Textron,Textiles, and the Road Forward

Textron will supplement its Cessna 172 Skyhawk, 182 Skylane, 172TD Turbo Skyhawk, and 207TD Turbo Stationair HD aircraft models with a range of new, high-tech standard features and stylish interior design options—including modern and comfortable seating, updated instrument panels, and new exterior liveries.

Textron senior vice-president of customer experience Christi Hannahill stated: “For decades, pilots have chosen the Cessna piston lineup for its durability, comfort, and performance. When designing the next interior for the iconic aircraft family, it was important that we include feedback from customers and fans. The result is a more modern, sporty feel that aligns with our family of Cessna Citation jets for the best aviation experience.”

The first change Cessna customers will be apt to notice is an enhanced level of comfort and functionality throughout the aforementioned aircraft. By dint of new power headset jacks and charging ports at every seat (USB A and C device compatibility), upgraded seats with additional support and padding, and a brand-new center armrest for the Cessna Skylane, Turbo Skylane, and Turbo Stationair HD models, customers will experience business-jet-like levels of excellence in single-reciprocating-engine aircraft.

From sleek, black instrument panels to window locks, air vents, and new side panels, the redesigned Cessna products are intended to up the luxury and excitement of flying. Aircraft owners may select from a variety of paint schemes and interior options, thereby customizing purchased aircraft in accordance with their own desires and innate senses of style.

Textron Aviation president of piston sales Chris Crow remarked: “Cessna pistons inspire the journey of flight. If you’re a pilot, odds are that you learned how to fly in a Skyhawk. This investment demonstrates Textron Aviation’s continued enthusiasm for our piston aircraft lineup, and we are thrilled to see these aircraft continue to support pilots worldwide in their training ambitions or mapping their next adventure.”

Textron will debut the described upgrades by way of a Cessna Skyhawk the company will exhibit at EAA’s upcoming AirVenture 2023.

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