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From Kansas to Kiwi Skies One Pilots Transpacific Adventure

When New Zealand pilot Paul Hood took delivery of his brand-new Cessna® Turbo Stationair® HD piston in Wichita, Kansas, he wasn't about to let someone else fly it home.

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Products, service, propel McCauley systems forward

Across the aviation industry, one truth remains: reliable, high-quality components aren't optional—they are essential.

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Crucial conversations pave way for innovative product advancements

Despite the success and nostalgia that follow these aircraft, Textron Aviation, seeking a fresh perspective on its products engaged the pilots, owners and instructors that use them day in and day out.

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Citation Longitude, features, prove true in ‘whirlwind’ around-the-world exploration

Representing the ideal mix of modern design and cutting-edge technology, The Cessna® Citation Longitude® serves as the pinnacle of the Citation® family of products.

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"Our great grandmother flew this": Decades-long search leads family to Textron Aviation, Beechcraft Staggerwing

Tucked away in the Textron Aviation delivery center sits a Beechcraft Staggerwing Model 17. For aviation enthusiasts and historians alike, this aircraft serves as a reminder of the humble beginnings of what is now Textron Aviation.

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Avionics Upgrades and Enhancements Keep Pilot Mission Focused

Jonathan Corcoran, President of Corcoran Aviation, plans for what is ahead. Mapping routes to fly the Cessna® Citation® CJ3+™ jet is an important part of every mission.

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Established Patent Culture Leads To Historic Year For Textron Aviation Inventors

For Textron Aviation, our legendary products are a result of forward-thinking concepts and unique design ideas brought to reality by our skilled employees.

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Cessna Caravan "Workhorse" enhances possibilities for inspiring, life-saving missions

Focusing on the needs of others sits at the core of Mission Aviation Fellowship International (MAFI). Designed to deliver hope and support through aviation, MAFI is a faith-based international organization providing assistance through medical care and other necessities to less populated parts of the world.

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Community Spotlight: David Stanley - King Air Pilot with the Royal Flying Doctors of Australia

David Stanley, a Beechcraft® King Air® pilot, who has found purpose in serving with an organization that has an incredibly altruistic goal; the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) of Australia.

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From Classic to Cutting-Edge: A Guide to Evolving Your Aircraft Cabin

The cabin experience is one of the most personal and unique parts of aircraft ownership.

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King Air Shines in the Cold of Canada

In this Community Spotlight feature, we're heading to the cold of Canada to feature @flyingwithdebby, a charter King Air® turboprop pilot based in Winnipeg.

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CPDLC Explained: What CPDLC Means For Aircraft Operators

Countries around the world are implementing a new way for pilots and Air Traffic Control (ATC) to communicate. Called Controller Pilot Data Link Communications (CPDLC), the technology aims to supplement traditional radio traffic with text-based messages.

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From the Experts: Why a Pro Line 21 to Fusion upgrade was the right move

At Textron Aviation, both new and legacy aircraft owners have access to manufacturer-exclusive expertise.

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Aircraft Charter Service Turns to Beechcraft Denali for New Advantage

Deciding on the right aircraft for your mission can be difficult.

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Relationship founded on shared vision transcends decades-long international bond

At the root of any successful working relationship, you will find evidence of trust, communication and reliability.

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"Midsize jet leader" growing European charter market

It started with a recognized opportunity. Taking the time to assess clients' needs, missions and unrealized potential. For BHS Aviation CEO, Daniel Suter, potential would lie within a fixed-wing AOC (Air Operator Certificate).

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Financing a private aircraft 101

Private aviation has the potential to unlock a world that propels your business forward unlike anything you’ve experienced before.

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Innovative Design Efforts Lead to Increased Customization Opportunities

Each aircraft tells its own story. It has its own mission and carries its own purpose.

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In Europe, Citation Finds Charter Success

“We have over 50 Textron Aviation products currently in operations worldwide, basically the whole past and present Citation line,” said Robert Fisch, the president of Aviation Services at Luxaviation. “The Citation jet line has been incredibly reliable and economical to run, and the clients just love them.”

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CARAVAN-FOCUSED COMPANY DEEMS CESSNA SKYCOURIER THE ULTIMATE AIR CARGO UPGRADE

When many cargo aviators think of hauling through the skies, they often immediately think the CESSNA CARAVAN turboprop. For one on-demand cargo company based out of Hawaii, it was the aircraft that changed everything.

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BUSINESS AIRCRAFT OR COMMERCIAL AIRLINES?

When the distance is too far to drive to attend a conference or to meet your customer, it’s time to decide whether to travel by airline or business aircraft.

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SAVING AFRICA’S WILDLIFE STARTS IN THE SKY

In Nairobi National Park in Kenya, orphaned infant African elephants are fighting for a future.

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Freedom Without Impact: Amphibious Aircraft

As many travelers know, some of the most beautiful places on the planet are in hard to reach locations. Remote areas in the Bahamas, for instance, often contain the cleanest beaches, best fishing, and most desirable natural landscapes. But most who seek out these areas do so because of what nature has created and preserving that is of the upmost importance.

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“ONE OF THE GREATEST INVESTMENTS”: A FACTORY-NEW CESSNA PISTON

For nearly three quarters of a century, the Harvey family has been a household name in Snohomish County, Wash. The family began Snohomish Flying Service (SFS) in 1946, incorporating in 1950 and became the Fixed Base Operator (FBO) and flight training school of Harvey Field.

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Family Bonding Over a Citation Mustang

Jets are often considered a business tool enabling companies to grow efficiency and expand reach. But sometimes those tools do more than take a businessperson to several meetings a day or home for dinner. Often, jets connect people in a deeper sense, especially when a generational love of flying is involved.

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Investing in Citation

Kevin Baird’s career in aviation has developed in a unique way. His goal was to understand both what happens inside of the cockpit as well as outside of it. And he wanted to ensure his path allowed him to grow in both areas.

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King Air: A History

The world’s most popular turboprop aircraft brand can be found in the internationally known name, KING AIR. With an impressive legacy product line in addition to two newly updated King Air products, it’s clear this brand will now and forever be the king of turboprops.

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Citation: A History

The CITATION brand of aircraft is the most popular line of business jets in the world. With more than 35 million flight hours – far more than any of its competitors – Citation branded aircraft allow customers to expand their business reach.

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Beechcraft: A History

Manufactured in the aviation hub of Wichita, Kan., and with maintenance and support locations worldwide, the Beechcraft brand of aircraft traces its roots to the pioneers of aviation. Throughout its history, this brand of products has been known for quality, reliability and value that established benchmarks for the industry.

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Cessna: A History

Headquartered in the aviation hub of Wichita, Kan., and with maintenance and support locations worldwide, the Cessna brand of aircraft traces its roots to the pioneers of aviation. Throughout its history, this brand of products has been known for quality, reliability and value that established benchmarks for the industry.

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Enabling Sustainable Eco-Tourism With Aviation

Lady Elliot Island is a 42-hectare island at the southern tip of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. It is about 46 nautical miles north-east of Bundaberg located off Queensland, Australia. It is managed jointly by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority and the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service under a collaborative lease arrangement with the Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort. The resort is the dream of one man, Peter Gash.

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One to 120: Investment Equals Expansion at Flight School

It started in 1999 with one man and one used aircraft. Danny Perna had a pre-owned CESSNA 152 piston, an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license and a flight instructor rating. That was all it took.

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Defining Value and ROI at an Aircraft Flight School

When it comes to expanding business or elevating leisure, many individuals look to the skies. They begin to dream of a day when they can conquer the clouds and be masters of their own fate. Some of those daring individuals go even a step farther and decide to explore the world of aviation from the cockpit.

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CITATION JETS: HOW A EUROPEAN CHARTER COMPANY IS IMPRESSING EVERY CLIENT

Aeronautical or sectional maps are good friends to most pilots. Pilots use them to understand departure and arrival areas in order to establish safe flight plans.

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Adventure and exploration in a 172 #WITHMYCESSNA:

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Mountain Flying in Colorado #WithMyCessna

First of all, if there is anyone out there that is on the fence about taking the mountain flying course…stop thinking about it and just do it! It was one of the most thrilling, rewarding and exciting times I have had flying in a long time.

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