Story ID: 421
Textron Aviation China Reps Order 52 Skyhawks
By: Kerry Lynch
Caption: The aircraft will  help build up China’s trainer fleets as well as expand on operations in the country.
Word Count: 167

Textron Aviation received orders for 52 Cessna Skyhawk piston singles that will help build up China’s trainer fleets as well as expand on operations in the country. The orders include a deal for 39 Skyhawks from Hairuo General Aviation and 13 from Hubei Sky-Blue International Aviation Academy. The aircraft are to be delivered this year.

Hairuo, an authorized sales representative and service facility for Cessna piston singles in China, plans to add a few of the 39 Skyhawks to its own fleet, but most will head toward the company’s customers, including aviation academies, flight schools, aviation clubs, general aviation operators, and other enterprises.

Hubei Sky-Blue International Aviation Academy, also an authorized Cessna piston single sales and service provider in China, has focused on developing the country’s training needs and has acquired Skyhawks since its establishment in 2007. The company is planning to purchase 50 more Skyhawks over the next five years, along with some business jets.

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