N532TX
Textron AirLand Scorpion (E530 / Model 530) (E530 / Model 530)
Textron AirLand LLC
5 Hours
Duration of Flight
2200 NM
Range
450 MPH
Max Speed
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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2025-11-26| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-10-25 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Textron AirLand Scorpion (E530 / Model 530) (E530 / Model 530)
Overview
U.S. registration N532TX assigned to Textron AirLand for the Scorpion demonstrator (construction number 530-0002). Photographed publicly on 2017-10-25 in Glasgow while en route to an airshow; operated as a company demonstrator rather than as a line production asset.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Honeywell TFE731 (4000 lbf each)
- Range: 2200 nm
- Cruise: 430 kts
- Seats: 2
- Ceiling: 45000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Tandem two‑seat cockpit (pilot + WSO); no passenger cabin; internal mission bay plus multiple underwing hardpoints. Two‑place tandem cockpit optimized for ISR/mission systems; mission consoles replace typical passenger accommodation. Avionics: Modern flat‑panel Cobham‑style displays; integrated FMS, EICAS, dual ADAHRS, GPS/SBAS, HOTAS controls and mission systems integration capability.
Model & Market Context
This article describes airframe N532TX, a Textron AirLand Scorpion (E530 / Model 530) with manufacturer serial 530-0002. The build year is Not published; the airframe is owned and registered in the United States to Textron AirLand LLC, a corporate operator based in Wichita, KS. The aircraft carries U.S. registration US and remains on the books of its manufacturer-owner for development, demonstration, or internal use. Valuation and condition highlights list the airframe at an estimated $20,000,000, with no public record of notable changes in ownership or major registry events beyond corporate retention.
The subject airframe features a tandem two‑seat cockpit configured for pilot and weapons systems officer, with no passenger cabin and an internal mission bay augmented by multiple underwing hardpoints. Avionics are modern, Cobham‑style flat‑panel displays with integrated FMS, EICAS, dual ADAHRS, GPS/SBAS, HOTAS controls and mission systems integration capability, supporting both flight and mission management tasks. Typical mission profiles for this specific E530 airframe emphasize medium‑range strike, surveillance, and test/demonstration sorties consistent with its 2,200 nm range and 430 kt cruise speed, operating from its home base in Wichita, KS. Maintenance considerations center on twin Honeywell TFE731 powerplants and mission avionics upkeep while held in corporate inventory.
The airframe is an instance of the Textron AirLand Scorpion family (E530 / Model 530), positioned to deliver jet performance (45,000 ft ceiling, 430 kt cruise) in a two‑seat tandem combat/mission configuration. With twin TFE731 engines and on‑airframe mission systems, the model targets operators seeking a low‑risk, manufacturer‑supported platform for light attack, ISR, and tactical training roles. Market considerations for this airframe emphasize lifecycle support and avionics upgrades, and its corporate ownership and valuation of $20,000,000 inform potential resale or role‑conversion decisions.