FAA approval takes SF50 a step nearer certification

摘要

Cirrus's Vision SF50 has passed another key stage on its way to a year-end certification target, with the US Federal Aviation Administration issuing type inspection authorisation, allowing the agency to evaluate the single-engined jet in flight. The Duluth, Minnesota-based company has spent nine years in an effort to bring the V-tailed aircraft to market alongside the company's flagship piston-powered SR22. "This milestone highlights the maturity of our SF50 programme and the FAA's confidence in our ability to cross the finish line," says Pat Waddick, president of innovation and operations.