About The MU-2

Mitsubishis MU-2 twin turboprop gained FAA type certification in 1965. Initial U.S. production and sales were handled through an arrangement with Mooney Aircraft from a facility in San Angelo, Texas. By 1969, Mooney had fallen on hard times-a familiar theme for the company-and Mitsubishi stepped in to continue production and support. Worldwide production of new airplanes ended in the 1980s, with more than 750 copies having been built.

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Friday, March 20, 2015 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

The Mitsubishi MU-2 twin turboprop was FAA certified in 1965, with over 750 units built globally before production ended in the 1980s.
The aircraft evolved into 12 sub-models, broadly categorized as long-body or short-body, all capable of single-pilot operation and having a maximum takeoff weight under 12,500 lbs.
Despite being out of production, the MU-2 remains popular, with 227 U.S. registrations in 2015, used by cargo operators and for personal and business aviation.

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Mitsubishi’s MU-2 twin turboprop gained FAA type certification in 1965. Initial U.S. production and sales were handled through an arrangement with Mooney Aircraft from a facility in San Angelo, Texas. By 1969, Mooney had fallen on hard times—a familiar theme for the company—and Mitsubishi stepped in to continue production and support. Worldwide production of new airplanes ended in the 1980s, with more than 750 copies having been built.