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43Inches
Some turboprop options for the PA31 series.
Piper T-1040
Not really a Chieftain or a Cheyenne, sort of a half way aircraft. Imagine it 11ft longer and you have the T-1050.
EMB/NE-821 Caraja Conversion
The basic PA31-350 (EMB 820) converted to a turbine with PT-6-27 engines.
Went along on a demo flight in one of those when in Mackay during Aus demo tour. The ideal way into turbo ops without the complexities if pressurisation etc. Perfect for low alt tourist work. Demonstrated to a Whitsundays area charter/scenic operator.