Textron’s Pipistrel Receives Type Certification for Explorer, Velis Club, and X-Eye Aircraft in Colombia
Textron Inc.'s subsidiary, Pipistrel, has received type certification from Colombia's Aerocivil for its Explorer, Velis Club, and X-Eye aircraft. This is the first time an organization has achieved Colombian Aeronautical Regulation-Very Light Aircraft (RAC-VLA) type-certification, allowing Pipistrel to expand its market presence in Colombia and potentially other regions with similar regulations.
Textron Inc.’s subsidiary Pipistrel has achieved a significant regulatory milestone as the Colombian Civil Aviation Authority, Aerocivil, issued type certification for the Pipistrel Explorer, Velis Club, and X-Eye aircraft. This marks the first time an organization has received Colombian Aeronautical Regulation-Very Light Aircraft (RAC-VLA) type-certification from Aerocivil. The approval enables Pipistrel to expand its presence in Colombia, allowing local customers to operate these aircraft and providing a pathway for entry into other markets with similar regulations. No grant or funding involving multiple organizations is mentioned. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Textron Inc. published the original content used to generate this news brief on December 01, 2025, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2025 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here
