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Textron Aviation Unveils Expanded Global Parts Distribution Facility, Elevating Customer Service

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Thursday, May 2, 2024
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Textron Aviation today announced the grand opening of the company’s largest parts distribution facility at its headquarters in Wichita, Kansas.

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  • Textron Aviation today announced the grand opening of the company’s largest parts distribution facility at its headquarters in Wichita, Kansas.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240501179843/en/
    Textron Aviation employees celebrate grand opening of Global Parts Distribution facility at headquarters in Wichita, Kansas.
  • (Photo: Textron Aviation)
    Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker customers receive factory-direct support, maintenance and modifications by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, through its global network of service and part centers, mobile service units and 24/7 1CALL AOG support.
  • The company’s expanded parts facility in Wichita is part of a global network of seven parts distribution centers and 17 stockrooms.

Textron Aviation Special Missions begins deliveries of U.S. Navy Beechcraft King Air 260 Multi-Engine Training System (METS) Aircraft

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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Textron Aviation today announced it delivered the first two of up to 64 Multi-Engine Training System (METS) Beechcraft King Air 260 aircraft contracted by Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) on January 25, 2023, following a full and open competition.

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  • Textron Aviation today announced it delivered the first two of up to 64 Multi-Engine Training System (METS) Beechcraft King Air 260 aircraft contracted by Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) on January 25, 2023, following a full and open competition.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240419584909/en/
    Beechcraft King Air 260 Multi-Engine Training System (METS) T-54A for the U.S. Navy (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Beechcraft King Air is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • The aircraft, which will be known as the T-54A, replaces the Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) fleet of T-44C Pegasus aircraft at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi.
  • A variant of the twin-engine and pressurized Beechcraft King Air 260, the T-54A will modernize the fleet and be more representative of follow-on fleet aircraft.

Textron Aviation’s Company-Owned Service Centers Receive Recertification as a Green Aviation Business from NATA

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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Textron Aviation's commitment to sustainability has been recognized once again as its global service network received recertification as a Green Aviation Business from the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) .

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  • Textron Aviation's commitment to sustainability has been recognized once again as its global service network received recertification as a Green Aviation Business from the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240415531805/en/
    Textron Aviation Valencia Service Center, NATA Recertification (Photo: Business Wire)
    Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker customers receive factory-direct support, maintenance and modifications by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, through its global network of service and part centers, mobile service units and 24/7 1CALL AOG support.
  • Four of Textron Aviation’s 20 company-owned service centers — Singapore, Paris, Zurich and Indianapolis — recertified their Tier 1 status, going above and beyond NATA’s certification requirements and implementing additional sustainable practices.
  • Textron Aviation is committed to environmental sustainability and natural resource conservation and supports the Business Aviation Commitment on Climate Change.

Kellstrom Aerospace and LBM (Libellule Monde Inc.) Worldwide Commercial Aftermarket Distribution Agreement

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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DAVIE, Fla., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kellstrom Aerospace (CAGE 5AA19), a global commercial aftermarket OEM Distribution leader providing a comprehensive range of aircraft lifecycle solutions, is proud to announce the appointment as worldwide commercial aftermarket distributor of LBM (Libellule Monde Inc.) for commercial aircraft interior placards, interior deco films, exterior markings, erosion protection, and livery for a variety of commercial aircraft including Airbus, Boeing, ATR, Beechcraft, DeHavilland, Embraer, and MHIrj.

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  • DAVIE, Fla., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kellstrom Aerospace (CAGE 5AA19), a global commercial aftermarket OEM Distribution leader providing a comprehensive range of aircraft lifecycle solutions, is proud to announce the appointment as worldwide commercial aftermarket distributor of LBM (Libellule Monde Inc.) for commercial aircraft interior placards, interior deco films, exterior markings, erosion protection, and livery for a variety of commercial aircraft including Airbus, Boeing, ATR, Beechcraft, DeHavilland, Embraer, and MHIrj.
  • Partnering with Kellstrom Aerospace marks a significant milestone for LBM, as we extend our global reach to provide innovative solutions for the aviation industry.
  • ''Partnering with Kellstrom Aerospace marks a significant milestone for LBM, as we extend our global reach to provide innovative solutions for the aviation industry.
  • "We are delighted to announce our aftermarket distribution channel partnership with LBM (Libellule Monde Inc.) to distribute the truly unique and value-added products and solutions they offer to Kellstrom's global customer base," said Daniel Adamski, Executive Vice President - Distribution at Kellstrom Aerospace.

Merlin Signs an Agreement with the United States Air Force as First Step Towards Bringing Uncrewed Flight Capabilities to the KC-135

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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Merlin , the leading developer of safe, autonomous flight technology for fixed-wing aircraft, today announced it has entered into an agreement with the United States Air Force (USAF).

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  • Merlin , the leading developer of safe, autonomous flight technology for fixed-wing aircraft, today announced it has entered into an agreement with the United States Air Force (USAF).
  • In collaboration with Air Mobility Command (AMC) and Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC), Merlin will design, integrate, test, and demonstrate aspects of the Merlin Pilot on the KC-135 Stratotanker for the first time.
  • The multi-year partnership is focused on using a stepwise approach starting with reducing crew workload, then proceeding to reduced crew operations.
  • Merlin and the USAF’s collaboration will include, but is not limited to, system integration, ground testing, and extended flight demonstrations.

Textron Aviation bolsters support in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through expanding relationship with Wallan Group

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240206229102/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240206229102/en/
    Beechcraft King Air 360 (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Beechcraft King Air is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • “Wallan Group has a proven track record of providing quality maintenance and excellent service to our Cessna Citation customers,” said Bob Gibbs, vice president, Special Mission Sales, Textron Aviation.
  • “With an established and growing base of King Air aircraft in the Kingdom, this latest authorization provides an even greater level of convenience and in-country support.”
    Wallan Group has served as an authorized service facility for Cessna Citation jets since 2008.
  • With Textron Aviation’s focused sales and support efforts in the Kingdom, the company looks forward to its continuing relationship with the Wallan Group and support of customers within the Kingdom.

AirLift Texas Opens New Base to Offer Fixed Wing Service Across Texas

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS, Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AirLift Texas announced today the opening of its new fixed wing air medical base in New Braunfels, TX.

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  • NEW BRAUNFELS, TEXAS, Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AirLift Texas announced today the opening of its new fixed wing air medical base in New Braunfels, TX.
  • This air medical asset, AirLift 10, adds to the current AirLift rotor wing ecosystem in Waco and Weslaco, and also supports sister base AirLIFE in Uvalde.
  • The programs are part of Air Methods , the leading air medical service provider in the U.S.
  • “We established this base due to the growing need for fixed wing air medical services in the region,” said Evelynn Pruitt, account executive with Air Methods.

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

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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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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  • 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.
  • “Owners have increasingly become interested in solutions that mitigate the carbon footprint of operating their aircraft,” said Brad White, senior vice president, Global Parts and Programs, Textron Aviation.
  • “SustainableAdvantage provides them the opportunity to have a seamless option to offset their carbon emissions through a Textron Aviation approved program and supplier.”
    Textron Aviation will administer SustainableAdvantage as part of its easy-to-use array of ProAdvantage programs and connect owners to 4AIR.
  • SustainableAdvantage will offer owners the option to offset their aircraft emissions footprint with 4AIR’s Bronze Level.

Reliable Robotics Flies Large Cargo Aircraft with No One On Board

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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Last month’s successful flight of a Cessna 208B Caravan with no one on board was a first for aviation.

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  • Last month’s successful flight of a Cessna 208B Caravan with no one on board was a first for aviation.
  • Reliable Robotics has been collaborating with Textron Aviation, which includes the Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker brands, and Textron eAviation focused on sustainable flying.
  • Reliable Robotics is an original member of ASL’s CargoVision forum of companies involved in pioneering new aviation and propulsion technologies.
  • With multiple industry-first technical accomplishments and unrivaled FAA certification progress, Reliable Robotics is well positioned to deliver safety-enhancing aircraft automation systems.

Textron Aviation Customer Support Leads the Way in Elevating Aviation Safety Standards With FAA Acceptance for Safety Management System

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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Textron Aviation announced today during the 2023 National Business Aviation Association Convention and Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) that its Customer Support organization received acceptance from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its Corporate Enterprise Safety Management System (SMS) at its Wichita and Indianapolis locations.

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  • Textron Aviation announced today during the 2023 National Business Aviation Association Convention and Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) that its Customer Support organization received acceptance from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its Corporate Enterprise Safety Management System (SMS) at its Wichita and Indianapolis locations.
  • This recognition reinforces Textron Aviation’s commitment to high quality standards in the aviation industry.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231017748107/en/
    Photo of representatives from Textron Aviation Customer Support and FAA (left to right: Ken Mull, Textron Aviation; Bobby Warren, FAA; Joe Gonsalves, FAA; Brian Rohloff, Textron Aviation; Brandon Doramus, Textron Aviation) (Photo: Business Wire)
    Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker customers receive factory-direct support , maintenance and modifications by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, through its global network of service and part centers, mobile service units and 24/7 1CALL AOG support.
  • “Our customers can have full confidence that Textron Aviation is leading the way in adoption of safety management systems in the general aviation industry,” said Brian Rohloff, senior vice president of Customer Support.