Platoon Aviation’s fleet will expand charter operations to become Europe’s largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet © Textron Aviation

Platoon Aviation bets big on Citation Longitude

Textron Aviation has signed a multi-aircraft agreement with Hamburg-based Platoon Aviation that will make the charter operator the largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet owner in Europe. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027. The Citation Longitude, Textron’s flagship business jet, is designed for long-range charter operations with a focus on efficiency, passenger comfort and operational […]

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New Melbourne service facility at Essendon Fields Airport Textron Aviation

Textron Aviation expands APAC support with new Melbourne facility

MRO & Production

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

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Textron Aviation secures three-jet order from SD Aviation

Aircraft & Engines

Textron Aviation has entered into an agreement with SD Aviation for two Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 business jets and one Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2, with options for three additional light jets. The aircraft will support SD Aviation’s new SD Share programme, a shared ownership offering for private flights based in Paris and Cannes. SD Share

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The Cessna SkyCourier © Textron Aviation

Textron to split Industrial arm in strategic overhaul

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Textron has announced plans to separate its Industrial segment from its core aerospace and defence operations, aiming to sharpen strategic focus and unlock long-term value. The company is exploring several options for the separation, including a potential sale or the creation of an independent, publicly listed entity. The move would result in a streamlined “New

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LUMINAIR orders nine Citation Latitude jets

Aircraft & Engines

At AERO Friedrichshafen in Germany, Textron Aviation has announced a new purchase agreement with European private jet operator LUMINAIR for nine Cessna Citation Latitude aircraft, signalling a strategic fleet expansion to meet rising demand. The midsize Citation Latitude was selected for its combination of range, operational efficiency and cabin comfort. Designed with a stand-up, flat-floor

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Velis Electro and Velis Explorer © Pipistrel

Canada validates Pipistrel’s next-generation training aircraft

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Pipistrel, a Textron Inc. company, has received type-certificate validation from Transport Canada for its current production models: the Pipistrel Explorer, Velis Club and Velis Electro. The milestone clears the way for Canadian operators to purchase and fly these aircraft, unlocking new opportunities for flight schools to integrate cutting-edge, efficient platforms into their training programmes. The

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ATAC has been awarded a task order for FMS F-16 chase fighter jet services

ATAC secures US$7.82 million task order for F-16 chase flight support

Military & Defense, Top Stories

Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC), a subsidiary of Textron Systems under Textron, has announced the award of its first task order under the Combat Air Forces Contracted Air Services indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) framework. The award, valued at up to US$7.82 million over a maximum period of 27 months, will see ATAC deliver chase

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Infinity Flight Group expands its training fleet with ten additional Cessna Skyhawks

Infinity Flight Group to add more Cessna Skyhawks to training fleet

Aircraft & Engines

Textron Aviation has announced an agreement with Infinity Flight Group for the purchase of ten additional Cessna Skyhawk aircraft, scheduled for delivery in 2027. This latest order brings Infinity Flight Group’s total purchases to 35 new Skyhawks over the past three years, reflecting sustained growth in its training operations. Infinity Flight Group, a certified Cessna

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Textron adds Starlink Wi-Fi to Citation Sovereign jets

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Textron Aviation (Textron) has announced the availability of Starlink high-speed internet connectivity for the Cessna Citation Sovereign and Sovereign+ aircraft. This development follows the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval of AeroMech’s supplemental type certificate (STC), which allows for the installation of Starlink’s cutting-edge in-flight Wi-Fi system. The Starlink system, powered by a network of low

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ALE has ordered up to 12 Cessna Citation business jets

Textron Aviation secures major jet order from ALE

Aircraft & Engines

Textron Aviation has announced a substantial new agreement with Aerolíneas Ejecutivas (ALE), Mexico’s foremost business aviation provider, for the purchase of up to 12 Cessna Citation business jets. The aircraft, comprising a mix of Citation Latitude, Citation CJ3 Gen2 and Citation CJ3 Gen3 models, will be operated through ALE’s fractional ownership programme, MexJet. As part

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Platoon Aviation bets big on Citation Longitude

Textron Aviation expands APAC support with new Melbourne facility

Textron Aviation secures three-jet order from SD Aviation

Textron to split Industrial arm in strategic overhaul

LUMINAIR orders nine Citation Latitude jets

Canada validates Pipistrel’s next-generation training aircraft

ATAC secures US$7.82 million task order for F-16 chase flight support

Infinity Flight Group to add more Cessna Skyhawks to training fleet

Textron adds Starlink Wi-Fi to Citation Sovereign jets

Textron Aviation secures major jet order from ALE

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