Purdue Aviation is set to receive the first jet-A-burning diesel Cessna Turbo Skyhawk JT-A, which it plans to take delivery of as soon as the airplane receives its FAA certification, expected later this year.
Purdue Aviation Will Receive First Diesel Skyhawk JT-A
Key Takeaways:
- Purdue Aviation is set to receive the first jet-A-burning diesel Cessna Turbo Skyhawk JT-A once it obtains FAA certification later this year.
- The Skyhawk JT-A features a four-cylinder Continental CD-155 compression ignition engine, a three-blade MT Propeller, and Garmin G1000 NXi avionics.
- This new model offers improved efficiency, faster climbs, increased range (855 nm), and fuel savings, addressing modern environmental regulations for operators like Purdue.
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