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Kaman Composites Wichita expands scope of work with Textron Aviation

21/06/2018

Press releaseIssued by VECCO Wichita (VAERO Group) and published as received — not written by Airframer’s editors.

Kaman Composites – Wichita, Inc. (KCW) announced that it has entered into an agreement with Textron Aviation Inc. increasing its statement of work to supply vacuum forming and five axis composite core cutting operations. KCW, a subsidiary of Kaman Aerospace Group, Inc. and part of its Aerosystems Division, is a leading supplier of complex composite structures, components, and assemblies for the commercial and defense aerospace industry.

This work package will support multiple Textron Aviation aircraft models including Longitude, Latitude and Hawker, incorporating the latest stringent certification requirements. Components to be supplied include mixed model interior plastic components as well as flight control nomex and aluminum core details

"We are excited to expand our relationship with Textron Aviation, a world leader in the general aviation industry. This agreement demonstrates continued confidence by Textron in our ability to support critical programs. We appreciate their commitment to KCW and this agreement aligns with and supports our growth strategy," said Mark Withrow, Vice President and General Manger, Kaman Composites U.S.