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U.S. Army awards Textron Aviation contract for three Beechcraft King Air turboprops

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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Textron Aviation today announced it has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, AL, for Cessna SkyCourier , Cessna Grand Caravan EX , Beechcraft King Air 360 and Beechcraft King Air 260 turboprop aircraft in support of Foreign Military Sales (FMS).

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  • Textron Aviation today announced it has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, AL, for Cessna SkyCourier , Cessna Grand Caravan EX , Beechcraft King Air 360 and Beechcraft King Air 260 turboprop aircraft in support of Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
  • The indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract allows up to $100 million U.S. dollars for the acquisition of Textron Aviation aircraft over a five-year period.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231107736088/en/
    Beechcraft King Air 360 (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Cessna SkyCourier, Cessna Grand Caravan EX and Beechcraft King Air are designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • “We are honored the U.S. Army created this multiyear IDIQ contract with Textron Aviation, which provides the ability to rapidly procure COTS aircraft and modification for FMS allies and partner nations.”
    When government, military and commercial customers want airborne solutions for critical missions, they turn to Textron Aviation.

Reliable Airlines Expands Hangar, Facilities and Opportunities in Albuquerque

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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Reliable Airlines , a cargo airline based in Albuquerque today announced a new 10,000 square foot hangar and facility.

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  • Reliable Airlines , a cargo airline based in Albuquerque today announced a new 10,000 square foot hangar and facility.
  • The aerospace sector locally is thriving, and employs nearly 16,000 professionals, contributing $2 billion to regional GDP in Albuquerque.
  • “We welcome Reliable Airlines to the aviation family at Albuquerque International Sunport with open arms,” said Richard McCurley, Director of Aviation for the City of Albuquerque.
  • “Reliable Airlines will lead the way in operating the nation’s first Part 135 cargo airline leveraging FAA-certified advanced automation,“ said Tom Klassen , President and Director of Operations for Reliable Airlines.

RHP PROPERTIES EXPANDS ACADEMIC INITIATIVES TO ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS THROUGH ADOPTACLASSROOM.ORG PARTNERSHIP

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RHP Properties, professionally managing manufactured home communities for over 30 years, has announced a $10,000 donation to Lower Dauphin Middle School in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania and a $10,000 donation to Cessna Elementary School in Wichita, Kansas. The contributions will be used to purchase educational materials and mark the eleventh and twelfth schools adopted by RHP Properties through AdoptAClassroom.org, a national nonprofit that provides funding for Pre-K to 12 teachers and schools.  

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  • The contributions will be used to purchase educational materials and mark the eleventh and twelfth schools adopted by RHP Properties through AdoptAClassroom.org, a national nonprofit that provides funding for Pre-K to 12 teachers and schools.
  • Within the Lower Dauphin Middle School District, RHP Properties manages the Grantville Commons community in East Hanover Township where 175 students are residents.
  • The Cessna Elementary School District includes 120 students from four RHP manufactured home communities including Glen Acres, The Woodlands, Twin Oaks, and El Caudillo.
  • Thank you to RHP properties for giving back to the families living within their residences in south Wichita!"

flyExclusive Secures Major Funding from State of North Carolina for New Headquarters and Cutting-Edge Pilot Training Center

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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flyExclusive , a leading provider of premium private jet charter experiences, today announced that the Global Transpark secured a $30 million investment from the State of North Carolina for a cutting-edge pilot training center and headquarters.

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  • flyExclusive , a leading provider of premium private jet charter experiences, today announced that the Global Transpark secured a $30 million investment from the State of North Carolina for a cutting-edge pilot training center and headquarters.
  • The facility will also include 14,000 square-feet in classrooms and training spaces, a rooftop terrace and a 22,000 square-foot air operations center.
  • “I am often asked why we chose Kinston for our headquarters,” Jim Segrave, Founder and CEO of flyExclusive said.
  • Third, we’ve received enormous support from the Kinston community, the Global Transpark and the state of North Carolina.

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.

flyExclusive Adds 100th Jet to its State-of-the-Art Fleet

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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flyExclusive , a leading provider of premium private jet charter experiences, today announced that it has added the 100th jet to its operating certificate.

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  • flyExclusive , a leading provider of premium private jet charter experiences, today announced that it has added the 100th jet to its operating certificate.
  • “Today is historic, and it is the result of the hard work of every member of our team,” said Jim Segrave, Founder and CEO of flyExclusive.
  • “Owning and maintaining our own fleet has been core to the success and growth of our business.
  • More than 99% of Jet Club and Fractional member flights are flown on flyExclusive’s owned fleet.

Aircraft Services Group Chooses APG's iPreFlight Genesis® PRO to Elevate Flight Operations

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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Aircraft Services Group, Inc., a pioneering private aviation company, is taking a leap forward in its international flight operations by adopting Aircraft Performance Group's (APG) iPreFlight Genesis PRO.

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  • Aircraft Services Group, Inc., a pioneering private aviation company, is taking a leap forward in its international flight operations by adopting Aircraft Performance Group's (APG) iPreFlight Genesis PRO.
  • Aircraft Services Group is embracing the future by consolidating its operations onto iPreFlight Genesis PRO from APG, replacing the two products it previously employed.
  • By integrating iPreFlight Genesis PRO into its operations, Aircraft Services Group aims to elevate and enhance the overall experience for its pilots by refining a streamlined workflow.
  • About Aircraft Performance Group: Aircraft Performance Group (APG) is the leading provider of innovative flight operations software solutions for business and corporate aviation.

Textron Aviation names flyExclusive fleet launch customer for newly-announced Citation CJ3 Gen2

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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Textron Aviation , a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced that flyExclusive has been named the fleet launch customer for the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 .

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  • Textron Aviation , a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced that flyExclusive has been named the fleet launch customer for the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231016424092/en/
    Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 flyExclusive (Photo: Business Wire)
    "We are thrilled to announce flyExclusive as the fleet launch customer for the Citation CJ3 Gen2, the latest addition to the industry-leading Citation family,” said Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Global Sales and Flight Operations.
  • flyExclusive operates a fleet of Cessna Citation jets including Citation X, Citation Sovereign, Citation Excel/ XLS, Citation CJ3 /CJ3+ and Citation Encore / Encore+ aircraft models.
  • “We take pride in being the fleet launch customer for the Citation CJ3 Gen 2, building on our decades-long relationship with Textron Aviation.

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).

Textron Aviation adds cutting-edge Garmin Autothrottle system to the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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Textron Aviation , an industry leader in bringing new aircraft and product updates to market, today announced that its renowned Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 will include Garmin Autothrottles beginning in mid-2025, reducing pilot workload and improving the flying experience.

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  • Textron Aviation , an industry leader in bringing new aircraft and product updates to market, today announced that its renowned Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 will include Garmin Autothrottles beginning in mid-2025, reducing pilot workload and improving the flying experience.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231011652439/en/
    Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 is designed and produced by Textron Aviation Inc. , a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company.
  • Garmin Autothrottles further enhances the Citation M2 Gen2's capabilities by optimizing engine power, simplifying flight management and increasing overall operating efficiency.
  • "Adding Garmin Autothrottles into the Citation M2 Gen2 exemplifies Textron Aviation's ongoing commitment to product investment across our entire product lineup,” said Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Sales & Flight Operations.