The single-engine turboprop with the lowest acquisition price and operable in the so-called Echo class (single-engine aircraft < 2000 kg). Together with its unprecedented reliability based on the Pratt & Whitney engine combined with Garmin G1000 avionics and certification for unpaved runways, the aircraft fulfils virtually all mission profiles.  Turboprop performance coupled with a range of 1000nm, 260kts TAS and certification for flights in known icing conditions round of the positive image of the Meridian.  Passengers enjoy the low noise levels in the cabin, the comfort of a pressurised cabin with air conditioning and the club seating arrangement.  Due to the new design of the side panelling in the cockpit and the folding seat backs, pilot and co-pilot comfort has also been improved further.