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:
- Cessna Aircraft's new SkyCourier twin turboprop successfully completed its 2-hour and 15-minute inaugural flight on May 17, initiating its crucial flight test program.
- The SkyCourier will be offered in versatile configurations, including a 6,000-pound payload freighter, a 19-seat passenger version, or a mixed passenger/freight combination.
- It is powered by Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-65SC engines, features Garmin G1000 NXi avionics, and offers a maximum cruise speed of 200 ktas and a range of 900 nm.
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