Textron, parent company to Cessna, Beechcraft and Bell, is buying Pipistrel, a pioneer in electric aircraft. Once the deal closes, Textron will create a new business segment called Textron eAviation.
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Turbo Skylane back in Cessna lineup
The updated Turbo Skylane features the Garmin G1000 NXi avionics suite, a heated propeller, an in-cabin oxygen system, is powered by the Lycoming TIO-540 engine. Orders are being taken now, with delivery expected in early 2023.
Special Edition celebrates Bonanza’s 75th anniversary
Textron Aviation has unveiled a special edition 75th anniversary option for its Beechcraft Bonanza G36, distinguished by its custom interior and paint scheme inspired by Olive Ann Beech’s signature blue color.
Textron launches eighth Special Olympics Airlift
Textron Aviation has put out a call for aircraft owners to transport athletes and coaches to the Special Olympics in 2022 in Orlando, Florida.
New technical publications platform launches
WICHITA – Textron Aviation has launched its new technical publications platform – 1View – where Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker customers can access all maintenance manuals, flight documents and service information for their aircraft. “Developed with input from our customers, 1View provides a simple, easy-to-use platform to access all technical manuals and flight documents,” said Kriya Shortt, senior vice […]
G1000 NXi added to Textron Aviation piston line
WICHITA, Kansas – Textron Aviation has introduced the next generation Garmin G1000 NXi integrated flight deck to its piston product line, including the Cessna Skyhawk 172, Cessna Skylane 182, Cessna Turbo Stationair HD T206, Beechcraft Bonanza G36 and the Beechcraft Baron G58. The new avionics system has received FAA certification in these aircraft, Textron Aviation officials noted. Deliveries are […]
New Caravan and King Air customers to receive free maintenance
WICHITA – Textron Aviation has launched its Peace of Mind program, which provides up to two years or 400 hours of Textron Aviation’s ProParts and ProTech programs, as well as Pratt & Whitney’s ESPecially engine maintenance program, all free of charge for new King Air (pictured) and Caravan turboprop purchases from July 25, 2016, through Sept. 30, 2016, with […]
Textron Aviation offers factory-direct training for new piston customers
OSHKOSH – Textron Aviation reported at AirVenture that all Cessna and Beechcraft piston aircraft customers purchasing new aircraft can now receive factory-direct training from a team of instructor pilots specializing in the company’s piston product line. The program focuses on transitioning customers into their new aircraft through model-specific ground, simulator and flight training. Various courses are available […]
Textron expands PowerAdvantage engine maintenance program
WICHITA – Textron Aviation has expanded its PowerAdvantage engine support program to Beechcraft King Air and Cessna Caravan turboprops. Part of the company’s ProAdvantage suite of support programs, PowerAdvantage offers owners PT6A engine coverage with predictable costs for both routine and most unscheduled engine maintenance events. Customers enrolled in PowerAdvantage pay an hourly rate per […]