Cirrus Unveils TRAC10 as New Benchmark for Flight Training

Company says clean-sheet aircraft prioritizes safety, efficiency, and connectivity.

Meg Godlewski

Monday, July 06, 2026 at 05:22 PM ET

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Travis Tingle

Cirrus Aircraft has launched the TRAC10, a three-place trainer designed specifically for flight schools. [Credit: Cirrus Aircraft]

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Cirrus has launched the TRAC10, a new clean-sheet aircraft specifically designed for the professional flight instruction and pilot training market.
The TRAC10 features a turbocharged Rotax 916 iSc FADEC engine, a three-place cabin with adjustable seating and modern amenities like USB-C ports, and advanced connectivity via Cirrus IQ for operational efficiency and data integration.
Safety is paramount, with the aircraft incorporating the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS), Garmin Electronic Stability & Protection (ESP), stick shakers, and a cuffed-wing design for enhanced spin resistance.
With a starting price of $499,900, Cirrus has already secured over 100 orders, with U.S. deliveries anticipated to begin in 2027 and international deliveries in 2028.

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Cirrus, the manufacturer that introduced the aviation world to the concept of an airplane with a built-in parachute, is introducing the TRAC10, a clean-sheet design purposefully built for the instructional market.

“The TRAC10 is a complete reimagining of the modern training aircraft,” said Pat Waddick, president of innovation and operations at Cirrus, in a news release. “Our team challenged decades-old norms and designed in industry-leading safety, durability, ergonomics, and operational efficiency with advanced technology delivered through simple, intuitive interfaces—creating a smarter platform for the next generation of pilots.”