Didn’t Cessna quit making small planes due to lawsuits?
Yes, for a time Cessna did suspend small plane manufacturing due to product liability costs, which contributed to a severe downturn in the general aviation industry. In response, the government reduced the liability exposure by passing the GARA Act (General Aviation Revitalization Act) in 1994. That law limited product liability with general aviation aircraft after 18 years from original production date, which enabled the industry to recover, improving insurance coverage options and managing costs for manufacturers and aircraft owners.
