OMF Launches a Four-Seater

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Tuesday, July 01, 2003 at 08:00 AM ET

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Key Takeaways:

OMF will produce a four-place version of its Symphony airplane.
The new model will cruise at 145 knots with four adults, luggage, and full fuel, powered by a 250-hp Lycoming IO-540-C engine.
The base price is set at $190,000.
First flight is anticipated later this year, with certification expected in early 2005; production will occur in a new Trois Rivières, Quebec factory.

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OMF recently announced that it would build a four-place version of its popular Symphony two-place touring airplane. The four-seater will cruise at a projected 145 knots and do so while carrying four adults, their bags and full fuel.

OMF has chosen a 250-hp Lycoming IO-540-C for the new model. Base price will be $190,000, says OMF. The company anticipates first flight of the four-seater later this year and certification in early 2005.