News archive: Beechcraft Denali

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.

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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.

ReleaseBeechcraft Denali advances certification plans with successful avionics testing

ReleaseBeechcraft Denali makes show debut at EAA AirVenture

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.

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

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ReleaseMcCauley propels Beechcraft Denali forward, completes wind tunnel testing

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.

Catalyst takes flight as first fully European turboprop for 50 years

The Catalyst engine took part in a test flight which lasted for one hour and 40 minutes. The turboprop features a 16:1 overall pressure ratio, enabling it to achieve 20% lower fuel burn compared to the competition.

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.

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