Textron Aviation Delivers First Cessna SkyCourier Twin Turboprop Into Canada
Textron Aviation has announced its first delivery of the Cessna SkyCourier twin-engine turboprop in Canada to Air Bravo , a passenger, cargo, and air ambulance flight service company. The freighter variant will be used for cargo transport throughout Ontario, where Air Bravo operates from Thunder Bay, Sudbury, Barrie, and Meaford.
The SkyCourier, designed for single-pilot operation, offers cabin flexibility, high payload capability, and low operating costs. It's adaptable for air freight, passenger, and special missions, particularly in remote areas. Air Bravo, founded in 2001, has chosen this aircraft to support their cargo operations, citing its roomy cockpit, user-friendly avionics, and ease of operation.
Textron Aviation ha annunciato la sua prima consegna del Cessna SkyCourier, un aereo a turboelica bimotore, in Canada ad Air Bravo, una compagnia di servizi aerei per passeggeri, cargo e ambulanze aeree. La variante cargo verrà utilizzata per il trasporto merci in tutta l'Ontario, dove Air Bravo opera da Thunder Bay, Sudbury, Barrie e Meaford.
Lo SkyCourier, progettato per l'operazione da un solo pilota, offre flessibilità della cabina, elevata capacità di carico e costi operativi contenuti. È adattabile per il trasporto aereo di merci, passeggeri e missioni speciali, in particolare in aree remote. Air Bravo, fondata nel 2001, ha scelto questo aereo per supportare le proprie operazioni cargo, citando la sua cabina spaziosa, l'avionica facile da usare e la facilità di operazione.
Textron Aviation ha anunciado su primera entrega del Cessna SkyCourier, un turbohélice bimotor, en Canadá a Air Bravo, una compañía de servicios de vuelo de pasajeros, carga y ambulancia aérea. La variante de carga se utilizará para el transporte de mercancías en toda Ontario, donde Air Bravo opera desde Thunder Bay, Sudbury, Barrie y Meaford.
El SkyCourier, diseñado para operación con un solo piloto, ofrece flexibilidad en la cabina, alta capacidad de carga y bajos costos operativos. Es adaptable para el transporte aéreo de mercancías, pasajeros y misiones especiales, especialmente en áreas remotas. Air Bravo, fundada en 2001, ha elegido esta aeronave para respaldar sus operaciones de carga, citando su cabina espaciosa, avionica fácil de usar y facilidad de operación.
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Textron Aviation a annoncé sa première livraison du Cessna SkyCourier, un turbopropulseur bimoteur, au Canada à Air Bravo, une société de services aériens pour passagers, fret et ambulance aérienne. La variante cargo sera utilisée pour le transport de marchandises à travers l'Ontario, où Air Bravo opère depuis Thunder Bay, Sudbury, Barrie et Meaford.
Le SkyCourier, conçu pour une utilisation par un seul pilote, offre une flexibilité de cabine, une capacité de charge élevée et des coûts d'exploitation réduits. Il est adaptable pour le fret aérien, le transport de passagers et des missions spéciales, en particulier dans des zones reculées. Air Bravo, fondée en 2001, a choisi cet aéronef pour soutenir ses opérations de fret, mettant en avant son cockpit spacieux, son avionique conviviale et sa facilité d'utilisation.
Textron Aviation hat die erste Auslieferung des Cessna SkyCourier, einem zweimotorigen Turbo-Propellerflugzeug, in Kanada an Air Bravo angekündigt, ein Anbieter von Passagier-, Fracht- und Luftrettungsdiensten. Die Frachtversion wird für den Transport von Gütern in ganz Ontario eingesetzt, wo Air Bravo von Thunder Bay, Sudbury, Barrie und Meaford aus operiert.
Der SkyCourier, der für den Betrieb durch einen Piloten konzipiert ist, bietet Flexibilität in der Kabine, hohe Nutzlastkapazität und niedrige Betriebskosten. Er ist anpassungsfähig für Luftfracht, Passagiertransport und spezielle Missionen, insbesondere in abgelegenen Gebieten. Air Bravo, gegründet im Jahr 2001, hat dieses Flugzeug ausgewählt, um ihre Frachtoperationen zu unterstützen, und hebt seinen geräumigen Cockpit, die benutzerfreundliche Avionik und die einfache Bedienung hervor.
- First SkyCourier delivery into Canadian market, expanding market presence
- Aircraft features versatility with single-pilot operation capability
- Low operating costs enhance potential ROI
- Multiple configuration options for freight, passenger, and special missions
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Insights
This first Canadian delivery of the Cessna SkyCourier represents a strategic win for Textron Aviation in the $2.1 billion regional cargo aircraft market. The SkyCourier's entry into Canada is particularly noteworthy as it challenges established players like the De Havilland DHC-8 in the regional cargo space.
The aircraft's market positioning is compelling: its ability to operate with a single pilot significantly reduces operating costs, while its modern avionics and flexible cargo configuration address key pain points in regional logistics. For context, the SkyCourier's 6,000-pound payload capacity and efficient turboprop engines offer superior ton-mile economics compared to aging cargo aircraft commonly used in regional operations.
Air Bravo's selection as the Canadian launch customer is strategically significant. Operating in Ontario's challenging environment, with diverse weather conditions and remote airstrips, will showcase the SkyCourier's operational capabilities. Success in this market could catalyze additional orders from Canadian operators, particularly given the country's aging cargo fleet and increasing demand for regional logistics solutions.
The timing aligns with a broader industry trend toward fleet modernization in the regional cargo sector, driven by:
- Increasing e-commerce demand in remote regions
- Rising operational costs pressuring operators to seek fuel-efficient alternatives
- Growing emphasis on environmental compliance and reduced emissions
For Textron, this delivery could accelerate the SkyCourier's market penetration in North America, potentially leading to a stronger order book for their commercial aviation segment. The program's success in Canada could also validate the aircraft's value proposition for similar markets in Scandinavia and Australia, where operators face comparable operational challenges.
Rick Horwath, president and CEO, Air Bravo, with his new Cessna SkyCourier. (Photo credit: Textron Aviation)
The Cessna SkyCourier is designed and produced by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
“The SkyCourier is a versatile aircraft, with cabin flexibility, high payload capability and performance and low operating costs. It has quickly proven to be an excellent choice for a wide range of missions,” said Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Global Sales and Flight Operations, Textron Aviation. “We look forward to seeing Air Bravo utilize the aircraft to support and enhance their business operations.”
With the ability to be operated by a single pilot, the SkyCourier is an ideal solution for air freight, passenger and special missions. 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.
Air Bravo, which was founded in 2001, has grown to become one of Ontario’s most successful air carriers. The company offers reliable passenger, cargo and air ambulance flight services to nearly any airstrip in
“We’re proud to be the first SkyCourier customer in
About the Cessna SkyCourier
Textron Aviation announced the Cessna SkyCourier was awarded type certification by Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) in late 2024. The 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 freighter variant is sized to handle up to three LD3 shipping containers with an impressive 6,000 pounds of payload capability. The 19-passenger variant includes crew and passenger doors for smooth boarding, as well as large cabin windows for natural light and views. Both configurations offer single-point pressure refueling to enable faster turnarounds.
The SkyCourier is powered by two wing-mounted Pratt & Whitney 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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