Cessna Aircraft’s SkyCourier, the company’s first new twin turboprop aircraft in a generation, took to the skies over Wichita, Kansas, on Sunday, May 17, for its first flight—a significant step toward entry into service for the clean-sheet aircraft.
Cessna SkyCourier Successfully Completes First Flight
Key Takeaways:
- The Cessna SkyCourier, a new twin turboprop aircraft, successfully completed its maiden 2-hour, 15-minute flight on May 17, marking a significant step towards its entry into service.
- During the first flight, the team tested the aircraft's performance, stability, control, and various systems, officially kicking off the crucial flight test program.
- The SkyCourier will be offered in freighter, 19-seat passenger, or mixed configurations, featuring a 6,000-pound payload capacity, Pratt & Whitney engines, Garmin G1000 NXi avionics, and a maximum cruise speed of 200 ktas.
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