Textron Aviation (Textron) has opened a new service facility at Essendon Fields Airport in Melbourne, expanding factory-direct support for Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker operators across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.
The dedicated facility enhances Textron Aviation’s global service network and demonstrates the company’s continued investment in expanding maintenance capacity and strengthening customer support throughout aircraft ownership.
Brian Rohloff, SVP, Global Customer Support at Textron Aviation commented on the new development: “We’ve supported customers in Australia for decades, and we continue to invest where our customers tell us they need more capacity and faster access to factory direct expertise.” He continued: “The Essendon Fields facility is a significant investment in a highly important region, strengthening our service network and expanding service capability, parts access and technical support across Australia and the Asia Pacific region.”
The new facility more than doubles the size of Textron Aviation’s previous operation at Essendon Fields to more than 35,000 ft² (3,343 m²), supporting the region’s fleet of over 1,400 Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft. Designed in response to customer feedback, the site features expanded maintenance capacity to help minimise downtime, an on-site parts stockroom to improve availability, and upgraded customer lounge facilities for operators during servicing visits.
The Essendon Fields service centre forms part of Textron Aviation’s wider investment strategy to enhance regional support capabilities across Australia, following recent facility upgrades and expansions in Perth. Situated at one of the country’s most established aviation hubs, the new site also reflects close collaboration with Essendon Fields Airport to support the ongoing growth of business aviation and aircraft maintenance services in the region.
“Our investment in the new Textron Aviation service centre underscores Essendon Fields’ commitment to building Australia’s most capable and connected business aviation precinct,” stated Brandan Pihan, CEO, Essendon Fields. “As the closest airport to the Melbourne CBD, Essendon Fields is the most convenient choice for business aviation customers. Textron Aviation’s long-term commitment ensures the retention of skilled jobs and service capability at Essendon. It also advances our Airport Master Plan by consolidating operations on the main airfield, improving safety and efficiency, and responds to strong demand for new hangar space.”
