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    Piper Aircraft M600/SLS Now EASA-Certified For HALO Safety System, European Demos Scheduled
    Posted On: May 3, 2021
    The six-seat M600/SLS became the world’s first general-aviation aircraft to receive type certification for HALO from the Federal Aviation Administration in May 2020. ...
    New Flight Simulator Device Provides Piper Aircraft M600/SLS Training
    Posted On: February 11, 2021
    Authorized provider Legacy Flight Training offers time on the simulator as part of its program and says training on a simulator in addition to ground and flight training provides pilots with a higher degree of knowledge and readiness. ...
    FAA Certifies Piper Aircraft’s Pilot 100i Trainer, Deliveries Underway
    Posted On: December 18, 2020
    The first of eight Pilot 100-series value-priced trainers, introduced last April at the SUN ’n FUN trade show, have been delivered to launch partner American Flyers. ...
    Piper Meridians Eligible For Upgrade To FAA-Certified Garmin G1000 NXi Flight Deck
    Posted On: August 24, 2020
    Piper says the newer flight deck provides a number of additional features as well as faster processing and a smoother, more responsive display. ...
    Piper Aircraft Delivers Six Archer TX Trainers, Renews Purchase Agreement With ATP Flight School
    Posted On: July 22, 2020
    The national flight school operates 47 training facilities and a fleet of more than 400 aircraft. ...
    Piper Delivers Portion Of Order For Seminoles & Archers To Spartan College Of Aeronautics & Technology
    Posted On: June 16, 2020
    Per the agreement, the school will receive another 10 Archers by the end of the year. ...
    Piper M600 SLS Becomes First Aircraft FAA-Certified For HALO Safety System
    Posted On: May 20, 2020
    HALO is part of the Garmin G3000 avionics suite, which also offers Auto-Throttle, Emergency Descent Mode, Electronic Stability and Protection, Surface Watch, Safe Taxi, Flight Stream Connectivity, and other technologies. ...
    Piper Aircraft Donates Equipment To Cleveland Clinic To Aid Fight Against COVID-19
    Posted On: April 1, 2020
    The manufacturer recently announced it will be donating more 1,300 N95 masks and producing face shields from its factory to support the Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. ...
    Piper Aircraft Launches 'HALO Over America' U.S. Tour, Demonstrates M600 SLS Plane’s Safety Features
    Posted On: February 13, 2020
    The tour will include stops at each of Piper’s U.S. dealer headquarters, and within each dealer’s regional territory, so that potential customers can see the M600 SLS’ Autoland technology up close. ...
    Piper Introduces New M600 SLS Variant, First General Aviation Model Worldwide With Autoland Functionality
    Posted On: November 8, 2019
    The airplane is certified for use with Garmin’s HALO Safety System, part of the G3000 avionics suite, which constantly monitors “all aircraft system parameters and real-time external inputs” and can take over if needed. ...
    Piper Aircraft M600 Turboprop To Use First Production Part Using 3D Technology
    Posted On: July 31, 2019
    The aircraft manufacturer began developing its 3D printing manufacturing process in Q3 2018, and now has developed a production part for the environmental ducting of the M600. ...
    Piper Announces New Piper Pilot 100 & Pilot 100i Trainer Models For 2020 Availability
    Posted On: April 5, 2019
    Piper Aircraft used the recent Sun N’ Fun International Fly-In & Expo to announce it has added two new value-priced models to its trainer-class lineup. ...
    Piper Aircraft Inks Largest Civilian Fleet Order In Company History With L3 Commercial Aviation
    Posted On: April 5, 2019
    In a deal proclaimed as the “largest civilian fleet order in its history, Piper Aircraft announced that L3 Commercial Aviation has ordered up to 240 new Piper aircraft to expand and modernize its trainer fleet. ...
    Piper Reports 126 Percent Increase In Arrow, Archer, & Seminole Trainer Sales
    Posted On: August 8, 2018
    Piper Aircraft reports that it experienced a 126 percent increase in sales of its trainer models for Q2 2018 compared to Q2 2017. ...
    Piper Aircraft’s Q2 2018 Shows Continued Growth, Trainers & M-Class Deliveries Lead The Way
    Posted On: August 7, 2018
    More deliveries of its trainer models and M-Class series of business and personal use airplanes helped Piper Aircraft record $62.3 million in revenue for Q2 2018 based on 53 deliveries. ...
    Piper To Strut Its Stuff At EAA AirVenture 2018
    Posted On: July 12, 2018
    The aircraft company will hold a day-one press conference and display most of its aircraft line at the annual Oshkosh, Wisconsin, event. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 7/17/2026
    Find out about the latest Sandhills news, including AI to write your asset descriptions, the new UCC Search app, a new e-commerce solution, and more. ...
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    Auction & Realty Company Kiko Auctioneers Sees Quick Success, Future Growth With Sandhills
    Posted 7/16/2026
    Kiko Auctioneers began working with Sandhills in 2025, when the company partnered with Controller.com, Executive Controller, and Equipmentfacts to sell several Cessna and Embraer business jets, and has never looked back. ...
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    Cirrus Aircraft Aims To Transform Flight Training With New TRAC10
    Posted 7/14/2026
    Cirrus Aircraft has expanded its flight training aircraft lineup with the new TRAC10, a three-seat, single-engine aircraft designed specifically for professional, collegiate, and career-oriented flight schools. ...
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    Year-Over-Year Used Aircraft Inventory Levels Continue To Slide In June
    Posted 7/13/2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used jets, piston singles, and other aircraft on Sandhills platforms. ...
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    Dassault Aviation Completes Maiden Flight Of Falcon 10X Business Jet
    Posted 7/6/2026
    Dassault Aviation’s all-new Falcon 10X, designed to be the largest dedicated business jet in service, recently moved a step closer to certification after completing its maiden flight in France. ...
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    Supply Constraints Remain in Pre-Owned Aircraft Market as Inventory Levels Continue to Decline
    Posted 7/6/2026
    The newest Sandhills Global aviation market reports show continued year-over-year inventory decreases across several used aircraft categories in June. ...
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    AAI: How We Create FAA-Certified Specialized Repairs For King Air Landing Gear
    Posted 6/29/2026
    AAI explains how maintaining aircraft isn't just about replacing worn parts, it's also about knowing when and how to repair them the right way. ...
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    Bombardier Delivers First Global 8000 In Asia, Marking A Key Milestone For Ultra-Long-Range Aviation In The Region
    Posted 6/23/2026
    With a top speed of Mach 0.95, a range of 8,000 nautical miles, and access to 30% more airports than its closest rival, the Global 8000 sets a new benchmark for performance, flexibility, and productivity in business aviation. ...
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    Bombardier & Elie Saab Unveil ‘Haute Couture’ Cabin Design For Global 8000 Business Jet
    Posted 6/11/2026
    Bombardier and Lebanese fashion house Elie Saab have introduced a bespoke “haute couture of aviation” cabin design for the ultra-long-range Global 8000 business jet. ...
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    Inventory Levels Drop Across Most Aircraft Categories, Asking Prices Show Mixed Movement
    Posted 6/10/2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used jets, piston singles, and other aircraft on Sandhills platforms. ...
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