Cirrus Aircraft’s long journey to certification of the industry’s first single-engine personal jet culminated with FAA type approval of the SF50 Vision Jet nearly 10 years after the program’s launch.
Cirrus Vision Jet Gains FAA Type Certification
Key Takeaways:
- Cirrus Aircraft's SF50 Vision Jet received FAA type approval, culminating a nearly 10-year development and making it the industry's first single-engine personal jet.
- This certification allows customer deliveries to begin in December for the $1.96 million jet, for which Cirrus holds approximately 600 orders.
- The Vision Jet is designed as an easy step-up for current Cirrus SR-series pilots, offering features like a pressurized cabin, higher altitude, and faster cruise speed.
- Cirrus anticipates significant expansion at its Duluth factory and its new Knoxville customer delivery and training center following this milestone.
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