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Textron Aviation Defense Wins $150M T-6 Texan II Contract

April 13, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Textron Aviation Defense awarded $150M SEPM contract for T-6 Texan II fleet.
Contract extends for five years, covering 700+ aircraft.
Total contract value now $510M.
Work to be performed in Wichita, Kansas.

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Strategic Implications

This contract extension may indicate the US government's continued confidence in Textron Aviation Defense's ability to support the T-6 Texan II fleet, which could strengthen the company's position in the military flight training market. The deal suggests a focus on sustaining aircraft availability and supporting pilot training, which may have implications for the broader defense industry.

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What Happened

Five-Year Sustaining Engineering Deal Supports US Military Pilot Training

Textron Aviation Defense has been awarded a five-year contract valued at over $150 million to provide Sustaining Engineering and Program Management (SEPM) services for the US Air Force, Navy, and Army’s T-6A, T-6B, and T-6D aircraft. The contract extends the company’s support for the T-6 Texan II fleet, which has been in service for over 20 years. According to the company, the deal reflects the US government’s continued confidence in its ability to keep the T-6 Texan II fleet mission-ready. This announcement was made by Textron Aviation Defense.

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