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Textron Aviation Defense is offering the Beechcraft M-346N jet as a proven solution from an iconic American company for the U.S. Navy Undergraduate Jet Training System (UJTS) program.

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- December 21, 2025
- Beechcraft T-6 Family
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).
- November 4, 2025
- Beechcraft M-346N
Beechcraft M-346N takes center stage — watch the recap

The future of Naval aviation training starts in America’s heartland. Catch highlights from our recent announcement.
- October 29, 2025
- Beechcraft M-346N
In pictures: Beechcraft M-346N event in Wichita

Textron Aviation Defense showcases plans to build the Beechcraft M-346N in Kansas, supporting U.S. Navy jet training from the American heartland if awarded the UJTS contract.
- October 28, 2025
- Beechcraft M-346N
Textron Aviation Defense announces Wichita production plans for Beechcraft M-346N if awarded U.S. Navy’s UJTS contract

The program would bring a more than $38M investment and an estimated 100 new manufacturing jobs to Kansas.
- October 23, 2025
- Beechcraft M-346N
Up close with the Beechcraft M-346N

Join Flight Test Pilot Steve Helmer for a walkaround of the jet, highlighting its design, capabilities and mission-ready features for the U.S. Navy.
- October 17, 2025
- Beechcraft T-6 Family
A global benchmark in military pilot training

The Royal New Zealand Air Force’s Beechcraft T-6C Texan II fleet surpasses 40,000 flight hours, showcasing global military pilot training excellence.