DULUTH, Minn. & KNOXVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--#Aircraft--Cirrus today announced the delivery of its 600th Vision Jet, a major milestone for the company and a defining moment in the evolution of personal aviation. As the world's first and only single-engine jet to receive FAA certification, the Vision Jet has redefined personal aviation by combining advanced technology, exceptional safety features and outstanding performance in a light, sleek design.
"We are proud to deliver the 600th Vision Jet," said Zean Nielsen, CEO of Cirrus. "This achievement not only reflects the commitment from our team, owners and stakeholders but also our relentless dedication to advancing the personal aviation industry. The Vision Jet has brought jet ownership to a broader audience by redefining what is possible in terms of safety, performance and ease of operation. As we look to the future, we remain committed to expanding the boundaries of aviation and making flight more accessible for all."
The delivery of the 600th Vision Jet marks a significant achievement not only for Cirrus but for the entire personal aviation industry. Since its introduction in 2016, the Vision Jet has become the best-selling jet in all of general aviation, and this milestone demonstrates the growing demand for innovative, accessible and safe personal aviation solutions. The Vision Jet has opened the doors to a new category of aircraft, enabling a broader range of pilots to transition into jet ownership and elevating the standards for what is possible in personal flight.
Personal Aviation Game-Changer
The Vision Jet is a product of Cirrus' dedication to advancing aviation technology and enhancing the flying experience. Equipped with the revolutionary Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) and Safe Return Emergency Autoland, the Vision Jet provides an unparalleled level of safety, giving pilots the confidence to fly with a greater sense of security. Additionally, its advanced avionics suite, the Perspective Touch+, offers intuitive flight management capabilities that simplify complex flying tasks and add several layers of redundant safety systems, making jet ownership approachable and simple to fly.
Vision Jet Ownership
Cirrus offers turnkey Vision Jet ownership with a comprehensive, hassle-free solution for prospective owners, combining the freedom of personal aviation with exceptional support and service. Through Cirrus, the company offers a total ownership solution with financing, insurance, flight training, aircraft sales and management, service and more. This ecosystem ensures that owners can focus on flying without the complexities of navigating aircraft management. This ecosystem is extended through Cirrus' trusted Authorized Network, which includes a dedicated team of experts who provide flight training and offer aircraft services and maintenance around the world. This turnkey approach aims to simplify the aircraft ownership experience by offering transparency, personalized attention and an integrated support system. With the Vision Jet being renowned for its innovative design and safety features, Cirrus ensures that owners enjoy a seamless, reliable and enjoyable flying experience.
For more information on the Vision Jet, please visit cirrusaircraft.com/vision-jet.
About Cirrus
Cirrus is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet, the world's first single-engine Personal Jet, and the recipient of the Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined aviation performance, comfort and safety with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft is more than 16 million hours, and 265 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. The company has seven locations in the United States, including Duluth, Minnesota; Grand Forks, North Dakota; Greater Dallas, Texas; Greater Phoenix, Arizona; and Greater Orlando, Florida; Knoxville, Tennessee and Benton Harbor, Michigan. Learn more at cirrusaircraft.com.
Contacts
Nadia Haidar
PR Manager, Cirrus
Nhaidar@cirrusaircraft.com
