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• • March 4, 2026
  • Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability

  Remembering Russ Meyer and His Enduring Legacy

  The Textron Aviation team is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Russell W. “Russ” Meyer Jr., the longtime chairman and CEO, and Chairman Emeritus, of Cessna Aircraft Company.

• • March 2, 2026
  • People

  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...

• • February 26, 2026
  • People

  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 ...

• • February 19, 2026
  • Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability

  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.

• • February 18, 2026
  • Cessna

  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.

• • February 13, 2026
  • Textron Aviation

  A shared love for aviation: Happy Valentine’s Day

  Download and share two product-inspired valentines, one featuring the Beechcraft King Air and the other featuring the Cessna Caravan.

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