Announces The Launch Of An Exceptional New Program For Owners And Certification For The M20 Ultras Down Under

Mooney International is be celebrating its 70th Anniversary in a very big way this week at AirVenture.

Hot on the heels of FAA certification and first deliveries of its award winning M20 Acclaim and Ovation Ultras last year, the company hasn’t stopped moving forward at blistering speed. This year’s production of both of the new M20 Ultra models is sold out, and the order book for next year’s deliveries promises to be even stronger – thanks to a unique benefit program for owners, called Fill & Fly, the company is launching at AirVenture this year. In addition, the new M20 Ultras have just received certification from CASA, the Australian Civil Aviation Authorities, opening up sales for both new aircraft models in the region.

“70 Years of Innovation” is our theme for AirVenture this year,” said Lance Phillips, marketing director at Mooney. “But it’s so much more than a simple slogan,” he continued. “It’s actually a way of life at our factory. Mooney aircraft have stood the test of time because the craftsmen who build them are multi-generational artisans who, in many cases, have parents, neighbors, and friends who have also produced these remarkable airplanes for many years.”

“There simply isn’t another aircraft manufacturer today with such an experienced workforce or such an amazing history,” Phillips continued.  “And for our customers, this legacy creates an incredibly strong personal bond between them and the men and women who built their airplane. It’s a connection that is totally unique in the industry today, and one we’re very proud of.”

But the 70-year milestone isn’t the only tie-in to Mooney’s rich history visitors will learn about at AirVenture this year.

Thirty years ago, the first long-body Mooney, the M20L Porsche PFM 3200, taxied from the factory for its first delivery. The M20L was remarkable for many reasons. It was the first certified piston-engine aircraft with electronic ignition and a single lever power control. It had dual-electrical systems, and its long body was the forerunner of the fuselage used today in the new M20 Ultras. To highlight this 30-year milestone, Mooney will be celebrating at AirVenture with Porsche, as that company is also recognizing its own 70th birthday in 2018. And to make the celebration even more memorable, Mooney will be placing Porsche’s latest speed demon, a 911GT3 RS, in its exhibit space, along with representatives from Porsche’s North American sales division.

But perhaps the biggest news Mooney will announce at AirVenture this year will be the launch of Fill & Fly – a first of its kind program designed to make ownership of a new Mooney easier than ever.

Fill & Fly covers the costs of all consumables, nose-to-tail, for three years, as well as the cost of all required inspections and regular maintenance. And this coverage is in addition to the company’s existing standard three-year warranty on engine, airframe and avionics for every new aircraft. In addition, the Fill & Fly program also provides a $10,000 flight training allocation for owners to use at their discretion. In sum, owners can fill their new airplane with fuel and fly it – and be worry-free when they do.

“Simply put, we want to make owning a new Mooney as easy for customers as possible,” said Phillips. “For the cost of gas and insurance, you can now own and operate your new Mooney free from the worry regarding costs for inspections, consumables, regular maintenance and even training for up to three years,” he said.

“But we haven’t stopped there. Earlier this year, we introduced MooneyShares, a new program created with Partners in Aviation, which customers can utilize to find a partner in their new Mooney as well. Together with Fill & Fly, owning the world’s fastest piston singles has never been easier. And best of all, every Mooney owner will also have the assurance of support from our significantly expanded factory authorized Service Center network, along with always available advice from the factory itself,” he said.

“Seventy years is certainly a very special anniversary,” said Phillips. “But we’re not stopping here. We want to take ease of ownership, celebration of speed, and enjoyment of the Mooney brand to an entirely new level. Our customers deserve nothing less – and we have never been in a better position to make it happen. And just as important, I can say with great confidence that there are many, many more good things to come.”

(Image provided with Mooney news release)

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