Revolutionary GA Manufacturer Cirrus Design Takes on Lead Sponsorship Of ANN's 2008 Oshkosh Coverage  

Cirrus Design is the designer and manufacturer of the CIRRUS SR20 and the world's best selling FAA certified small aircraft, the CIRRUS SR22. Brothers Alan and Dale Klapmeier founded Cirrus Design Corporation in 1984 with a strong commitment to becoming an industry leader in revitalizing the general aviation market by creating high-quality, technologically advanced aircraft for all levels of pilots.  As experienced pilots themselves, the Klapmeier brothers understood the industry needs and began to research new technology, design and safety options. 

They challenged conventional engineering and long-time standards in design and began to explore ways to build a better, safer airplane.  Today, they build the only FAA Certified production airplanes equipped with the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS), which, in 2002, made aviation history with the first safe landing by a private pilot after deploying the parachute. CIRRUS is headquartered in Duluth, MN.

Cirrus Design began as an aircraft design and manufacturing company in Baraboo, Wis.  

Though the first plane designed (the VK-30, shown above) was not FAA certified, it became the inspiration for developing technologically advanced production aircraft. In 1994, the corporation moved its headquarters to larger facilities in Duluth, MN and began research and development of the CIRRUS SR20, a four-passenger, single-engine composite aircraft. 

 While Cirrus Design has manufactured various aircraft since it's founding, the CIRRUS SR20 is an original concept from start to finish.  The company's next generation of aircraft is the world's best selling SR22, a four seat aircraft with a more powerful engine and extended range. 

Continual upgrades including air-conditioning and Turbo charging make the SR22 the most innovative airplane in its class. The SR20 and the SR22, exemplify the company's commitment to making personal aviation more accessible; with airplanes that are easier to operate and safer for both pilots and non-pilots alike.  The Cirrus product line now offers the SR20 G3, SR22 G3, SRS, and Cirrus Vision SJ50 jet.

See The Best of Cirrus Design At Oshkosh Display Areas 15-22, S-43

 REALLY Cool Facts About Cirrus Design

• Cirrus Design was one of the first companies to step up as a founding sponsor of ANN's revolutionary Aero-TV programming. 
• Cirrus was the first aircraft manufacturer to receive FAA Certification for an aircraft designed with an integral ballistic recovery system, the patented Cirrus Airframe Parachute System™ (CAPS™). 
• The first Cirrus aircraft to receive FAA Certification was the four-passenger SR20 in 1998.
• Cirrus delivered the first all glass cockpit for a certified general aviation aircraft in 2004.
• To date, Cirrus has manufactured and delivered over 3,900 aircraft.
• To date, the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS™) is credited with saving the lives of 24 people, 12 pulls.
• Cirrus first began operations in Baraboo, WI (KDLL) before moving to Duluth, MN in January of 1994.
• Cirrus produces 4 aircraft per day.
• Cirrus Vision SJ50 is the official name of Cirrus Design's single engine personal jet, formerly known as the-jet.  On July 3, 2008 at 9:47 a.m., CDT, Cirrus Vision SJ50 made its landmark first flight outside the company's worldwide headquarters at the Duluth Airport in Duluth, Minnesota.
• As leaders in technology and navigation, Cirrus and Garmin sat in the cockpit and re-imagined ways to revolutionize the flying experience. Now Cirrus Perspective makes that new vision a reality in the airplane. In May 2008, Cirrus announced the revolutionary partnership with Garmin:  Cirrus Perspective
• Cirrus aircraft come with a full service maintenance plan.  You aircraft purchase covers your maintenance costs for the first two years of ownership or 600 hours of flight.  Cirrus changing the industry again - Cirrus Maintenance.

Check Out Cirrus Design News Features On Aero-TV!!!

• Sun, 22 July 2007: Cirrus Jet Debuts!

• Mon, Feb 11 2008: Aero-TV Profiles The Cirrus Design SRS (Part One)

• Tue, Feb 12 2008: Aero-TV Profiles The Cirrus Design SRS (Part Two)

• Wed, Feb 13 2008: Aero-TV Profiles The Cirrus Design SRS (Part Three)

• Fri, Mar 28 2008: Aero-TV Checks Out The SR20-G3!!!

• Tue, May 20 2008: ANN/Aero-TV Special Report: Cirrus + Garmin = A New 'Perspective'

• Wed, Jul 9 2008: Join Aero-TV For A Ringside Seat To The Historic First Flight Of The Cirrus Jet!

• Mon, Jul 21 2008: Aero-TV Visits COPA 2008: The Annual Gathering Of Cirrus Owner/Flyers

Cirrus Design Is A Major NEWS-Maker... Here's Some Of The Reasons Why!

• 'The-Jet' No More: Cirrus Names Its Single-Engine Wonder
• ANN EXCLUSIVE First Photos: 'The-Jet' Flies!
• ANN Exclusive: Cirrus Jet Test Program Ready For Takeoff
• Counting Down: 'The-Jet' Ready For Taxi Tests
• Cirrus Names David Glorius New Senior VP Of Sales
• Cirrus Opens New Sales Center In Greece
• ANN/Aero-TV Special Report: Cirrus + Garmin = A New 'Perspective'
• Cirrus Provides Update On Status Of 'the jet'
• Cirrus Combines Private, Instrument Training
• Upgraded! Cirrus Design Promotes Three In Sales Team
• Cirrus Announces New Standard Maintenance Program
• Upgraded! Cirrus Design's Brent Wouters
• Cirrus Expands To Venezuela, Surrounding Region
• Sebring '08: Cirrus Begins Taking Orders For SRS
• Cirrus Announces 2008 Model SR20
• Oh My, Dubai! DAE Flight Academy Goes With Cirrus For Training
• Cirrus Wants Room To Grow, And Build
• Cirrus Fleet Surpasses Two Million Flight-Hours Milestone

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