Fatal Cirrus Accident Shows That Some Knowledge Doesn’t Translate

Flying Magazine reports: Helicopter pilot’s fixed-wing inexperience proved costly in a desert mountainside crash that killed four.

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2024-04-15T06:27:28.534977-07:00

2024-03-22T09:32:23.175531-07:00

Over 4,000 Cirrus Aircraft Eligible for Avidyne Vantage12 Upgrade

Avidyne is set to boost its engagement with dealers as more than 4,000 Cirrus SR20s and SR22s aircraft are slated for the Vantage12 avionics upgrade, marking a significant uptick in workload.

2024-03-05T17:35:51.821945-08:00

Cirrus SR-22 Crash Reported in Bellevue's Newport Hills

Authorities in Bellevue, Washington, were deployed to Newport Hills following reports of a Cirrus SR-22 aircraft crash on Tuesday afternoon.

2024-02-23T15:35:38.140003-08:00

Cirrus Unveils New Logo Marking a New Chapter in Personal Aviation Expansion

In an effort to democratize personal flying, Cirrus has introduced a new logo that embodies its ambition for the future of personal aviation.

Cirrus often denotes either a type of cloud in the Earth's atmosphere, known for its thin, wispy strands, primarily composed of ice crystals, or a brand within the aviation sector, notably associated with Cirrus Aircraft, a leading manufacturer of general aviation aircraft. The term may also extend to various entities across different industries, including technology, finance, and environmental science, where it signifies a level of distinction or specific characteristic unique to the entity it describes. In the context of the aerospace and defense industry, the focus typically narrows to the atmospheric phenomenon relevant to meteorology and aviation safety, or the aircraft manufacturing company known for innovation in safety features, such as the CAPS (Cirrus Airframe Parachute System).

Cirrus News Timeline

2024-04-15T06:27:28.534977-07:00 • 2024-04-15T06:27:28.534977-07:00

Helicopter Pilot's Transition to Fixed-Wing Ends in Tragic Cirrus Crash

A helicopter pilot's lack of experience with fixed-wing aircraft was a decisive factor in a crash on a desert mountainside, resulting in four fatalities.

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2024-04-10T05:48:00.373950-07:00 • 2024-04-10T05:48:00.373950-07:00

Cirrus Launches 'Cirrus One' Program to Simplify Aircraft Ownership

Cirrus Aircraft announces the 'Cirrus One' initiative, aiming to lower the hurdles for prospective aircraft owners through innovative ownership solutions.

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2024-03-22T09:32:23.175531-07:00 • 2024-03-22T09:32:23.175531-07:00

Over 4,000 Cirrus Aircraft Eligible for Avidyne Vantage12 Upgrade

Avidyne is set to boost its engagement with dealers as more than 4,000 Cirrus SR20s and SR22s aircraft are slated for the Vantage12 avionics upgrade, marking a significant uptick in workload.

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2024-03-05T17:35:51.821945-08:00 • 2024-03-05T17:35:51.821945-08:00