Debut For Beechcraft Denali At 2025 Sun 'n Fun Type certification work on the new Beechcraft Denali is progressing and although the program has been pushed back to getting the aircraft certified by 2026, the program is maturing. This year's Sun 'n Fun n Lakeland, Florida will be the debut for the Beachcraft Denali at that show. The show will commence on April 1 and run through to the 6th.
The Denali is being powered by a GE Aerospace Catalyst powerplant which has been made for this aircraft model. In fact, that engine has been certified receiving FAA approval towards the end of February. It was a rigourous testing program for the new engine. The program completed utilizing 23 engines, 190 component tests, and approximately 8,000 hours of certification tests. There are three flight-test articles of the Denali currently in testing regime. To date they have amassed approximately 1,000 flights and 2,700 flight hours.
"Our goal is to achieve type certification and entry into service as quickly as possible. The purpose of a development program is to fully mature the airframe and systems to the highest standards. Textron Aviation, in conjunction with FAA certification requirements, will take all time necessary to complete the process to deliver this clean-sheet aircraft to the market," a company spokesperson said. Patrons will get to see the new Denali in the flesh at the show next month. For more information: Textron Aviation One Cessna Blvd, Wichita, KS www.txtav.com ***
