SATURDAY   |   May 17, 2008   
 




Clyde Cessna built and flew his first airplane.
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The Cessna Aircraft Company was formed on September 7, 1927, and incorporated on December 22.



Cessna produced the first full cantilever wing light airplane to go into production in this country.
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For the third time, the Detroit News named the Airmaster the world's most efficient airplane, awarding the trophy to Cessna permanently.



Production began on the Bobcat, Cessna's first twin engine aircraft.

Cessna built more than 750 gliders, capable of carrying 13 troops plus equipment, for the Army Air Force.



Nearly 5,400 Bobcat twins were produced since introduction in 1940.


Cessna returned to commercial production with the Models 120 and 140.
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Cessna's Fluid Power Division began delivery of hydraulic power components to farm implement manufacturers.

Production began on the 5-place Models 190 and 195, Cessna's first all-metal airplanes.
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Cessna entered the 4-place airplane market with the Model 170.

Cessna converted to metal-covered wings on the Models 120, 140, and 170.



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