Hondajet

The HondaJet light jet by Honda Aircraft Company has received type certification from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority of Mexico, the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC).

Claimed to be the most advanced light jet of the world, the aircraft is expected to make its debut at the 2016 Aero Expo, currently being held at Toluca International Airport, Mexico.

Receiving the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certification last December, the aircraft features patented an over-the-wing engine mount (OTWEM) configuration, a natural laminar flow wing and nose, as well as composite fuselage.

Honda Aircraft Company said that compared with other aircraft in the same category, HondaJet would provide a good combination of speed, comfort and fuel efficiency.

"Receiving aircraft validation in Mexico is an important milestone for Honda Aircraft Company, paving the way for the start of HondaJet deliveries in Mexico."

Produced at the company’s global headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina, US, the aircraft was delivered last December.

Honda Aircraft Company president and CEO Michimasa Fujino said: "Receiving aircraft validation in Mexico is an important milestone for Honda Aircraft Company, paving the way for the start of HondaJet deliveries in Mexico."

The company has collaborated with Mexico-based executive aviation company Aerolineas Ejecutivas to provide sales, service and support for local customers.

The HondaJet is available in North America, South America and Europe.

Honda Aircraft had set up a worldwide dealer network in 11 countries in order to serve HondaJet customers.

Image: HondaJet is expected to make its debut at the 2016 Aero Expo. Photo: courtesy of Honda Aircraft Company.