Over the years I’ve flown around a dozen varieties of the Cessna 182, from the latest glass-panel turbo models to impeccably restored early birds, but I’d never experienced anything like this. As I advanced the single black lever in Cessna’s new 182 JT-A to roll around the corner onto 19L at Wichita’s iconic Mid-Continent Airport, I felt a smooth surge of power.
Cessna 182 JT-A
Key Takeaways:
- Cessna has introduced the 182 JT-A, a new diesel-powered Skylane that runs on readily available Jet-A fuel, replacing its traditional avgas turbo model due to the uncertain future of 100LL avgas.
- This model aims to leverage Jet-A's global accessibility and cost advantages, particularly for international markets where 100LL is expensive or hard to find.
- Powered by an enhanced SMA diesel engine, the 182 JT-A offers significant operational benefits including vastly improved fuel efficiency, leading to longer range (up to 1,200 nm) and greater payload flexibility.
- The aircraft features simplified single-lever power control, enhanced high-altitude performance (20,000 ft ceiling), and retains the classic 182's flying characteristics with minimal weight impact, backed by Lycoming's service network.
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