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California Aeronautical University expands flight training fleet with 15 Cessna Skyhawk aircraft

Textron Aviation today announced an agreement with California Aeronautical University for the purchase of 15 Cessna Skyhawk aircraft with deliveries beginning in 2027.

Textron Aviation celebrates 10 years as one team, winning together

Today, our company is celebrating an important milestone – the 10th anniversary as Textron Aviation. On March 14, 2014, Beechcraft and Cessna joined forces and became a united team.

Textron Aviation special missions Cessna Grand Caravans to be acquired to aid in Horn of Africa security

Textron Aviation today announced the award of a contract by the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, AL, for two Cessna Grand Caravan EX turboprop aircraft. The aircraft will be owned a...

Textron Aviation celebrates first Cessna SkyCourier order in Indonesia at Singapore Airshow

Representatives from Textron Aviation and PT Smart Aviation celebrated the company’s purchase agreement for the first Cessna SkyCourier order in Indonesia. The agreement includes a SkyCourier passe...

Women Who Inspire the Journey of Flight

Throughout Women’s History Month during March, Textron Aviation proudly celebrates the remarkable achievements and contributions of women across our company and the aviation industry. From pioneeri...

Celebrating the Textron Aviation team on Employee Appreciation Day

The best employees in the aviation industry are at Textron Aviation. We’re a company filled with talent, dedicated to the pursuit of what’s possible.

Textron Aviation leads industry deliveries across multiple segments

With the unwavering support of Cessna and Beechcraft owners and operators, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of technology and aircraft design.

Textron Aviation’s Cessna SkyCourier chosen by Hinterland Aviation for fleet expansion, revolutionizing regional conn...

Textron Aviation announced a purchase agreement for the first Cessna SkyCourier passenger variant in Australia to regional airline Hinterland Aviation. The aircraft, expected to deliver in 2026, wi...

Cessna Grand Caravan EX Amphibian extends reach in Southeast Asia with delivery in Malaysia

Textron Aviation today announced the delivery of a new Cessna Grand Caravan EX Amphibian turboprop to Malaysian property developer, Ikhasas Sdn Bhd, via its subsidiary company Oriental Sky Sdn Bhd.

Bringing quality to every customer; one CJ3-series jet at a time

If you ask John Salazar about the key to the long-term success of the Cessna Citation CJ3 aircraft, one word quickly comes to mind – quality.

Textron Aviation to highlight industry-leading products, capabilities and global customer support at Singapore Airshow

The region is home to nearly 400 Textron Aviation jets and more than 1,000 Textron Aviation turboprops.

CJ3 Gen2 assemblers thrive on creating a product that exceeds customer expectations

As an electrical technician, Imelda Bennett plays a crucial role in the final assembly of the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 line aircraft. Her expertise ensures that every electrical component is flawle...

Textron Aviation celebrates 10 years as one team, winning together

Today, our company is celebrating an important milestone – the 10th anniversary as Textron Aviation. On March 14, 2014, Beechcraft and Cessna joined forces and became a united team.

Textron Aviation leads industry deliveries across multiple segments

With the unwavering support of Cessna and Beechcraft owners and operators, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of technology and aircraft design.

Textron Aviation to highlight industry-leading products, capabilities and global customer support at Singapore Airshow

The region is home to nearly 400 Textron Aviation jets and more than 1,000 Textron Aviation turboprops.

Textron Aviation thanks its many military veterans for their service

On Saturday, Nov. 11, our country will observe Veterans Day across the United States. The observance of this day began at the end of World War I when the Armistice with Germany went into effect on ...

Textron Aviation’s Maintenance and Paint Apprenticeship programs recognized by the Kansas Department of Commerce

Textron Aviation today announced that its Maintenance and Paint Apprenticeship programs have officially been recognized as state-registered apprenticeships through the Kansas Department of Commerce.

McCauley's new high-performance propeller for Beechcraft King Air B300 series enters into service

McCauley Propeller Systems today announced the first delivery and entry into service of its newest C780 propeller for the Beechcraft King Air B300 series, following its successful installation at T...

Beechcraft Denali makes show debut at EAA AirVenture

Textron Aviation today announced its new single-engine turboprop currently in development, the Beechcraft Denali, has made its show debut at the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture i...

Textron Aviation enhances passenger comfort with CoolView windows in Beechcraft King Air turboprops

Textron Aviation today announced a noteworthy upgrade for its Beechcraft King Air 260 and 360 turboprops with the introduction of new CoolView® windows to minimize heat transfer into the cabin on t...

McCauley’s new high-performance propeller for Beechcraft King Air B300 series achieves FAA certification

McCauley Propeller Systems announced today that its newest C780 propeller for the Beechcraft King Air B300 series, featuring four aluminum swept blades and a 105-inch diameter, has successfully ach...

Textron Aviation receives order for five Beechcraft King Air turboprops in support of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia weather...

Textron Aviation today announced it has been awarded a contract by AvMet International LLC (AvMet), based in Fargo, North Dakota, for one Beechcraft King Air 360CHW (cargo door, heavy weight) and f...

Textron Aviation celebrates 10 years as one team, winning together

Today, our company is celebrating an important milestone – the 10th anniversary as Textron Aviation. On March 14, 2014, Beechcraft and Cessna joined forces and became a united team.

Textron Aviation leads industry deliveries across multiple segments

With the unwavering support of Cessna and Beechcraft owners and operators, we are constantly pushing the boundaries of technology and aircraft design.

Bringing quality to every customer; one CJ3-series jet at a time

If you ask John Salazar about the key to the long-term success of the Cessna Citation CJ3 aircraft, one word quickly comes to mind – quality.

Textron Aviation to highlight industry-leading products, capabilities and global customer support at Singapore Airshow

The region is home to nearly 400 Textron Aviation jets and more than 1,000 Textron Aviation turboprops.

CJ3 Gen2 assemblers thrive on creating a product that exceeds customer expectations

As an electrical technician, Imelda Bennett plays a crucial role in the final assembly of the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 line aircraft. Her expertise ensures that every electrical component is flawle...

Productive conversations lead to successful results with the new CJ3 Gen2

When Textron Aviation announced the new Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 last year, it was considered the most comprehensive Gen2 product upgrade the company has ever introduced.

Customer input is evident throughout the new CJ3 Gen2

The list of amenities on the new Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 is long. Features such as additional legroom for pilots, a state-of-the-art cockpit with autothrottles, and an externally serviceable lavat...

Fostering futures: Textron Aviation's commitment to empowering youth with special needs through Project LIFE

Textron Aviation is committed to providing students with experience and exposure to aviation and advanced manufacturing careers. Two students were recently selected as part of Project LIFE to suppo...

Comprehensive upgrades have customer looking forward to the new CJ3 Gen2

How do you take an already great aircraft and make it even better? That was the question owner/operator Marc Dulude was asked when he accepted a role on Textron Aviation’s Customer Advisory Board f...

Sophisticated simplicity: Industrial designers unite to create superior jet interiors

Working at Textron Aviation has afforded Merril Williams and his entire team endless opportunities. When you become a part of the family, it's more than just a job — it's an exciting career that yo...

Datalink capabilities on the new CJ3 Gen2 bring peace of mind to owner/pilot

When Stephen Elop was asked to be part of Textron Aviation’s Customer Advisory Board for the new Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2, he knew exactly what he wanted incorporated in the new aircraft - a datali...

Greater comfort has Dave Mecartney looking forward to flying the new CJ3 Gen2

The Cessna Citation CJ3+ has long been a favorite aircraft to owner/pilot Dave Mecartney. So, when he was asked to be part of Textron Aviation’s Customer Advisory Board for designing the new CJ3 Ge...

Dubai Airshow 2023: Textron Aviation Defense and Special Missions Show Region Expanded Capabilities

Textron Aviation personnel engaged with Dubai Airshow attendees to show them firsthand how Defense and Special Missions aircraft serve the Middle East and African regions with expanded capabilities.

Textron Aviation’s Maintenance and Paint Apprenticeship programs recognized by the Kansas Department of Commerce

Textron Aviation today announced that its Maintenance and Paint Apprenticeship programs have officially been recognized as state-registered apprenticeships through the Kansas Department of Commerce.

Beechcraft T-6C Texan II Integrated Training System Revolutionizes Tunisian Air Force Pilot Production

Textron Aviation Defense today announced the arrival of eight Beechcraft T-6C Texan II aircraft in support of Tunisian Air Force pilot production at No. 13 Squadron at Sfax Air Base in Tunisia. Tex...

Textron Aviation announces new SustainableAdvantage carbon offset program for Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker owners

Textron Aviation today announced a new ProAdvantage program, SustainableAdvantage℠, to provide owners with an additional option for reducing their carbon dioxide emissions from operating aircraft. ...

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