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2026
26 August

ReleaseIncora extends chemical management services contract with Textron

23 July The Denali is the first aircraft to be powered by GE Aerospace's Catalyst engine.

Beechcraft Denali advances through final flight testing

Flight test activities are due to conclude in October 2026, ahead of FAA certification submission and a planned 2027 entry into service.

29 May

ReleaseCessna SkyCourier demand drives expansion of Textron Aviation flight test operations

2025
28 July

ReleaseBeechcraft M-346N unveiled as ready-now solution for U.S. Navy Undergraduate Jet Training System

21 July

ReleaseMcCauley Propeller Systems high-performance C780 propeller now factory standard for new Beechcraft King Air 360 customers

22 April

ReleaseMcCauley Propeller secures ANAC certification for Beechcraft King Air B300 series high-performance propeller

6 March Catalyst features a 16:1 overall pressure ratio, improving fuel consumption by up to 18%.

Catalyst turboprop passes muster with the FAA

The clean-sheet engine completed over 8,000 test hours and is set to power the Beechcraft Denali with improved efficiency and performance.

2024
25 November

ReleaseHistory-making Beechcraft T-6C Texan II sale supports the U.S.-Vietnam comprehensive strategic partnership, advances U.S. interests in the Indo-Pacific region

22 July

ReleaseTextron Aviation unveils the next generation of military aircrew multi-engine training aircraft at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow

6 May

ReleaseBeechcraft Denali advances certification plans with successful avionics testing

2023
17 October

ReleaseBeechcraft King Air 360 reaches 100th delivery, continuing the legacy of the world's most popular business turboprop

24 July

ReleaseBeechcraft Denali makes show debut at EAA AirVenture

20 July

ReleaseTextron Aviation enhances passenger comfort with CoolView windows in Beechcraft King Air turboprops

13 July

ReleaseMcCauley's new high-performance propeller for Beechcraft King Air B300 series achieves FAA certification

10 May The Denali flight test certification program features three flight test aircraft.

Textron builds Garmin's autoland into the Denali

The new feature is being implemented into the aircraft's development and flight test program and will be available as a standard feature at time of entry into service.

2022
19 December

ReleaseBeechcraft King Air 360 turboprops get even "cooler" with new standard electric air conditioning feature

18 August

ReleaseTextron Aviation Special Mission Beechcraft King Air 260 aircraft join the U.S Forest Service's aviation fleet supporting wildland fire management

25 July

ReleaseTextron Aviation Defense Beechcraft AT-6E Wolverine achieves Military Type Certification from the United States Air Force

16 June

ReleaseSecond Beechcraft Denali successfully completes first flight, expanding flight test program to two aircraft

4 April

ReleaseTextron Aviation brings new upgrades to iconic piston product lineup

10 February

ReleaseAstronics Corporation congratulates Textron Aviation on the first flight of the Beechcraft Denali

2021
25 November The Beechcraft Denali first flight.

Beechcraft Denali begins flight test program

The Beechcraft Denali prototype, powered by a GE Catalyst engine, reached an altitude of 15,600 feet and a speed of 180 knots during the two hour and 50 minute first flight. Certification is anticipated in 2023.

16 September The Beechcraft King Air 260.

King Air 360/360ER and 260 achieve EASA certification

King Air turboprops have been a popular choice in Europe with more than 460 aircraft throughout the region. Nearly half of all King Airs in Europe are owned and operated in France, Germany and the United Kingdom.

2 September The Beechcraft Denali prototype, moves closer to first flight after completing ground engine runs.

Catalyst testing moves Denali closer to first flight

The prototype single engine turboprop Beechcraft Denali has successfully had GE Aviation's 1,300 shaft horsepower Catalyst engine installed and the initial ground engine runs have been completed.

26 July

ReleaseNew interiors and cabin amenities introduced for Beechcraft King Air 260 twin turboprops

21 July

ReleaseSingle-engine Denali aircraft joins the legendary Beechcraft turboprop family as program progresses toward first flight

28 April

ReleaseDeliveries for Beechcraft King Air 360 and 260 aircraft to commence in Brazil with recent ANAC certification

10 March

ReleaseBeechcraft King Air 260 achieves FAA Type Certification as the newly upgraded aircraft begins new era of flying

24 February

Pandemic sees aircraft billings down around 15%

GAMA's numbers for 2020 are not pretty. Its members' aircraft deliveries were worth about $4 billion dollars less than the previous year, with North America accounting for the majority of sales.

2020
3 December

Textron revels in King Air 260 coronation

The King Air 260 is the latest addition to Textron's popular prop series. This iteration includes the Innovative Solutions & Support (IS&S) ThrustSense Autothrottle, along with a new digital pressurisation controller.

12 November

ReleaseBeechcraft King Air 360 enters into service with first delivery of the newest flagship turboprop

5 October

ReleaseBeechcraft King Air 360/360ER achieves FAA type certification; ushering in new era of turboprop leadership and paving the way for customer deliveries

4 August

ReleaseBeechcraft King Air turboprops approved for new IS&S ThrustSense Autothrottle upgrade

2018
31 July

ReleaseTextron Systems and Textron Aviation Defense successfully integrate Synturian mission control software and Scorpion jet

30 May

ReleaseKing Air 350i rolls out improved situational awareness, navigation

2017
26 June

ReleaseBeechcraft T-6C military trainer boosts international availability with EASA certification

2016
6 December

ReleaseBeechcraft introduces special mission enhancements for the King Air 350 platform

10 October

ReleaseFusion-equipped Beechcraft King Air models certified in Brazil

27 July

ReleaseBeechcraft announces 2017 American Bonanza Society Sport Package

24 May

ReleaseBeechcraft Pro Line Fusion-equipped King Air C90GTx awarded FAA and EASA type certifications

23 May

ReleaseTextron Aviation reveals superior SETP performance and cabin details

17 March

ReleaseFusion equipped-Beechcraft King Air 350i/ER and 250 earn EASA certification

2015
17 November

ReleaseBeechcraft receives certification on Fusion equipped-King Air 350i/ER

7 August

ReleaseBeechcraft celebrates 900th delivery in T-6 military training program

20 July

ReleasePro Line Fusion-equipped Beechcraft King Air 250 awarded type certificate

18 May

ReleaseBeechcraft brings state-of-the-art avionics, cabin upgrades to new production King Air turboprops

18 May

ReleaseRockwell Collins' Pro Line Fusion flight deck lands on new Beechcraft King Air turboprops

2014
20 October

ReleaseBeechcraft King Air 250 now available with factory-installed payload increase

2013
26 December

ReleaseTextron to acquire Beech Holdings

20 August

ReleaseBeechcraft celebrates the first production flight of the AT-6 light attack aircraft