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Mexico DGAC Gives Nod to HondaJet
By: Kerry Lynch
Caption: Validation paves way for initial deliveries to begin to Mexico in a few weeks.
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Honda Aircraft has expanded the market for its recently certified HondaJet with validation from the Mexico civil aviation authority, the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC). Delivery of the first aircraft to a customer in Mexico is anticipated in a few weeks, said Honda Aircraft president and CEO Michimasa Fujino.

“Receiving aircraft validation in Mexico is an important milestone for Honda Aircraft Company, paving the way for the start of HondaJet deliveries in Mexico,” Fujino said. “We are excited to respond to the interests of customers in Mexico.”

The validation is the first announced outside the U.S. for the light jet, following FAA certification on December 8. It comes as the HondaJet makes its Mexican debut while on static display during this week’s 2016 Aero Expo at Toluca International Airport.

Honda Aircraft has named Aerolineas Ejecutivas as its sales, service and support provider in Mexico. Aerolineas Ejecutivas provides a range of business aviation services throughout Latin America, with operations in cities including Toluca and Monterrey.