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Britten-Norman BN2 Islander

Lift typeFixed wing
Construction typeFactory-built
Control typePiloted
Engine typePiston, Turboprop
ApplicationPassenger small, Utility
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Twin piston light utility transport, also available in turboprop version BN2T.

Type variants

Variant Launch/First flight Production end  
BNG BN2 Project Fresson 1980 / 1980 Electric version developed by Cranfield Aerospace.
Britten-Norman BN2T-4S Islander 2023 / Larger version of piston variant, with an increased MTOW of 8,500lbs.

Recent news

View full news archive for the Britten-Norman BN2 Islander.

See recent updates (latest 16/10/2024)

Operations data

For detailed information about current charter operators, maintenance and training providers, and completions services for this aircraft, please consult our sister publication Business Air News: Britten Norman BN-2 Islander

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