Piper Aircraft, a renowned manufacturer of general aviation aircraft, has announced that Sierra Charlie Aviation has placed an order for fifty Archer TX aircraft. The deliveries of these new Piper trainers are scheduled to commence in 2026 and will replace Sierra Charlie Aviation’s existing fleet of competitive single-engine aircraft. The addition of fifty Piper Archers to their fleet will not only increase availability, flexibility, and efficiency but will also help Sierra Charlie Aviation set new standards for excellence in flight training. By incorporating these Piper trainers, the flight school aims to deliver even greater value and exceptional training for both students and instructors.
“We are looking forward to expanding our fleet partnership with a premier flight school such as Sierra Charlie Aviation,” said Ron Gunnarson, VP of Marketing, Sales and Customer Support, Piper Aircraft. “Piper trainers are known for their reliability and ease of use, and we are honored Sierra Charlie has chosen Piper to help elevate their program to new heights. We are excited to officially welcome them into the Piper Flight School Alliance,” he further added.