Textron Aviation delivers first Cessna SkyCourier Combi to Alaska-based Everts Air | LARA

Textron Aviation have announced the delivery of the first Cessna SkyCourier, equipped with a Combi interior conversion option. The aircraft was delivered to Alaska-based Everts Air, a passenger, cargo, and charter operator in the region. 

Everts Air is both a Part 135 operator, and a Part 121, providing cargo and on-demand charter services throughout North, Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean Islands. A long-time customer of Textron, this aircraft will join the operator’s 135 fleet, which already includes a Cessna SkyCourier freighter variant and six Cessna Caravans.

“The Cessna SkyCourier’s new Combi option demonstrates the aircraft’s ability to meet the versatile mission profiles of our customers around the world,” said Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Sales and Flight Operations.

The FAA certified the SkyCourier Combi interior configuration in May 2024. It gives operators greater flexibility compared to the 19-seat passenger variant, allowing them to modify the interior to accommodate passengers and cargo simultaneously.

“I look at the Cessna SkyCourier as a next generation aircraft for Bush Alaska,” said Robert W. Everts, owner of Everts Air. “The SkyCourier Combi will allow us to be flexible and serve the unique needs of citizens in remote communities. Along with offering the reliability of a Cessna, the aircraft is highly adaptable and the ultimate solution for air freight and passenger support in Alaska.”

Textron Aviation is growing its SkyCourier operator portfolio, having recently announced a purchase agreement with Australian regional airline, Hinterland Aviation, for the passenger variant, and secured Brazillian certification in August 2023.