Textron Aviation proudly supports veterans and active-duty military personnel on Veterans Day. With a workforce representing 15% of military-affiliated personnel, the company offers tailored onboarding and mentorship programs to empower military talent.
Textron Aviation recently held Veterans Day celebrations across its campuses, Breaking Defense reports. Employees participated in a letter writing campaign to express gratitude to veterans and active-duty service members.
Textron Aviation has announced significant investments in workforce development initiatives, including the expansion of WSU Tech training programs and the National Center for Aviation Training. According to Cessna (Textron Aviation), these efforts aim to equip employees with the skills needed for future aviation careers.
Textron Aviation led the industry in several major delivery categories, including total business jet deliveries, turbine aircraft deliveries, and turboprop deliveries. Cessna and Beechcraft brands continue to dominate midsize business jets and utility turboprops.
Textron Aviation has appointed Pravin Kulkarni as senior vice president, Quality and Environmental Health & Safety. With 25 years of experience at the company, Kulkarni will focus on driving operational excellence and fostering a culture of accountability.
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has announced Prent Corporation will serve as Dove 1 for the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift arrivals, marking the first aircraft to land at St. Paul Downtown Airport Holman Field on Friday, June 19, 2026.
Textron Aviation hosted over 1,500 middle and high school students from 41 Kansas schools for National Manufacturing Day at its Activity Center in Wichita, Kansas. The event featured interactive exhibits showcasing the company's innovation and influence on the aviation industry.
Textron Aviation has reaffirmed its dedication to flight operations safety through the 2026 Safety Standdown, an event that brought together over 200 employees and industry partners. According to Cessna (Textron Aviation), the day's agenda focused on air safety investigations, SMS status, pilot mental focus, and crisis management.
Textron Aviation will showcase three of its industry-leading products at the Singapore Airshow, including the Cessna Citation Latitude, Cessna CJ4 Gen2, and Beechcraft King Air 360. Representatives from Textron Aviation's Customer Support and Parts teams will also be present to highlight their support for owners and operators in the Asia Pacific region.
Textron Aviation recently showcased its new Career & Learning Center during a visit by U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and U.
Textron Systems has been awarded a prototype agreement by the US Army under the LASSO program, marking another step in the Army's push to field portable loitering munitions. The Damocles loitering munition system will be delivered and demonstrated, with a focus on its VTOL-launched effect and autonomous search-and-strike capability.
Textron Aviation has confirmed it will end production of the Beechcraft Bonanza G36 and Baron G58 after nearly eight decades of continuous manufacturing. The company cited low shipments for both models in recent years as a factor in the decision.
Thai Airways has welcomed its first Airbus A321neo aircraft, marking the beginning of a significant fleet expansion for Thailand's flag carrier. The airline plans to operate the A321neo on regional routes across its Asia-Pacific network.
Israel Aerospace Industries has secured a major defense contract with Thailand's Royal Thai Air Force to supply the Barak MX air defense system, valued at approximately $108 million USD. The advanced system provides up to 150 kilometers of coverage against tactical ballistic missiles, unmanned aerial vehicles, fighter aircraft, and cruise missiles.
Airlines face significant challenges in managing their supply chains due to increasing pressures such as higher operating costs, geopolitical volatility, and aircraft and parts shortages. To address these challenges, OrbitronAI is developing an agentic AI platform that can augment human decision-making with speed and consistency.
Breaking Defense reports that the AI aircraft debate rages on, with some arguing for human pilot augmentation and others advocating for pilotless aircraft. Aerospace engineer Tory Bruno weighs in on the intersection of automation, AI, and high-reliability systems, suggesting new possibilities for aircraft support.
The US military is exploring ways to secure intellectual property for critical technologies like weapon systems. Additive manufacturing offers a solution, but contractors are concerned about handing over their IP.
The Exploration Company is in talks to acquire Orbex, a U.K.-based developer of small launch vehicles. According to SpaceNews, Orbex has faced financial difficulties.
Collins Aerospace is transforming its factory with a new, taller-than-expected structure featuring white walls and red doors. According to Collins Aerospace, this design enables faster production and improved manufacturing capabilities.
The Pentagon's Zero Trust strategy is gaining momentum as the DoD works to meet its compliance goals by 2027. This initiative encompasses not only IT but also operational technology and weapon systems, Breaking Defense reports.