Cessna SkyCourier Achieves Canada Type Certification, Bringing Operational Support to Remote Regions of North America
Textron Aviation announced that its Cessna SkyCourier twin-engine turboprop has received type certification from Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), expanding its operational reach in North America's remote regions. The first SkyCourier in Canada - a freighter variant - will be delivered to Air Bravo , an Ontario-based flight service company.
The aircraft, which can be operated by a single pilot, offers maximum flexibility and low operating costs, making it suitable for air freight, passenger, and special missions. Its adaptable configuration allows for various operational activities in remote areas, supporting a significant return on investment.
Textron Aviation ha annunciato che il suo Cessna SkyCourier, un aereo turboelica bimotore, ha ricevuto la certificazione di tipo da parte del Trasporto Canada Civile (TCCA), ampliando la sua portata operativa nelle regioni remote del Nord America. Il primo SkyCourier in Canada - una variante per il trasporto merci - sarà consegnato a Air Bravo, una compagnia aerea con sede in Ontario.
L'aeromobile, che può essere pilotato da un singolo pilota, offre massima flessibilità e bassi costi operativi, rendendolo adatto per il trasporto aereo, per passeggeri e per missioni speciali. La sua configurazione adattabile consente di effettuare varie attività operative in aree remote, supportando un significativo ritorno sugli investimenti.
Textron Aviation anunció que su Cessna SkyCourier, un turbohélice de doble motor, ha recibido la certificación de tipo de Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), ampliando su alcance operativo en las regiones remotas de América del Norte. El primer SkyCourier en Canadá - una variante de carga - será entregado a Air Bravo, una compañía de servicios de vuelo con sede en Ontario.
La aeronave, que puede ser operada por un solo piloto, ofrece máxima flexibilidad y bajos costos operativos, lo que la hace adecuada para el transporte aéreo, pasajeros y misiones especiales. Su configuración adaptable permite diversas actividades operativas en áreas remotas, apoyando un retorno significativo de la inversión.
텍스트론 항공은 자사의 세스나 스카이커리어 쌍발 터보프롭 비행기가 캐나다 교통부 항공국(Transport Canada Civil Aviation, TCCA)으로부터 형식 인증을 받았다고 발표하며, 북미의 외딴 지역에서의 운항 범위를 확장합니다. 캐나다의 첫 번째 스카이커리어는 화물 변형 모델로서 온타리오에 본사를 둔 비행 서비스 회사인 에어 브라보에 인도될 예정입니다.
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Textron Aviation a annoncé que son Cessna SkyCourier, un turbopropulseur bimoteur, a reçu la certification de type de Transports Canada Aviation civile (TCCA), élargissant sa portée opérationnelle dans les régions éloignées de l'Amérique du Nord. Le premier SkyCourier au Canada - une variante cargo - sera livré à Air Bravo, une entreprise de services aériens basée en Ontario.
L'aéronef, qui peut être piloté par un seul pilote, offre une flexibilité maximale et des coûts d'exploitation réduits, ce qui le rend adapté au transport aérien, aux passagers et aux missions spéciales. Sa configuration adaptable permet diverses activités opérationnelles dans des zones reculées, soutenant un retour sur investissement significatif.
Textron Aviation gab bekannt, dass ihr Cessna SkyCourier, ein zweimotoriges Turboprop-Flugzeug, die Typzertifizierung von Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) erhalten hat, was die betriebliche Reichweite in den abgelegenen Regionen Nordamerikas erweitert. Das erste SkyCourier in Kanada - eine Frachtvariante - wird an Air Bravo, ein in Ontario ansässiges Flugdienstunternehmen, geliefert.
Das Flugzeug, das von einem einzelnen Piloten geflogen werden kann, bietet maximale Flexibilität und niedrige Betriebskosten, wodurch es sich für den Luftfrachttransport, Passagiere und spezielle Einsätze eignet. Seine anpassbare Konfiguration ermöglicht verschiedene betriebliche Aktivitäten in abgelegenen Gebieten und unterstützt eine signifikante Kapitalrendite.
- Received Transport Canada type certification, expanding market access
- First Canadian delivery secured with Air Bravo
- Aircraft features single-pilot operation capability, reducing operational costs
- Versatile configuration options enable multiple mission types
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Cessna SkyCourier achieved
The first SkyCourier in the region – a freighter variant – is expected to be delivered this year to Air Bravo Corporation, a passenger, cargo and air ambulance flight service company based out of
“The SkyCourier’s outstanding performance will be a game-changer for our customers across Canada,” said Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Global Sales and Flight Operations. “The maximum flexibility and low operating costs of this aircraft make it an excellent choice for a wide range of missions throughout the region.”
The SkyCourier is an ideal solution for air freight, passenger and special missions. With the ability to be operated by a single pilot, the aircraft is highly adaptable and can easily adjust configurations to effectively complete virtually any mission, supporting a significant return on investment. The aircraft also has capabilities to support a wide range of operational activities in remote areas.
About the Cessna SkyCourier
The Cessna SkyCourier twin-engine, high-wing turboprop offers a combination of performance and lower operating costs for air freight, commuter and special mission operators. It’s available in both freighter and passenger variants, as well with a Combi configuration or gravel kit for maximum flexibility. The 19-passenger variant includes separate crew and passenger doors for smooth boarding, a large baggage compartment and large cabin windows for natural light and views.
The freighter variant features a flat-floor cabin that is sized to handle up to three LD3 shipping containers with an impressive 6,000 pounds of payload capability. Both variants offer a large cargo door and single-point pressure refueling to enable faster turnarounds.
The aircraft is powered by two wing-mounted Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-65SC turboprop engines and features the McCauley Propeller C779, a heavy-duty and reliable 110-inch aluminum four-blade propeller, which is full feathering with reversible pitch, designed to enhance the performance of the aircraft while hauling tremendous loads. The SkyCourier is operated with Garmin G1000 NXi avionics and has a maximum cruise speed of more than 200 ktas and a 900 nautical-mile maximum range.
About Textron Aviation
We inspire the journey of flight. For more than 95 years, Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has empowered our collective talent across the Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker brands to design and deliver the best aviation experience for our customers. With a range that includes everything from business jets, turboprops, and high-performance pistons, to special mission, military trainer and defense products, Textron Aviation has the most versatile and comprehensive aviation product portfolio in the world and a workforce that has produced more than half of all general aviation aircraft worldwide. Customers in more than 170 countries rely on our legendary performance, reliability and versatility, along with our trusted global customer service network, for affordable and flexible flight. For more information, visit www.txtav.com| www.defense.txtav.com| www.scorpionjet.com.
About Textron Inc.
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