Special Olympics athletes begin journey home as Special Olympics Airlift return flights launch
Textron Aviation concludes the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, with Cessna and Beechcraft volunteer pilots flying athletes home from St. Paul.
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Special Missions Cessna SkyCourier to appear at Farnborough International Airshow
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Special Olympics Airlift takes flight nationwide; Dove 1 arrives at St. Paul Downtown Airport
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Recognizing 15 years of dependable service for European operators at our Prague Service Center
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City of Wichita recognizes Textron Aviation-led Airlift that brings Cessna and Beechcraft community together for Spec...
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Cessna SkyCourier enters service in the Philippines with first delivery to Leading Edge Air Services Corporation
The Cessna SkyCourier has entered service in the Philippines with the first delivery to Leading Edge Air Services Corporation.
Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 takes first flight, advancing next-generation light jet program
Textron Aviation reached a major development milestone in its next-generation light jet portfolio as the Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 prototype successfully completed its first flight.
Textron Aviation celebrates 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 rollout as Gen3 era approaches
Textron Aviation today celebrated the rollout of the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 series aircraft, a Citation CJ4 Gen2.
Cessna SkyCourier demand drives expansion of Textron Aviation flight test operations
Textron Aviation announced the completed expansion of its flight test hangar on the company’s East Wichita Campus, increasing capacity to support growing global demand for the Cessna SkyCourier and...
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin autothrottles earns ANAC and EASA validation, expanding pilot-friendly technology...
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin autothrottles has earned validation from Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (A...
Harlow Aerostructures earns 2026 Kansas SBA honor following Textron Aviation Defense nomination
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Platoon Aviation’s fleet will expand charter operations to become Europe’s largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet
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Celebrating AMT Day: The Textron Aviation team that keeps you flying
Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMT) are at the heart of Textron Aviation.
Special Olympics athletes begin journey home as Special Olympics Airlift return flights launch
Textron Aviation concludes the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, with Cessna and Beechcraft volunteer pilots flying athletes home from St. Paul.
Recognizing 15 years of dependable service for European operators at our Prague Service Center
Textron Aviation is celebrating 15 years of supporting customers at its Prague Service Center, a key location within the company’s global service network.
Cessna SkyCourier enters service in the Philippines with first delivery to Leading Edge Air Services Corporation
The Cessna SkyCourier has entered service in the Philippines with the first delivery to Leading Edge Air Services Corporation.
Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 takes first flight, advancing next-generation light jet program
Textron Aviation reached a major development milestone in its next-generation light jet portfolio as the Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 prototype successfully completed its first flight.
Textron Aviation celebrates 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 rollout as Gen3 era approaches
Textron Aviation today celebrated the rollout of the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 series aircraft, a Citation CJ4 Gen2.
Cessna SkyCourier demand drives expansion of Textron Aviation flight test operations
Textron Aviation announced the completed expansion of its flight test hangar on the company’s East Wichita Campus, increasing capacity to support growing global demand for the Cessna SkyCourier and...
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin autothrottles earns ANAC and EASA validation, expanding pilot-friendly technology...
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin autothrottles has earned validation from Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (A...
Platoon Aviation’s fleet will expand charter operations to become Europe’s largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet
A multi-aircraft fleet purchase agreement between Textron Aviation and Platoon Aviation positions the Hamburg-based charter operator to become the largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet owner in E...
Celebrating AMT Day: The Textron Aviation team that keeps you flying
Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMT) are at the heart of Textron Aviation.
First Beechcraft King Air 360 to enter Mongolian market with order placed by Hunnu Air
The iconic Beechcraft King Air 360 is making its entry into Mongolia with charter operator Hunnu Air placing the first order for the turboprop aircraft in the country.
Cessna SkyCourier to support expanded inter-island service for AIR Marshall Islands
The Cessna SkyCourier has reached a new milestone with the recent delivery of the first aircraft into the Republic of the Marshall Islands.
Textron Aviation’s Tampa Service Center marks 45 years of legendary service for customers
Since opening its doors in 1981, the Tampa Service Center has played a consistent role in helping Textron Aviation’s Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker owners and operators maintain and enhance the valu...
Special Olympics Airlift takes flight nationwide; Dove 1 arrives at St. Paul Downtown Airport
Approximately 130 Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft and volunteer pilots mobilize to transport more than 800 Special Olympics athletes and coaches to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
City of Wichita recognizes Textron Aviation-led Airlift that brings Cessna and Beechcraft community together for Spec...
The City of Wichita has issued a proclamation recognizing Special Olympics Airlift Month, honoring a signature aviation initiative rooted in the city’s aviation heritage and led by Textron Aviation...
Cessna Citation Longitude and Citation Ascend to debut at AERO Friedrichshafen alongside legendary lineup of Cessna, ...
The Cessna Citation Longitude and the Cessna Citation Ascend are expected to make their show debut alongside a legendary lineup of Cessna, Beechcraft and Pipistrel aircraft at AERO Friedrichshafen,...
Peruvian Army selects Beechcraft King Air 360C for multi-mission operation
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Cessna SkyCourier to make show debut at FIDAE 2026, showcasing aircraft adaptability for diverse special missions
Textron Aviation will return to FIDAE 2026, taking place April 7–9 in Santiago, Chile, with a strong showing of its special mission platforms.
Textron Aviation to feature a broad range of industry leading Cessna, Beechcraft and Pipistrel aircraft at the SUN ’n...
Textron Aviation today announced that it will showcase a broad lineup of its legendary turboprop and piston aircraft...
Ron Draper on the State of General Aviation: Innovation, Workforce and Looking Forward
General aviation thrives with advanced technology, proactive talent training and global certification efforts, says Textron Aviation President & CEO Ron Draper at GAMA event.
Textron Aviation Leads Industry in Key Aircraft Delivery Segments
These results underscore the trust customers place in the performance, reliability and mission versatility of the Cessna and Beechcraft brands.
Textron Aviation to showcase industry-leading products at Singapore Airshow
Textron Aviation will showcase three of its industry-leading products at the upcoming Singapore Airshow, February 3 through 6 at Changi Exhibition Centre in Singapore.
Special Missions Cessna SkyCourier to appear at Farnborough International Airshow
Textron Aviation Iwill return to the Farnborough International Airshow with a Cessna SkyCourier on static display, giving global customers and media an up close look at the aircraft’s expanding rol...
Special Olympics Airlift takes flight nationwide; Dove 1 arrives at St. Paul Downtown Airport
Approximately 130 Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft and volunteer pilots mobilize to transport more than 800 Special Olympics athletes and coaches to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
Cessna SkyCourier enters service in the Philippines with first delivery to Leading Edge Air Services Corporation
The Cessna SkyCourier has entered service in the Philippines with the first delivery to Leading Edge Air Services Corporation.
Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 takes first flight, advancing next-generation light jet program
Textron Aviation reached a major development milestone in its next-generation light jet portfolio as the Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 prototype successfully completed its first flight.
Textron Aviation celebrates 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 rollout as Gen3 era approaches
Textron Aviation today celebrated the rollout of the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 series aircraft, a Citation CJ4 Gen2.
Cessna SkyCourier demand drives expansion of Textron Aviation flight test operations
Textron Aviation announced the completed expansion of its flight test hangar on the company’s East Wichita Campus, increasing capacity to support growing global demand for the Cessna SkyCourier and...
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin autothrottles earns ANAC and EASA validation, expanding pilot-friendly technology...
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin autothrottles has earned validation from Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (A...
Platoon Aviation’s fleet will expand charter operations to become Europe’s largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet
A multi-aircraft fleet purchase agreement between Textron Aviation and Platoon Aviation positions the Hamburg-based charter operator to become the largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet owner in E...
First Beechcraft King Air 360 to enter Mongolian market with order placed by Hunnu Air
The iconic Beechcraft King Air 360 is making its entry into Mongolia with charter operator Hunnu Air placing the first order for the turboprop aircraft in the country.
Cessna SkyCourier to support expanded inter-island service for AIR Marshall Islands
The Cessna SkyCourier has reached a new milestone with the recent delivery of the first aircraft into the Republic of the Marshall Islands.
New Cessna Caravans to Boost USDA’s Fight Against Crop-Damaging Insects
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Fleet launch customer NetJets takes delivery of first three Cessna Citation Ascend midsize business jets
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Harlow Aerostructures earns 2026 Kansas SBA honor following Textron Aviation Defense nomination
Harlow Aerostructures LLC, a Wichita-based aerospace supplier nominated by Textron Aviation Defense, has received the 2026 Kansas Small Business Persons of the Year award from the U.S. Small Busine...
Honeywell Announces Plans to Expand Aircraft Engine Manufacturing in Arizona to Support Beechcraft M-346N
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Textron Aviation Defense Awarded Five-Year Sustaining Engineering and Program Management Contract for Beechcraft T-6 ...
Textron Aviation Defense Awarded Five-Year Sustaining Engineering and Program Management Contract for Beechcraft T-6 Texan II Fleet. Textron Aviation Defense continues to support sustainment of mor...
Textron Aviation Defense to Showcase Beechcraft M-346N Training Capability at Sea-Air-Space
Experience the M-346N simulator and explore cutting-edge jet training technology for U.S. Navy pilot preparation.
Textron Aviation receives first military order for Cessna SkyCourier, launching the aircraft into global defense mark...
Textron Aviation receives first military order for Cessna SkyCourier
Cessna SkyCourier strengthens mission versatility with new In‑Flight Operable Door option
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Inside the Training Revolution: M-346 Elevates Mission-Ready Pilots
A must read on the future of fighter pilot training and how the Beechcraft M-346N integrated training system can support the U.S. Navy.
Textron Aviation Defense secures first contract to deliver Beechcraft T-6 Texan II integrated training system to Japan
Textron Aviation Defense has finalized its first contract to deliver the Beechcraft T-6JP Texan II integrated training system to Japan’s Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF).
Cessna Citation Longitude and Citation Ascend to debut at AERO Friedrichshafen alongside legendary lineup of Cessna, ...
The Cessna Citation Longitude and the Cessna Citation Ascend are expected to make their show debut alongside a legendary lineup of Cessna, Beechcraft and Pipistrel aircraft at AERO Friedrichshafen,...
Textron Aviation to feature a broad range of industry leading Cessna, Beechcraft and Pipistrel aircraft at the SUN ’n...
Textron Aviation today announced that it will showcase a broad lineup of its legendary turboprop and piston aircraft...
Pipistrel achieves first Velis Electro safety certification in Asia
Pipistrel, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today announced that the Civil Aviation Authority of South Korea has granted the first safety certificate for a Pipistrel Velis Electro.
Pipistrel achieves historic type certification in Colombia
Pipistrel, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today announced that Aerocivil, the Colombian Civil Aviation Authority, has issued the type certificate for the currently produced Pipistrel Explorer,...
Special Olympics athletes begin journey home as Special Olympics Airlift return flights launch
Textron Aviation concludes the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, with Cessna and Beechcraft volunteer pilots flying athletes home from St. Paul.
In His Own Words: Russ Meyer on Leadership, Teamwork and Being Legendary
Mr. Meyer leaves an enduring legacy of innovation, advocacy and service. Hear what it truly means to be legendary in his own words.
Remembering Russ Meyer and His Enduring Legacy
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Textron Aviation launches donation campaign to support 2026 Special Olympics Airlift; continues nationwide call for v...
Textron Aviation invites individuals, organizations and suppliers across the country to contribute to Special Olympics in support of the Airlift. Donations to the Special Olympics, a 501(c)(3) char...
Omani and Jeanie Carson named inaugural departure day Dove 1 for 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, donating aircraft and...
As departure day Dove 1, the Carsons will guide the first aircraft lifting off from Minneapolis’ Twin Cities on Saturday, June 27, reuniting athletes with their families, hometowns and communities ...
Ron Draper on the State of General Aviation: Innovation, Workforce and Looking Forward
General aviation thrives with advanced technology, proactive talent training and global certification efforts, says Textron Aviation President & CEO Ron Draper at GAMA event.
