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 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 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 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 is honoring three employees, Donald Haun, Perry Jones, and Ian Northrop, for their 50 years of service with the company. The recognition was made at a special employee celebration where each honoree was joined by President and CEO Ron Draper for a flight aboard a Cessna Citation Sovereign to Kansas City, Missouri.
Textron Aviation closed out 2025 with record revenue, driven by higher aircraft volume and parts/service work. The company shipped 49 business jets and delivered 43 commercial turboprops in the October-to-December quarter, ending the year with a $7.
A skydiver in Queensland, Australia, survived a terrifying midair emergency after his reserve parachute deployed prematurely and left him dangling from the tail of a Cessna 208 at 15,000 feet. According to the Australian Transport Safety Bureau, the incident occurred on September 20 and was captured in dramatic onboard video.
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, is organizing the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, inspired by Pro Football Hall of Famer Peyton Manning. This monumental mission will transport hundreds of athletes and coaches to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota's Twin Cities, ensuring every champion arrives ready to compete regardless of financial or logistical barriers.
The National Transportation Safety Board has released a preliminary report into the December 18, 2026, crash of a Cessna Citation II in North Carolina. The right-seat occupant was not qualified to serve as second-in-command, despite occupying a cockpit seat and performing checklist and radio duties during the flight.
The National Business Aviation Association has signed on to support the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, organized by Textron Aviation Inc. The event will mobilize hundreds of volunteer pilots and aircraft to create the world's largest peacetime airlift, providing a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Special Olympics athletes.
A Cessna Citation X skidded off the runway at Telluride Regional Airport in Colorado on January 14, 2026, prompting an airport closure. All three people on board escaped injury.
Cessna's M-346 is revolutionizing military pilot training with its integrated training system. Lt Col Gianpaolo Pantaloni explores the impact of the Italian International Flight Training School on fighter pilot training in a recent piece.
Cessna, part of Textron Aviation Defense, showcased the Beechcraft M-346N trainer during a national tour. The aircraft made a bold impression in Pensacola, highlighting next-gen capabilities.
The new Cessna Citation Ascend has been granted type certification by the FAA, paving the way for its entry into service before the end of the year. The aircraft features an entirely new cockpit, improved performance, and luxurious flat floor cabin.
Textron Aviation recently honored employees who reached 40 years with the company, recognizing their steadfast commitment to inspiring the future of flight. The celebration took place at a ceremony surrounded by friends, family and company leaders.
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has donated an aircraft and crew to lead athletes home at the conclusion of the Special Olympics USA Games. Omani and Jeanie Carson have been named inaugural departure day Dove 1 for the 2026 Airlift.
Cessna Aviation has delivered the first SkyCourier to cargo transportation provider FlexCoah in Mexico, expanding its air freight capabilities. The aircraft will support large-scale freight hauls, offering customers a reliable and flexible logistics solution.
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin Autothrottles has received FAA certification, bringing greater control and precision to pilots. Textron Aviation Inc.
The Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 with Garmin Autothrottles has recently entered into service, according to Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company. Certified by the Federal Aviation Administration in October 2025, the integration of Garmin's Autothrottle system further supports the most delivered light-entry jet's capabilities.
Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 enters into service, delivering significant upgrades driven by customer feedback. Launch customers Dave Mecartney and Shannon Day took delivery of their new aircraft this week.
Textron Aviation has officially delivered the first Cessna Citation Ascend private jet to its first customer. The aircraft features Garmin G5000 avionics and Pratt & Whitney Canada PW45D engines, and was granted type certification by the FAA in November 2025.
Cessna Citation Ascend made its world debut at NBAA-BACE, marking a milestone for Textron Aviation. The aircraft features a sleek new interior design, Garmin G5000 cockpit, and Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545D engines.
Cessna Citation Ascend enters service with its first delivery on December 30, 2025, marking a significant milestone for the aircraft. With its new cockpit, improved performance, and luxurious flat floor cabin, the Ascend is poised to redefine the midsize business jet market.
Cessna Citation Ascend achieves FAA certification with entry into service expected later this year. The aircraft boasts an entirely new cockpit, improved performance and luxurious flat floor cabin.
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has announced the first order of its best-selling Cessna Citation Latitude in Argentina for Jet Clipper S.A., a charter operator. The aircraft is expected to be delivered in 2026 and will support the customer's existing operations with its range and short-field capabilities.
Cessna announced plans to assemble the Beechcraft M-346N in Wichita, Kansas, if awarded the U.S. Navy Undergraduate Jet Training System contract.
Civil Air Patrol has ordered 15 new Cessna aircraft to support lifesaving and community missions. This expansion follows recent deliveries of additional aircraft, expanding the fleet to over 500 Cessna aircraft nationwide.