What Happened
Higher Aircraft Prices Offset Decline In Citation Deliveries
Textron Aviation reported a 1.4% increase in second-quarter 2026 revenue to $1.54 billion, driven primarily by higher aircraft pricing. Despite delivering fewer Citation jets, the company saw a rise in aircraft revenue and aftermarket parts and services. The order backlog reached $8.03 billion, with the company continuing to develop its next-generation light-jet lineup. According to AeroTime, Textron Aviation’s results reflect a strong start to the year, with revenue growth across all manufacturing segments.