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Meet the Cessna SkyCourier UX, a new concept for autonomous contested logistics from Textron Aviation and Merlin. No cockpit. A nose that opens for straight-in loading. Built on a proven airframe, powered by Merlin Pilot. Revealed today at #AFA2026. Learn more:

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Dalmosch3 days ago

@Cessna @TextronAviation bravo

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🅰️Kyle3 days ago

@LPM1985 @Cessna @TextronAviation Bullish $MRLN

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@Cessna @TextronAviation hollly shit

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Alex A.C.3 days ago

@Cessna @TextronAviation Team, time to use the autonomous system in the SP to stop the drop 😉

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@Cessna @TextronAviation Hold

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