Aero-TV: Tarragon Program Advances Turbine Powered Future

Composite Aircraft Draws Attention At Sun ‘n Fun With Speed, Efficiency, And New Sport Pilot Potential At this year’s SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, Aero-News Network spoke with the team behind the Tarragon program as crowds gathered around one of the event’s most talked about light aircraft. Even with military demonstrations roaring overhead, the sleek carbon fiber design continued pulling attention thanks to its unusual combination of speed, efficiency, and advanced construction. During the interview, company representatives detailed the current state of production, which now stands at roughly eight to ten aircraft per year. Built in Latvia and assembled in Illinois, the Tarragon is designed as a high performance traveling aircraft capable of cruising near 190 knots while burning only around seven gallons of fuel per hour. Despite those numbers, the aircraft maintains a remarkably low stall speed of approximately 48 knots, placing it in a unique position as upcoming MOSAIC regulations continue to reshape the light sport category. The interview also explored the aircraft’s aerospace grade carbon fiber construction, CNC manufactured components, and torque tube flight controls that contribute to both strength and lightweight handling. Representatives additionally confirmed ongoing flight testing of a new 160 horsepower turbine powered version, which could make its public debut at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh later this year. With expanding capabilities and growing interest from pilots looking for efficient personal transportation, the Tarragon program is quickly becoming one of the more intriguing developments in modern recreational aviation. ©2026 Aero-News Network, Inc., ALL Rights Reserved FMI: tarragonaircraft.com, www.aero-news.net