Just a year after certifying the diesel-powered Cessna Skyhawk JT-A, Textron Aviation has quietly discontinued production of the model, originally thought to be a strong contender for international flight schools operating in places where the cost or availability of avgas made it a seemingly logical choice.
Cessna Discontinues Skyhawk JT-A Production
Key Takeaways:
- Textron Aviation has discontinued the diesel-powered Cessna Skyhawk JT-A, just a year after its certification, primarily due to slow sales likely influenced by its price.
- This marks another failed attempt by Cessna to establish a diesel piston single, following prior discontinuations (Cessna TTx) and abandoned projects (Skylane JT-A diesel).
- Cessna's withdrawal leaves Piper and Diamond Aircraft as the primary manufacturers offering diesel piston singles, particularly for the international flight training market.
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