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2026
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.

7 April

ReleaseCessna SkyCourier strengthens mission versatility with new In‑Flight Operable Door option

2025
21 July

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

17 July More than 45,000 Cessna 172 Skyhawks have been delivered since the aircraft first flew in 1955.

Textron equips Skyhawk with dual ignition upgrade

The company has replaced the magneto system with electronic ignition during the 70th anniversary year of the Cessna 172 Skyhawk.

22 April

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

2024
17 December

ReleaseCessna SkyCourier achieves Canada Type Certification, bringing operational support to remote regions of North America

2023
24 July

ReleaseBeechcraft Denali makes show debut at EAA AirVenture

18 July

ReleaseMcCauley Propeller Systems celebrates 85th anniversary at EAA AirVenture

13 July

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

7 February

ReleaseTextron Aviation adds to growing list of options for Cessna SkyCourier with introduction of new gravel kit

2022
26 July

ReleaseMcCauley's newest propeller for UAVs from GA-ASI receives FAA certification

16 February

Textron updates and brings back the Turbo Skylane

The Lycoming engine drives a constant-speed, three-blade, electric de-ice McCauley propeller, while the cockpit has Garmin G1000 NXi avionics with a new GI 275 electric standby, providing a brand-new cockpit interface.

2021
21 December

ReleaseMcCauley propels Beechcraft Denali forward, completes wind tunnel testing

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.

21 July

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

2019
20 May

ReleaseCessna SkyCourier advances through development; prototype assembly underway

20 May

ReleaseCessna Denali propels to next stage of development; engine tests exceeding expectations

2016
23 May

ReleaseTextron Aviation reveals superior SETP performance and cabin details

2015
20 July

ReleaseTextron Aviation selects McCauley propellers for Cessna Grand Caravan EX, Cessna TTx and Beechcraft Baron

2014
28 July

ReleaseCessna upgrades TTx with new Surge package, McCauley propeller 

9 May

ReleaseMcCauley composite propeller receives FAA Certification

1 April

ReleaseMcCauley showcases clean sheet composite propeller at 2014 Sun 'n Fun

2011
23 September

ReleaseMcCauley delivers first production 1L100 fixed-pitch composite propeller

7 January

ReleaseMcCauley to provide GA Aeronautical Systems with four-blade props

2010
14 July

ReleaseMcCauley gains ASTM compliance on composite prop for Skycatcher

2008
13 March

ReleaseComp Air Aviation and its major equipment suppliers form strong alliance on Comp Air 12 turboprop aircraft