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Purdue Aviation Will Receive First Diesel Skyhawk JT-A

Purdue Aviation has placed an order for the Cessna Turbo Skyhawk JT-A, which is expected to receive FAA certification later this year. Textron Aviation
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Key Takeaways:

  • Purdue Aviation is slated to receive the first jet-A-burning diesel Cessna Turbo Skyhawk JT-A once it receives FAA certification, expected later this year.
  • The Skyhawk JT-A is powered by a Continental CD-155 compression ignition engine and features Garmin G1000 NXi avionics.
  • This new model offers improved performance, including a max cruise speed of 134 ktas and a range of 855 nm, along with enhanced fuel efficiency and environmental benefits.
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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.

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