First fully UK-built Islander aircraft completes maiden flight from the Isle of Wight
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First fully UK-built Islander aircraft completes maiden flight from the Isle of Wight

7 Sep 2026 · Originally published 7 Sep 2026 9/10 Original headline: First fully UK-built Islander completes maiden flight - The Manufacturer
Britten-Norman has successfully flown the first Islander aircraft assembled entirely from detail components at its Bembridge facility. By bringing the full airframe production back to the UK, the company can now manage its own manufacturing sequence and quality control while moving toward a target of eight aircraft per year.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK Isle Of Wight
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