New Skyhawk, Skylane and Stationair aircraft will support CAP missions across the U.S., with deliveries anticipated in 2027
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced an order from Civil Air Patrol (CAP) for 21 additional Cessna piston aircraft that will support CAP’s emergency response, training and community missions across the U.S. Deliveries are expected to be completed in 2027.
“These Cessna aircraft help ensure our members are ready when communities need us, whether searching for someone who is missing, responding after a disaster, or introducing young people to aviation, our longstanding relationship with Textron Aviation helps give our members the reliable aircraft they need to serve our communities, states, and the nation.”
Major General Regena Aye, national commander and CEO, Civil Air Patrol
The order includes seven Cessna Skyhawk 172 aircraft, 11 Cessna Skylane 182 aircraft, two Cessna Turbo Skylane T182T aircraft and one Cessna Turbo Stationair HD 206 aircraft. CAP is the world’s largest operator of Cessna aircraft.
“Civil Air Patrol has a remarkable ability to turn flight hours into real impact for communities across the country, from search and rescue to disaster response and aviation education, these missions demand aircraft that are capable, dependable and ready to serve. We’re proud that Cessna aircraft continue to play a role in helping CAP fulfill that mission.”
Bob Gibbs, vice president, Defense & Special Mission Sales, Textron Aviation
As a nonprofit and the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary, CAP serves as a cost-effective force multiplier for military and government partners through emergency services, joint training and youth programs. Its 72,000 members, including 35,000 adults and 37,000 youth, operate from 1,424 locations nationwide, supported by thousands of emergency services professionals and a fleet of 543 single-engine aircraft.
