Textron Aviation has announced an agreement with BAA Training for the purchase of 48 Cessna Skyhawk aircraft, expected to be delivered in 2026.

The deal, inked at the Dubai Airshow, substantially expands BAA Training’s existing fleet, offering increased capacity for students, streamlining the flight training process and ensuring an overall enhanced student experience. The Cessna Skyhawk is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation.

Chris Crow, vice president of sales at Piston Textron Aviation, said: “For over six decades, the Cessna Skyhawk has inspired the next generation of pilots and served as the world’s leading flight trainer. We are delighted to continue the relationship with BAA Training to provide their students access to the most produced single-engine aircraft globally.”