Expands Order To World’s Largest Pilot 100i Fleet By 2027

Paragon Flight Training in Fort Myers, Florida, has taken delivery of SN 200, the 200th Piper Pilot 100i built by Piper Aircraft and now has over thirty Pilot 100i and one Seminole.

The school began receiving deliveries of the aircraft in 2022 that included SN 100.

Paragon recently finalized another order for additional Pilot 100i and Seminole aircraft to put Paragon on a path to become the world's largest Pilot 100i fleet by 2027.

Piper started production of the Pilot 100i in 2020 and is based on the reliable PA-28 airframe with seats for a pilot, copilot, and observer. This model is powered by the Lycoming IO-360 180 hp engine and is equipped with Garmin G3X Touch PFD, GFC 500 autopilot, and USB charging ports.

Safety features include Garmin SafeTaxi and Synthetic Vision Technology.

Chris Schoensee, President of Paragon Flight Training said, “Paragon Flight continues to enjoy a mutually rewarding relationship with Piper. We work collaboratively and confidently together as we build up our fleet of Piper P100i aircraft and train the next generation of pilots using this outstanding platform. We are incredibly pleased to now have possession of both the 200 and 100 serial number P100i.”

Ron Gunnarson, Vice President of Sales, Marketing, Customer Support, and Quality at Piper Aircraft said, “It is our honor to partner with well-respected training establishments like Paragon Flight Training as they leverage the Pilot 100i platform to make the most of their operations. We are thrilled to renew our commitment to Paragon through our collaborative relationship and look forward to watching serial number 200 and beyond bring great success to all three of Paragon’s flight training locations.” 

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