Product of the Textron Aviation Inc - the Cessna SkyCourier turboprop is getting ready for the certification flight test phase with the fleet of three flight test aircrafts.
The fleet has completed more than 700 flight test hours, and the program continues toward FAA certification and first deliveries later this year.
Production final assembly for the SkyCourier begins this month on the company’s east campus in Wichita.
Cessna SkyCourier aircraft will be offered in two configurations including a 6,000-pound payload capable freighter & a 19-seater passenger version.
The aircraft features the popular Garmin G1000 NXi avionics suite & offers highlights such as a maximum cruise speed of up to 200 ktas and a maximum range of 900 nm.
“The SkyCourier was designed to fulfill a need in the marketplace for a flexible, reliable, high-utilization aircraft for customers around the world, and its versatility makes it a great fit for a wide range of operations,” says, Chris Hearne, senior vice president, Engineering & Programs.
Do you Look Forward to this Upcoming Turboprop Aircraft ?
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