Ibis Aerospace has given the name Spirit to its executive configured Ae270 Propjet. The company recently brought its book for the aircraft to 76 firm orders, with options for six more. Production capacity for 2004 is planned to be five aircraft. Thereafter, Ibis will produce 30 aircraft per year.

The Ae270 Propjet is a large-cabin, pressurised aircraft designed to carry up to ten people – two crew

plus eight passengers. It will cover stage lengths of up to 1,610nm with fuel reserves.