Cessna Sky Courier earns FAA type certification
Textron Aviation announced that the Federal Aviation Administration has granted type certification for the new twin-engine, large-utility turboprop Cessna Sky Courier. The high-wing aircraft’s production line is underway, and the first unit will soon enter the market with launch customer Fedex Express.
Three Sky Courier aircraft accumulated more than 2,100 hours during the flight test programme. The company rolled out the first production unit of the Sky Courier earlier this year in Wichita. Launch customer Fedex Express has agreed to an initial fleet order of 50 cargo aircraft and options for 50 more.
Fedex Express participated in Textron Aviation’s customer advisory board along with other fleet operators to help shape the aircraft’s design, features and serviceability. (cj)