper Malibu and Mirage ‘Cheap’ for What They Do

Flying Magazine

Anyone contemplating buying one should be ready to pay what we consider to be substantial maintenance bills, with the reward being fast cruise speeds above the weather in pressurized comfort and with reasonable payload. Sharp stick-and-rudder work in crosswinds is a must. We think that fairly sums up the Malibu.

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Accident Briefs—August 2025

Plane and Pilot

He said that as he approached the airport, the reported weather indicated the wind was aligned with the runway. During the approach, he noted that the windsock showed a left crosswind, and he adjusted the approach using crosswind control correction for the left crosswind.

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Getting a Second Opinion

Plane and Pilot

He knows its history better than anyone and is responsible for performing the next annual inspection, thereby determining its fate. You’ve heard of owners running an engine 500 hours beyond the recommended overhaul time, and you’d like to get input on that. Your first stop needs to be the mechanic who takes care of your bird.

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Getting a Second Opinion

Plane and Pilot

He knows its history better than anyone and is responsible for performing the next annual inspection, thereby determining its fate. You’ve heard of owners running an engine 500 hours beyond the recommended overhaul time, and you’d like to get input on that. Your first stop needs to be the mechanic who takes care of your bird.