Briefing: June 2015

Aero Friedrichshafen, the biggest general-aviation event in Europe, opened in April with the delivery of an EASA type certificate to Diamond Aircraft for its twin-engine DA62. CEO Christian Dries said FAA certification should follow by early next year. Other news was the first flight of a four-seat C4 prototype from Flight Design, just a few days before the show, and Pipistrels introduction of the Alpha Electro battery-powered trainer, ready for sale. At Sun n Fun, in Lakeland, Florida, Piper debuted three new M-class models--the M350 piston and M500 and M600 turboprops--and Mooney brought a mockup of its new all-composite M10T three-seat trainer.

Editorial Staff

Friday, May 08, 2015 at 12:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

Several new general aviation aircraft, including Diamond's DA62, Flight Design's C4 prototype, Pipistrel's Alpha Electro, Piper's M-class models, and Mooney's M10T, debuted or advanced towards certification.
Eclipse Aerospace and Kestrel Aircraft merged to form One Aviation, aiming to streamline resources and attract investors in the general aviation sector.
Superior Air Parts announced plans to launch a full line of diesel aircraft engines, offering improved fuel efficiency and aiming for competitive costs.
Progress was made on revising Part 23 certification rules, with a draft rule published by EASA, aiming to make new GA aircraft safer and cheaper to bring to market.

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New Airplanes Debut At Aero, Sun ‘n Fun

Aero Friedrichshafen, the biggest general-aviation event in Europe, opened in April with the delivery of an EASA type certificate to Diamond Aircraft for its twin-engine DA62. CEO Christian Dries said FAA certification should follow by early next year. Other news was the first flight of a four-seat C4 prototype from Flight Design, just a few days before the show, and Pipistrel’s introduction of the Alpha Electro battery-powered trainer, ready for sale. At Sun ‘n Fun, in Lakeland, Florida, Piper debuted three new M-class models–the M350 piston and M500 and M600 turboprops–and Mooney brought a mockup of its new all-composite M10T three-seat trainer.