Vero Beach, FL., October 7, 2025 – Piper Aircraft is proud to announce the first domestic order of the newly-introduced diesel-powered multi-engine trainer: The Piper Seminole DX. Skyborne Airline Academy, a premier member of the Piper Flight School Alliance, has placed an order for five (5) Seminole DX aircraft, marking a significant milestone in advancing sustainable and performance-driven flight training.
Introduced in July 2025, the Seminole DX is gaining momentum among flight schools seeking a modern, more eco-friendly alternative to traditional avgas-powered aircraft. With unmatched performance and reliability, the aircraft boasts an estimated 35% reduction in fuel burn, a 32% increase in single-engine climb rate, and a 70% higher single-engine absolute ceiling. Equipped with state-of-the-art Garmin G1000 NXi all-glass avionics, the Seminole DX delivers cutting-edge technology tailored for advanced flight training.
Skyborne, located at Vero Beach Airport, will be the first domestic flight school to integrate the Seminole DX into its training fleet. This strategic investment underscores Skyborne’s commitment to delivering world-class, career-oriented pilot training using the most advanced aircraft available…