Textron Aviation yesterday delivered five of 10 Cessna 172 Skyhawk piston singles to the Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus, which is expanding its aircraft fleet to support growing enrollment in its pilot training programs.
The deliveries were made during a ceremony at Textron Aviation’s Independence, Kansas plant, where all Cessna piston aircraft are assembled. “This delivery also gives us a great opportunity to celebrate another milestone achievement in our long-standing relationship with Kansas State University,” said Textron Aviation v-p of piston sales Chris Crow.
The K-State Aerospace and Technology Campus made the order that was announced in October 2021, which will expand its fleet to 22 Skyhawks. Delivery of the remaining five Skyhawks, which feature a custom exterior and Garmin G1000 NXi avionics, will be completed later this quarter. Textron Aviation’s relationship with the school dates back to the program’s inception in 1987.