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Textron Confirms Surf Air Order for 20 Grand Caravan EXs
Aircraft deliveries to commence in 2024
Textron Aviation
Textron Aviation has officially confirmed an order from Surf Air Mobility for the first 20 units of the Cessna Grand Caravan EX aircraft.

Textron Aviation today confirmed an order from Surf Air Mobility for 20 Cessna Grand Caravan EXs. This procurement forms part of Surf Air Mobility’s previously disclosed initial fleet order, which can include up to 100 aircraft, with options available for an additional 50 units. Aircraft deliveries are scheduled to commence in the first half of 2024.

Surf Air plans to modify the turboprop singles with its proprietary electric or hybrid-electric powertrains. The company hopes to receive an FAA supplemental type certificate for such Caravan modifications in 2026.