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Piper Aircraft closed out 2024 with a strong performance, reporting a nearly 20% increase in deliveries from a year earlier. In total, Piper delivered 291 aircraft—46 more than in 2023. It attributes the success to the popularity of the M700 Fury, which received FAA approval in March and logged 46 deliveries last year.
2024 was more than a year-over-year milestone year for Piper, which is reporting its highest delivery count in over two decades. The successful introduction of the M700, along with significant growth in diesel Archer DX trainer sales, solidified the company’s position in the high-performance turboprop market.
The U.S. domestic market accounted for 217 of the company’s 2024 deliveries, representing a 7% increase over 2023. Meanwhile, international deliveries soared 76%, to 74 aircraft, showing Piper's expanding global presence. Relatedly, the M700 received a flurry of foreign certifications in the second half of last year.
“We are proud of our continued growth, both domestically and internationally,” said Piper Aircraft president and CEO John Calcagno. “The increase in international deliveries highlights Piper’s expanding global footprint and the growing appeal of our aircraft worldwide.”
Piper said it remains committed to expanding its reach to meet the needs of owners, pilots, and training fleet operators across the globe.

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