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Beechcraft King Air 360 reaches 100th delivery, continuing the legacy of the world’s most popular business turboprop

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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Textron Aviation today announced the delivery of the 100th Beechcraft King Air 360 turboprop to Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center (CBCC), a longtime Textron Aviation customer.

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  • Textron Aviation today announced the delivery of the 100th Beechcraft King Air 360 turboprop to Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center (CBCC), a longtime Textron Aviation customer.
  • This delivery further solidifies the Beechcraft King Air's place as the world's most popular family of business turboprop aircraft.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231017966539/en/
    Textron Aviation Delivers the 100th King Air 360 (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Beechcraft King Air 360/360ER is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • “We are excited about the increased capability the King Air 360 will give us to globally expand our cancer care delivery and research.”
    Nearly 7,800 Beechcraft King Air turboprops have been delivered to customers around the world since 1964, making it the world’s best-selling business turboprop family.

Textron Aviation Continues Investment in Bestselling Cessna Citation Business Jets With Introduction of New Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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Textron Aviation today announced the newest Cessna Citation business jet in the company’s legendary lineup — the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2.

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  • Textron Aviation today announced the newest Cessna Citation business jet in the company’s legendary lineup — the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231015108812/en/
    Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • “The Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 is our most comprehensive Gen2 product announcement yet, offering customers proven performance, leading edge technology and an unmatched cabin experience,” said Ron Draper, President and CEO, Textron Aviation.
  • “We look forward to exceeding their expectations again with the new Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2.”
    Like all Cessna and Beechcraft turbine products, the Citation CJ3 Gen2 will be able to operate using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).

Davinci Jets to Equip Majority of Managed Fleet with SmartSky® Connectivity

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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RESEARCH TRIANGLE, N.C., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartSky Networks, the innovative air-to-ground (ATG) inflight connectivity provider, and Davinci Jets today announced that SmartSky's game-changing inflight connectivity will be installed on a large portion of Davinci's managed fleet. Davinci has just completed an order for 10 SmartSky shipsets, with a commitment for installation by its MRO, Davinci Jets Services, by the end of 2024.

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  • RESEARCH TRIANGLE, N.C., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartSky Networks , the innovative air-to-ground (ATG) inflight connectivity provider, and Davinci Jets today announced that SmartSky's game-changing inflight connectivity will be installed on a large portion of Davinci's managed fleet.
  • Davinci has just completed an order for 10 SmartSky shipsets, with a commitment for installation by its MRO, Davinci Jets Services, by the end of 2024.
  • It is unlike anything we've ever seen for the turboprop and light jet class aircraft," said Eric Legvold, CEO of Davinci Jets.
  • Davinci is a North Carolina-based aircraft management and FAA Part 135 charter firm which also includes Davinci Jets Services, its full-service MRO with FAA part 145 certification.

Textron Aviation proudly celebrates 30 years of excellence at the Greensboro Service Center

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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Textron Aviation is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its factory-owned service center in Greensboro, North Carolina.

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  • Textron Aviation is celebrating the 30th anniversary of its factory-owned service center in Greensboro, North Carolina.
  • “During the past three decades, we have developed strong relationships with customers in Greensboro and throughout the southeastern region, and they count on our skilled team to provide factory-direct service and support to their aircraft,” said Jeff Dowden, general manager, Textron Aviation Greensboro Service Center.
  • “The team in Greensboro takes great interest in my aircraft and in their workmanship — every time my airplane leaves the service center, it looks like new.”
    The Greensboro facility opened in 1993 as a company-owned Cessna Citation Service Center.
  • “Our team is dedicated to providing superior customer service and support to customers 24/7,” said Tracy Leopold, vice president, North American Service Centers.

Cessna Citation XLS+ and XLS Gen2 avionics upgrade to Garmin G5000 integrated flight deck will soon be available at Textron Aviation Service Centers

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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Textron Aviation today announced that the Garmin G5000 integrated flight deck will soon be available for the Cessna Citation XLS+ and XLS Gen2 and available for installation at Textron Aviation Service Centers, following supplemental type certification approval by the FAA anticipated in the first half of 2024.

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  • Textron Aviation today announced that the Garmin G5000 integrated flight deck will soon be available for the Cessna Citation XLS+ and XLS Gen2 and available for installation at Textron Aviation Service Centers, following supplemental type certification approval by the FAA anticipated in the first half of 2024.
  • The G5000 avionics upgrade modernizes the cockpit and addresses the evolution of FAA airspace, while also offering a lower cost of operation.
  • The G5000 upgrade installation on the Citation XLS+ and XLS Gen2 includes a fully digital Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS), offering precise performance throughout the aircraft’s flight envelope.
  • To learn more about modernizing their existing aircraft with this advanced avionics suite, customers can contact Textron Aviation or visit https://upgrades.txtav.com/ .

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

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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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 Textron Aviation’s Tampa Service Center.

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  • 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 Textron Aviation’s Tampa Service Center.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230918224088/en/
    The newest C780 propeller for the Beechcraft King Air B300 series offers King Air customers increased performance, a quieter cabin and greater efficiency.
  • The Textron Aviation Service Center installed the first C780 propeller on a Beechcraft King Air 350 owned by ExecuJet Charter Service, Inc.
  • The aircraft is going to look and perform incredibly well.”
    With the new C780 propeller, King Air B300 owners and operators will experience:
    King Air B300 customers can have the propeller installed on their aircraft at a Textron Aviation Service Center or Authorized McCauley Service Facility without any additional modifications required.

Textron Aviation expands Interior Manufacturing Facility to support demand for custom Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft interiors

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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Textron Aviation today announced the company is adding 16,000 square feet to its Interior Manufacturing Facility (IMF) to support growing demand for unique and custom Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft interiors.

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  • Textron Aviation today announced the company is adding 16,000 square feet to its Interior Manufacturing Facility (IMF) to support growing demand for unique and custom Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft interiors.
  • The expansion enables Textron Aviation to streamline production processes by centralizing machinery within the space to support efficient interior manufacturing for its entire lineup of Cessna Citation jets, as well as Beechcraft King Air and Cessna SkyCourier turboprop aircraft.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230918047320/en/
    Textron Aviation has announced the addition of 16,000 square feet to its Interior Manufacturing Facility (IMF) to support growing demand for unique and custom Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft interiors.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft are designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc ., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company.

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

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Thursday, August 10, 2023
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Textron Aviation Defense today announced the arrival of the eighth Beechcraft T-6C Texan II aircraft in support of Tunisian Air Force pilot production at No.

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  • Textron Aviation Defense today announced the arrival of the eighth Beechcraft T-6C Texan II aircraft in support of Tunisian Air Force pilot production at No.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230810438656/en/
    Delivery of Cutting-Edge Training Aircraft Expands U.S.-Tunisian Security Cooperation (Credit: Tunisian Ministry of Defence)
    The Beechcraft T-6C Texan II is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Defense LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Textron Aviation Inc. , a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • “It’s an honor to celebrate the induction of the Beechcraft T-6C into Tunisian Air Force pilot production,” said Brett Pierson, president and CEO of Textron Aviation Defense.
  • Our world-class workforce goes above and beyond to design, manufacture, deliver and support the world’s premier military flight trainer.

Textron Aviation Enhances Passenger Comfort With CoolView Windows in Beechcraft King Air Turboprops

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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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 the ramp and offer an unprecedented level of passenger comfort and cabin cooling.

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  • 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 the ramp and offer an unprecedented level of passenger comfort and cabin cooling.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Beechcraft King Air turboprop is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • “The inclusion of CoolView windows in the Beechcraft King Air turboprops is a testament to our commitment to passenger comfort and our responsiveness to their ideas.”
    The CoolView windows also feature a frost pane with an integrated window tint.
  • Combined with Textron Aviation's standard Electric Air Conditioning System with Ground Cooling in the King Air 360, the CoolView windows will help provide customers with a cool and comfortable cabin environment, even in challenging ramp conditions.

Revolutionary Garmin Autoland and Autothrottle to become available for retrofit installations in select Beechcraft King Air aircraft

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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OLATHE, Kan., July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced imminent Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification to bring Garmin Autoland and Garmin Autothrottle to the retrofit market, starting with select G1000® NXi-equipped King Air 200 series aircraft, and soon after, select King Air 300 series. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the King Air 200, and the latest Garmin safety-enhancing technology is now available to this venerable aircraft. The certification marks the first time Garmin Autoland and Autothrottle have been offered as a retrofit solution, as well as the first certification with G1000 NXi. Full Autothrottle integration with the G1000 NXi reduces crew workload in the cockpit by managing aircraft speed and power and provides engine protection against potential engine exceedances. In the event of an emergency where the crew can no longer perform their duties, Garmin Autoland can control and land the aircraft without human intervention1.

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  • This year marks the 50th anniversary of the King Air 200, and the latest Garmin safety-enhancing technology is now available to this venerable aircraft.
  • The G1000 King Air retrofit program was launched in 2007, initially on the King Air C90, with now over 800 G1000 retrofits in the King Air fleet.
  • Garmin Autoland and Autothrottle are planned to be available in the third quarter of 2023 for retrofit installations through the approved Garmin Authorized Dealer network for King Air 200 G1000 NXi installations.
  • Garmin Autoland and Autothrottle are expected to be available for King Air 300 series aircraft in 2024.