Aircraft Systems
An Assortment of Short Subjects Regarding PA46 Aircraft Systems

The Piper M600 G3000 Keeping an ECTM Log

Get a look at how the Garmin G3000 panel in the Piper M600 single engine turboprop aircraft can help you collect engine data for ECTM - Engine Condition Trend Monitoring. Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on an in-flight demonstration of the G3000 equipped Piper PA46 M600. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the Piper PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.

Piper M600 Demo Flight with Mike Murphy

The single-engine Piper M600 is more of what you want in luxury, performance and value. Operators call it the best value in its class because it was designed for owners who want extra range and speed without the inflated cost. The new clean-sheet wing is at the heart of the changes to the Piper M600 providing slick aerodynamics that help you go farther, faster without leaving anything or anyone behind. This video is sponsored by Dick Rochfort. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the Piper PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide. ​

PA46 Mirage Piston Engine Cruise Management

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on an in-flight demonstration of the techniques and procedures for S=setting up for cruise flight in a transicoil equipped Piper PA46 Mirage . Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging flight. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He also provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.


Weather Radar Tutorial - Part 1: How Weather Radar Works

This is part 1 of a three part video tutorial on the RDR 2000 color weather radar which is commonly found in the PA46 Matrix, Mirage and Meridian Aircraft. This video was originally produced by Honeywell, the equipment manufacturer and has been reproduced here in three parts by Master Instructor Dick Rochfort.


Weather Radar Tutorial - Part 2: How to Use Airborne Weather Radar

This is part 2 of a three part video tutorial on the RDR 2000 color weather radar which is commonly found in the PA46 Matrix, Mirage and Meridian Aircraft. This video was originally produced by Honeywell, the equipment manufacturer and has been reproduced here in three parts by Master Instructor Dick Rochfort.


Use of the Alternate Induction Air in the PA46 Mirage

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on this in-flight discussion on the use of alternate induction air in the PA46 Mirage. Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging flight. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.


Meridian Cabin Pressure Inflow System

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on this in-flight demonstration of the Cabin Pressure inflow system of the Piper PA46 Meridian . Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging flight. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.


The PA46 Meridian - Quick-Don Oxygen Mask

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on an in-flight demonstration of the quick-don oxygen mask in the Piper PA46 Meridian . Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging flight. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.


PA46 Cabin Pressure Controller - A Chalk Talk

A description of the PA46 Malibu Mirage and Meridian aircraft cabin pressure controller operation and some suggestions on how to get maximum comfort from this very simple pneumatic system. Produced by Richard W. Rochfort, ATP, CFII - Master Instructor - RWR Pilot Training - www.rwrpilottraining.com


PA46-500T Meridian Yaw Damper Trim Adjust

A 3 minute video which describes the proper method for adjusting the yaw damper vernier in the PA46-500T Meridian aircraft. It is produced and narrated by Master Instructor Dick Rochfort who provides training, relocation and other related services related to the PA46 M Class Piper aircraft.


PA46 Mirage: Piston Engine Management

Ride along with Master Instructor Dick Rochfort on an in-flight discussion on management of the Textron Lycoming TIO540-AE2A in the Piper PA46 Malibu Mirage. Dick uses proper call-outs and well documented, disciplined procedures to ensure the safety of this challenging flight. Dick Rochfort is a full-time pilot trainer specializing in the PA46 Matrix, Malibu, Mirage and Meridian aircraft. He provides pre-purchase valuation, training, corporate service and expert witness services worldwide.


The Pratt & Whitney PT6

TomsAviationWEB is pleased to present further demos of the Pratt Whitney PT6A Turboprop engine. Users will be able to learn the PT6 engine and its components by practicing Virtual assembly/disassembly, viewing of the parts and construction and much more. A complete learning curriculum covering the PT6A turboprop engine, as required by the governing aviation authorities.
For additional information contact:
​ Dick Rochfort, ATP, CFII
Master Instructor

​Fly Safely - Train Often