Aviation Trader Beechcraft Blog Archive

    Textron Aviation Opens New Melbourne Service Facility At Essendon Fields Airport
    Posted On: May 5, 2026
    The facility strengthens Textron Aviation’s global service network and reflects the company’s long-term commitment to expanding capacity and enhancing customer support throughout aircraft ownership. ...
    Textron Aviation Expands Presence In Australia & Announces Name Change Of Premiair Aviation Maintenance
    Posted On: June 27, 2024
    Textron Aviation is expanding its footprint in Australia to modernize facilities and increase Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker parts availability in the region. ...
    Textron Aviation Unveils New Hiring & Learning Center To Prepare The Workforce Of Today & Tomorrow
    Posted On: June 19, 2023
    “Our commitment to investing in our employees is unwavering, and the establishment of the Hiring and Learning Center is just the latest example of how we are advancing our focus on growing a world-class workforce,” says Textron’s Maggie Topping. ...
    U.S. Navy Orders Up To 64 Beechcraft King Air 260 Turboprops For New Multi-Engine Training System
    Posted On: February 27, 2023
    The planes, which operate with the T-54A training aircraft designation, will replace the Chief of Naval Air Training (CNATRA) fleet of T-44C Pegasus trainers, which are King Air 90s that have been in service since 1977. ...
    Textron Aviation Breaks Ground On Distribution Center Expansion
    Posted On: October 28, 2022
    “We remain dedicated to our customers beyond their delivery, we support them throughout the life of their aircraft,” said Textron Aviation President and CEO Ron Draper. ...
    Textron Aviation Expands Parts Distribution Operations At Its Headquarters Location To Better Serve Global Customer Base
    Posted On: October 18, 2022
    The expansion will add 180,000 square feet of space to the company’s parts distribution operations to better support customers who own and operate Cessna, Beechcraft, and Hawker products. ...
    Queensland Police Service Adds 5 Beechcraft King Air 360s Ready For Law Enforcement Duty
    Posted On: October 7, 2022
    Beechcraft brand owner Textron Aviation was awarded a contract to supply the aircraft, with deliveries taking place throughout 2023. ...
    Beechcraft Delivers King Air 260 Turboprops To US Forest Service For Wildfire Mapping Missions
    Posted On: August 23, 2022
    “Whether for the wildfire detection and mapping, resource management, aerial supervision module/lead plane, or air attack, the King Air continues to demonstrate its leadership in this mission,” says Textron Aviation’s Bob Gibbs. ...
    Beechcraft Goes Back In Time At EAA AirVenture 2022 With Limited-Edition Bonanza G36
    Posted On: July 29, 2022
    Textron drew inspiration for the limited-edition Bonanza G36’s design from Olive Ann Beech, who co-founded Beechcraft in 1932 with her husband Walter. ...
    Beechcraft Successfully Completes First Flight Of Second Denali Turboprop Test Aircraft
    Posted On: June 21, 2022
    The aircraft manufacturer expects Federal Aviation Administration type certification to come in 2023. ...
    Upcoming Beechcraft Denali Turboprop Completes First Flight, Enters Test Phase
    Posted On: November 29, 2021
    During the flight on November 23, test pilots flew the Denali prototype for nearly three hours, reaching an altitude of 4,755 metres and speeds of 180 knots. ...
    Royal Thai Air Force Inks $143 Million Contract For Beechcraft AT-6 Wolverine Light Attack Aircraft
    Posted On: November 17, 2021
    The deal will also provide the RTAF with associated ground support equipment, spare parts, training, and more. ...
    Beechcraft Completes Initial Ground Engine Runs, Inches New Denali Turboprop Closer To First Flight
    Posted On: August 27, 2021
    Parent company Textron Aviation expects the Denali to receive FAA type certification in 2023. ...
    Beechcraft Debuts New Interior Colour Choices & Cabin Amenities For King Air 260s
    Posted On: July 28, 2021
    New standard interior colour palette choices include Alpaca, Buttercream, Latte, and New Pewter; Lava Saddle is available as a premium option. ...
    Textron Aviation’s Premiair Aviation Centres Now Approved To Service & Support All In-Country Beechcraft, Cessna & Hawker Turbine Aircraft
    Posted On: May 11, 2021
    The manufacturer notes that CASA’s approval also covers non-type-rated piston and turbine aircraft weighing less than 5,700 kg and piston and turbine engine helicopters weighing in at less than 3,175 kg. ...
    Special Retro-Inspired Beechcraft Bonanza Entering Limited Production To Celebrate Aircraft’s 75th Anniversary
    Posted On: April 21, 2021
    Since the airplane’s introduction in 1947, Beechcraft has delivered more than 18,000 Bonanza aircraft. ...
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    Cirrus Aircraft Aims To Transform Flight Training With New TRAC10
    Posted 14/07/2026
    Cirrus Aircraft has expanded its flight training aircraft lineup with the new TRAC10, a three-seat, single-engine aircraft designed specifically for professional, collegiate, and career-oriented flight schools. ...
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    Dassault Aviation Completes Maiden Flight Of Falcon 10X Business Jet
    Posted 6/07/2026
    Dassault Aviation’s all-new Falcon 10X, designed to be the largest dedicated business jet in service, recently moved a step closer to certification after completing its maiden flight in France. ...
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    Supply Constraints Remain in Pre-Owned Aircraft Market as Inventory Levels Continue to Decline
    Posted 6/07/2026
    The newest Sandhills Global aviation market reports show continued year-over-year inventory decreases across several used aircraft categories in June. ...
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    Bombardier Delivers First Global 8000 In Asia, Marking A Key Milestone For Ultra-Long-Range Aviation In The Region
    Posted 23/06/2026
    With a top speed of Mach 0.95, a range of 8,000 nautical miles, and access to 30% more airports than its closest rival, the Global 8000 sets a new benchmark for performance, flexibility, and productivity in business aviation. ...
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    Bombardier & Elie Saab Unveil ‘Haute Couture’ Cabin Design For Global 8000 Business Jet
    Posted 11/06/2026
    Bombardier and Lebanese fashion house Elie Saab have introduced a bespoke “haute couture of aviation” cabin design for the ultra-long-range Global 8000 business jet. ...
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    Utility Air Announces Sale Of Two Brand New Diamond DA40 XLT Aircraft To Flight Training Adelaide
    Posted 9/06/2026
    Two brand-new Diamond DA40 XLT aircraft have been sold to Flight Training Adelaide (FTA). ...
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    Pre-Owned Aircraft Values Post Marginal Changes in May
    Posted 4/06/2026
    New Sandhills Global aviation market reports show pre-owned aircraft asking prices changed little in May. ...
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    Purchase Agreement Will Give Platoon Aviation Europe’s Largest Cessna Citation Longitude Fleet
    Posted 1/06/2026
    Textron Aviation has announced it will sell multiple Cessna Citation Longitude business jets to Platoon Aviation, a private jet charter operator based in Hamburg, Germany. ...
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    Looking Beyond The Purchase Price In Helicopter Ownership
    Posted 13/05/2026
    Ongoing maintenance, compliance, and operational coordination introduce a level of variability that is not always fully visible upfront—HeliShare can help. ...
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    Bombardier Global 8000 To Make South American Debut
    Posted 12/05/2026
    Bombardier’s Global 8000 business jet will make its South American debut at the Catarina Aviation Show from 21 to 23 May at the São Paulo Catarina Executive International Airport in Brazil. ...
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