The revitalised Mooney Airplane Company has unveiled a new range of general aviation aircraft at Airshow China 2014 in Zhuhai.
According to the company, the M10T and M10J will provides stepping stones for pilots aiming for the high-speed Acclaim and Ovation models.
“We designed the all new M10J model with longtime Mooney fans in mind," said Dr Jerry Chen, Mooney CEO at he unveiling ceremony yesterday. "The M20J helped change general aviation by making flying practical to more people across the US. Now, the M10J promises to do the same for the world. Not just in the US, but also in China as its general aviation industry quickly develops.
“I am very excited to officially present the new M10 series of Mooney aircraft for training and performance. These aircraft mark a new beginning for Mooney and are an indication of great product innovation coupled with Mooney’s long line of history making aircraft.”
Both aircraft will be composite FAR23 certified, with the M10T aimed at the training market and the M10J at private owners.
The fixed-gear M10T will be powered by a 135-hp Continental CD135 diesel engine, and the retractable M10J by a 155-hp CD155. Mooney is targeting a cruise speed above 170 kts for the M10J.
Certification and first deliveries are expected in 2017.