The Model 407 wasn't just a trainer with extra seats; it was designed for serious travel. Key projected specs from the Cessna 407 specifications included: 423 knots (roughly 487 mph). Range: Approximately 1,380 nautical miles.

A pressurized, four-seat interior with a large entry door on the starboard side. Why Did It Fail?

Despite the high hopes of Cessna President Dwane L. Wallace, who saw it as the "forerunner of a modern commercial fleet," the 407 never entered full production.

While you can't buy a real one, the "Rare Bird" lives on in the digital world. Enthusiasts often look for to add this unique aircraft to their flight simulators. If you’re looking to install a mod: Cessna 407: Full Steam Ahead, Right Up Until the End

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Cessna ultimately decided to focus its resources on a clean-sheet design—the Fanjet 500—which would later be renamed the Cessna Citation , launching one of the most successful business jet families in history. Experience the 407 Today