Mexico’s cargo transportation provider FlexCoah has taken delivery of the first Cessna SkyCourier in the country for use by the company’s aviation subsidiary, Altair. The aircraft, a freighter variant, will expand the company’s air freight capabilities throughout the country.

“For years, our company has been dedicated to moving goods safely and reliably on the road. By adding aircraft to our fleet, we’re opening the skies for our customers as well,” explains Chava de las Fuentes, general manager, FlexCoah. “This investment allows us to offer faster delivery times, connect with new markets and give our clients the flexibility to choose between ground and air transportation depending on their needs. It’s about evolving with our customers and making sure we continue to be their trusted logistics partner, whether by highway or by air.”

“The Cessna SkyCourier’s combination of reliability, payload capacity and mission flexibility makes it a powerful asset for operators looking to scale their operations while maintaining cost-efficiency,” adds Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, sales and marketing. “The delivery of the Cessna SkyCourier to FlexCoah reflects the aircraft’s growing role in transforming regional logistics.”

Founded in 2009 in Saltillo, Mexico, FlexCoah is a nationally recognised freight transportation company specialising in long-haul and local cargo services. The new Cessna SkyCourier will join the company’s Cessna Caravan aircraft to support large-scale freight hauls, offering customers a reliable and flexible logistics solution that meets their evolving needs.

The twin engine, high-wing Cessna SkyCourier turboprop offers a combination of performance and lower operating costs for air freight, commuter and special mission operators.

The freighter variant is sized to handle up to three LD3 shipping containers with an impressive 6,000 pounds of payload capability. The 19-passenger variant includes crew and passenger doors for smooth boarding, as well as large cabin windows for natural light and views. Both configurations offer single-point pressure refuelling to enable faster turnarounds.

The SkyCourier is powered by two wing-mounted Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-65SC turboprop engines and features the McCauley Propeller C779, a heavy-duty and reliable 110-inch aluminium four-blade propeller, which is full feathering with reversible pitch, designed to enhance the performance of the aircraft while hauling tremendous loads. The SkyCourier is operated with Garmin G1000 NXi avionics and has a maximum cruise speed of more than 200kts and a 900nm maximum range.

The Cessna SkyCourier’s presence has steadily expanded across the world, with announcements this year including the first delivery to Canada and first order from Mongolia, among others. These demonstrate the aircraft’s adaptability and increasing demand across various global regions and mission profiles.