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Textron Aviation Delivers 3,000th Cessna Caravan Family Aircraft; Grand Caravan EX Joins Azul Conecta Airline Fleet in Brazil

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Friday, January 13, 2023
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Textron Aviation today announced it has delivered a Cessna Grand Caravan EX to Brazilian aviation company Azul Conecta, a subsidiary of Azul Airlines based at the airport of Jundiai in São Paulo.

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  • Textron Aviation today announced it has delivered a Cessna Grand Caravan EX to Brazilian aviation company Azul Conecta, a subsidiary of Azul Airlines based at the airport of Jundiai in São Paulo.
  • This aircraft represents the 3,000th Cessna Caravan family turboprop delivered worldwide, reinforcing the Caravan as the most popular utility turboprop in the world.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Cessna Caravan and Cessna Grand Caravan EX are designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • “As a longtime Textron Aviation customer with a fleet of over 25 Cessna aircraft, we are happy to be a part of this important milestone.”
    Customers can choose between four models of the Cessna Caravan aircraft to best fit their mission: the Caravan 208, the Grand Caravan EX 208B, the Caravan Amphibian and the Grand Caravan EX Amphibian.

Ampaire Flies First Hybrid-Electric Regional Aircraft

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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CAMARILLO, Calif., Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ampaire's Eco Caravan, a nine-seat regional aircraft, made its first flight today on a fully-integrated hybrid-electric propulsion system. Ampaire expects it to be the first electrified regional aircraft to enter commercial service (certification in 2024) and the first in a series of larger Ampaire hybrid-electric aircraft that will lead a transition to sustainable aviation.

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  • Ampaire expects it to be the first electrified regional aircraft to enter commercial service (certification in 2024) and the first in a series of larger Ampaire hybrid-electric aircraft that will lead a transition to sustainable aviation.
  • That is why we are focused on hybrid-electric propulsion for a series of increasingly capable regional aircraft.
  • Also last month, Ampaire received an order from MONTE, a financier of sustainable regional aviation technologies, for up to 50 Eco Caravans.
  • Los Angeles-based Ampaire was formed in 2016 with a mission to become the world's most-trusted developer of practical, compelling electric aircraft.

Ampaire Flies First Hybrid-Electric Regional Aircraft

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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CAMARILLO, Calif., Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ampaire's Eco Caravan, a nine-seat regional aircraft, made its first flight today on a fully-integrated hybrid-electric propulsion system. Ampaire expects it to be the first electrified regional aircraft to enter commercial service (certification in 2024) and the first in a series of larger Ampaire hybrid-electric aircraft that will lead a transition to sustainable aviation.

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  • Ampaire expects it to be the first electrified regional aircraft to enter commercial service (certification in 2024) and the first in a series of larger Ampaire hybrid-electric aircraft that will lead a transition to sustainable aviation.
  • That is why we are focused on hybrid-electric propulsion for a series of increasingly capable regional aircraft.
  • Also last month, Ampaire received an order from MONTE, a financier of sustainable regional aviation technologies, for up to 50 Eco Caravans.
  • Los Angeles-based Ampaire was formed in 2016 with a mission to become the world's most-trusted developer of practical, compelling electric aircraft.

ZeroAvia Signs Agreement with Textron Aviation to Develop Hydrogen-Electric Powertrain for the Cessna Grand Caravan

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
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HOLLISTER, Calif. and KEMBLE, England, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ZeroAvia, the leader in zero-emission aviation, today announced it has entered into a non-exclusive Joint Development Agreement with Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, supporting ZeroAvia's development of hydrogen-electric, zero-emission powertrains for the Cessna Grand Caravan (208B) aircraft. ZeroAvia will obtain a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) to retrofit the Grand Caravan single-engine utility turboprop with the ZA600 zero-emission powertrain, targeting commercial passenger and cargo operators.

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  • ZeroAvia will obtain a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) to retrofit the Grand Caravan single-engine utility turboprop with the ZA600 zero-emission powertrain, targeting commercial passenger and cargo operators.
  • The Cessna Grand Caravan is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation.
  • ZeroAvia will develop its ZA600 powertrain system for the Grand Caravan with data, engineering and certification support provided by Textron Aviation.
  • ZeroAvia has already announced several agreements with operators and lessors in relation to conversions of the Grand Caravan.

Surf Air Mobility Enters Into Exclusive Agreements With AeroTEC and MagniX to Accelerate Development of Electrified Commercial Aircraft

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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These hybrid and fully-electric aircraft will be designed to reduce operating costs and emissions and greatly improve the affordability of regional air mobility.

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  • These hybrid and fully-electric aircraft will be designed to reduce operating costs and emissions and greatly improve the affordability of regional air mobility.
  • magniX and AeroTEC have successfully flown a fully-electric Cessna Grand Caravan 208B, demonstrating the technology and proving the feasibility of the future of electrified air travel.
  • AeroTEC and magniX are perfect partners for SAM to accelerate electrification of Cessna Grand Caravans and to lead the new era of green flying, said Sudhin Shahani, Co-founder and CEO of Surf Air Mobility.
  • Surf Air Mobility (SAM) is a Los Angeles-based electric aviation and air travel company reinventing flying through the power of electrification.

Raisbeck Receives FAA STC Approval for New “EPIC Caravan” Drag Reduction System

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022
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Raisbeck Engineering, a leading provider of performance enhancement systems for business, commercial and military aircraft, today announced it has received Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for its new drag reduction system, EPIC Caravan, for the Cessna Caravan 208B aircraft.

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  • Raisbeck Engineering, a leading provider of performance enhancement systems for business, commercial and military aircraft, today announced it has received Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for its new drag reduction system, EPIC Caravan, for the Cessna Caravan 208B aircraft.
  • This STC enables Caravan 208B fleet and owner-operators who are flying cargo pod-equipped aircraft to reduce drag and consequently increase cruise speeds and/or decrease fuel burn.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220406005945/en/
    EPIC Caravan was designed to address the aerodynamic drag associated with Cessna Caravan 208Bs equipped with factory cargo pods.
  • Raisbecks new drag reduction system is comprised of a composite Forward Cargo Pod Fairing and metal Dual Aft Body Strakes and weighs only 38 lbs.

PARENTS Names Chrysler Pacifica to List of Best Family Cars 2021

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021
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2021 Chrysler Pacifica is PARENTS Best Family Cars 2021 winner, giving Pacifica a spot on the list for the second consecutive year

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  • 2021 Chrysler Pacifica is PARENTS Best Family Cars 2021 winner, giving Pacifica a spot on the list for the second consecutive year
    PARENTS Best Family Cars 2021 to be featured in May 2021 issue of PARENTS magazine, as well as online at Parents.com/bestcars
    2021 Chrysler Pacifica family-friendly features include new FamCAM interior camera that allows parents to view child seat occupants in the rear, Uconnect Theater with built-in games and available Wi-Fi to keep children occupied, new Uconnect 5 system and much more
    Chrysler Pacifica, the most awarded minivan over the last five years, has now earned more than 145 honors and industry accolades
    Chrysler Pacifica is a PARENTS Best Family Cars 2021 winner, marking the second consecutive year Chrysler Pacifica has been named as a Best Family Cars honoree by PARENTS, the leading source for busy, millennial moms.
  • Last year, Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid was named PARENTS "Best Eco Pick," reflecting its position as the first and only plug-in hybrid minivan.
  • PARENTS Best Family Cars 2021 recognizes a selection of new-model vehicles with high-tech performance, safety, and convenience features across multiple categories to fit a family's specific needs, including minivans, three-row SUVs, two-row SUVs and family sedans.
  • Twenty-four winning models that passed test drive standards and car-seat compatibility, and were designated safe and efficient for a family for years to come, made PARENTS list of Best Family Cars 2021.

FCA's Windsor Assembly Plant Kicks Off Production of 2021 Chrysler Pacifica

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Friday, November 13, 2020
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The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica will continue to feature two powertrain options on all four Pacifica models, including the 3.6-liter Pentastar engine with 287 horsepower and 262 lb.-ft. of torque.

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  • The 2021 Chrysler Pacifica will continue to feature two powertrain options on all four Pacifica models, including the 3.6-liter Pentastar engine with 287 horsepower and 262 lb.-ft. of torque.
  • The new 2021 Chrysler Pacifica opened for orders in September, at a starting U.S. manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $35,045, with AWD available at a starting U.S. MSRP of $38,040 (all prices exclude destination).
  • The new 2021 Chrysler Pacifica offers the most advanced AWD system in its class and is the only vehicle to offer AWD along with Stow 'n Go seating.
  • All told, the 2021 Pacifica features 116 standard and available safety and security features.

Chrysler Opens Orders for New, Redesigned 2021 Chrysler Pacifica, Announces Minivan Lineup Pricing

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Friday, September 4, 2020
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Customers now have the option of either the hybrid powertrain or the 3.6-liter Pentastar engine paired with AWD on the 2021 Pacifica Limited.

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  • Customers now have the option of either the hybrid powertrain or the 3.6-liter Pentastar engine paired with AWD on the 2021 Pacifica Limited.
  • The Pinnacle builds on all standard content in the Pacifica lineup with its own collection of elite standard features.
  • Chrysler Voyager rounds out the brand's minivan lineup as a budget-friendly, entry-level family and fleet vehicle at a starting U.S. MSRP of $27,235.
  • New features added to the 2021 Chrysler Voyager's optional SafetyTec Group include Pedestrian AEB and Full-speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus.

All-wheel Drive Arrives: Ordering Opens for 2020 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Launch Edition

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Friday, June 5, 2020
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Dealers can now order the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Launch Edition, which offers the most advanced all-wheel-drive (AWD) system in its class

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  • Dealers can now order the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Launch Edition, which offers the most advanced all-wheel-drive (AWD) system in its class
    2020 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Launch Edition, set to arrive in dealerships in the third quarter of 2020, represents the first Chrysler AWD minivan since 2004
    2020 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Launch Edition includes S Appearance Black Noise exterior accents, such as a unique AWD badge
    Chrysler Pacifica Family Pricing plus zero-percent financing for 60 months available on every 2020 Chrysler Pacifica, including the AWD Launch Edition
    The newly redesigned 2021 Chrysler Pacifica will deliver all-wheel-drive (AWD) capability, combined with a fresh new look and feel and the most standard safety features of any vehicle in the industry, when it hits dealerships later this year, but AWD is arriving early for those who just can't wait.
  • The 2020 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Launch Edition, exclusively available on the Touring L model, is equipped with the same AWD system that will be offered on the redesigned 2021 Chrysler Pacifica.
  • The 2020 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Launch Edition is available now for ordering at Chrysler dealerships in the United States and Canada.
  • Pacifica Family Pricing, plus zero-percent financing for 60 months,is included onevery 2020 Chrysler Pacifica, including the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica AWD Launch Edition.