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Kestrel Aircraft Is Poised for the Next Phase of Growth
Plans are to certify the Kestrel first with a six-seat executive club interior, but it will be easily reconfigurable for other missions such as high-density commuter, combi and air ambulance.
Plans are to certify the Kestrel first with a six-seat executive club interior, but it will be easily reconfigurable for other missions such as high-density commuter, combi and air ambulance.

The old federal building in Superior, Wis., dates back to 1908. The ornate masonry structure features high ceilings, marble floors and trim, stately woodwork and fixtures, enormous walk-in safes and vaults and massive open spaces. It was being redeveloped for private use when it caught Alan Klapmeier’s eye. This is where Klapmeier decided to set up shop as he and his team work to redesign and launch the Kestrel single-engine turboprop. The Kestrel first flew in 2006 when the company was called Farnborough Aircraft. Following bankruptcy reorganization, the company attracted several new investors, and in 2010 Klapmeier, the former Cirrus Design CEO, joined the company as CEO and president.

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