Textron Aviation improves Cessna piston engined aircraft features
Textron Aviation announced the entry into service (EIS) of its enhanced Cessna Skyhawk, Cessna Skylane, Turbo Skylane and Turbo Stationair HD following first deliveries for each aircraft. The announcement comes after a record number of general aviation (GA) new aircraft deliveries was recorded in 2023. “These enhancements to the iconic Cessna piston family offer improved comfort, functionality and style,” said Chris Crow, vice...
Pipistrel delivers its 100th Velis Electro trainer
Slovenian planemaker Pipistrel and a subsidiary of US company Textron Inc. has announced the delivery of its 100th Velis Electro, the world’s first type-certified electric aircraft, marking a significant milestone in the company’s history. The occasion comes after the total number of general aviation new aircraft deliveries exceeds 4000 units in 2023. Velis Electro serial number 100 has been delivered to customer Green Aerolease, a...
General aviation aircraft deliveries exceed 4000 in 2023
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has released a report on general aviation aircraft sales for 2023 which show that for the first time in a decade, more than 4,000 aircraft were delivered. “For the first time in more than a decade, the general aviation manufacturing industry has eclipsed 4,000 aircraft delivered. In addition to this strong showing, there are robust and growing order backlogs for all segments of...
Kilo Charlie Aviation to take delivery of 30 TECNAM trainers
Tecnam has announced that US flight academy Kilo Charlie Aviation has placed orders for a total of 30 Tecnam aircraft over the next two years. Kilo Charlie Aviation is located near Kansas City at New Century Air Center, formerly known as Naval Air Station Olathe, a joint civil-military general aviation airport. The school has 96 students and was founded in 2020 by experienced pilot Robert Renfro and Drew Konicek. The new fleet...
The all electric eDA40 makes its first flight
The all-electric eDA40 made its first flight at the Diamond Aircraft headquarters in Austria. The flight marks a significant milestone for the manufacturer and its project partners towards certifying the aircraft. Diamond Aircraft expect the eDA40 to be the first European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part23 certified electric aircraft. The eDA40 is the manufacturer’s latest prototype...