Textron Aviation announced significant enhancements to its\niconic Cessna high-wing piston aircraft lineup \u2014 the Cessna Skyhawk, Cessna\nSkylane, Cessna Turbo Skyhawk and Cessna Turbo Stationair HD. Coming in 2024,\ncustomers will enjoy a range of new high tech standard features and sleek\ninterior design options including modern and comfortable seating, updated\ninstrument panels and new exterior paint styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cFor decades, pilots have chosen the Cessna piston lineup\nfor its durability, comfort and performance,\u201d said Christi Tannahill, senior\nvice president, Customer Experience. \u201cWhen designing the next interior for the\niconic aircraft family, it was important that we include feedback from\ncustomers and fans. The result is a more modern, sporty feel that aligns with\nour family of Cessna Citation jets for the best aviation experience.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The first change that customers will notice is an enhanced\nlevel of comfort and functionality throughout the aircraft. With new power\nheadset jacks and charging ports at every seat (USB A and C device\ncompatibility), upgraded seats with additional support and padding, and a\nbrand-new center armrest for the Cessna Skylane, Turbo Skylane, and Turbo\nStationair HD models, customers will experience a whole new level of excellence\nin flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The lineup also offers exceptional style with top-notch performance.\nFrom the sleek black instrument panel to the new side panels, window locks and\nair vents, the aircraft is designed to make the flying experience even more\nexciting. Owners can select from a variety of modern standard paint schemes to\ncustomize their aircraft and make it their own. With decades of impressive\nperformance, powerful capability and low operating costs, the Cessna piston\nlineup is the perfect choice for aviators \u2014 whether they’re taking their first\nsolo flight or charting their next big adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cCessna pistons inspire the journey of flight,\u201d said Chris\nCrow, vice president, Textron Aviation Piston Sales. \u201cIf you\u2019re a pilot, odds\nare that you learned how to fly in a Skyhawk. This investment demonstrates\nTextron Aviation\u2019s continued enthusiasm for our piston aircraft lineup, and we\nare thrilled to see these aircraft continue to support pilots worldwide in\ntheir training ambitions or mapping their next adventure.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Customers and fans can experience the new interior for the\nfirst time when the company debuts the design in a Cessna Skyhawk at the 2023\nExperimental Aircraft Association AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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