VIVAERO HondaJet Echelon advances in testing and industrial preparation Honda Aircraft announced last Tuesday (15) that it has completed the first wing structure for the new HondaJet Echelon test unit—a milestone preceding the program's move toward final aircraft assembly. Larger than the HA-420 HondaJet, the business jet is scheduled to make its first flight in 2028, with type certification and initial deliveries planned for 2031. The Echelon is being developed as a light jet featuring increased passenger capacity and sufficient range for transcontinental flights across the United States. The manufacturer also anticipates certification for single-pilot operation. Completion of the first wing structure coincides with progress in development activities, structural testing, systems integration, and industrial preparation. According to Honda Aircraft, testing on components deemed critical to the program has already been completed. The company also stated that the updated schedule ac...
