Here’s your chance to buy one of the very first Cessna Mustangs and help a great cause. Hal Shevers of Sporty’s Pilot Shop got position number 13 when Cessna began taking deposits on the much-anticipated entry in the entry-level jet market, and since he already has a Citation it was natural to assume that he would be flying it himself. He’s apparently happy with his current ride and will, instead, auction off the $2.7 million airplane online to support The Sporty’s Foundation, which supports youth-oriented aviation education and safety programs. “This is an exciting airplane and a unique chance for on of our customers to own a Mustang right now,” said Shevers. The bidding begins June 4 and ends June 8, and bidders must pre-register.
The Sporty’s Mustang is white with charcoal gray metallic, black metallic and coral red pearl accents and the cabin has platinum accents. The airplane cruises at 340 knots up to 41,000 feet and features the Garmin G1000 system with the largest-format glass cockpit displays available.
