News archive: Beechcraft King Air 250 | Airframer

17 September

The two companies are exploring the concept as a right-sized option alongside larger airlift assets.

Textron and Merlin unveil pilot-optional SkyCourier concept

Built on the twin-engine Cessna SkyCourier, the design explores forward-loading cargo architecture and unimproved-runway operation for dispersed forces.

13 May

ReleaseAmpaire first to achieve FAA G-1 certification basis for hybrid electric propulsion system

8 May

Once activated, Safe Return flies to the nearest airport, avoids hazards, lands safely and shuts down the engine.

Cirrus fits G7+ with Garmin’s full emergency Autoland

Safe Return, automatic updates and runway alerts have been made standard as Cirrus added Autoland to its high-performance piston range.

12 March

ReleaseTextron Aviation celebrates 10 years of innovation and excellence at Interiors Manufacturing Facility

15 August

IS&S receives contract for military MFD and Mission Computers

This marks the latest OEM contract for IS&S building on existing OEM programs with Pilatus Aircraft for the PC-24, Textron for the King Air 260/360, and Boeing for the KC-46A, KC-767A and the T-7A.

22 July

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

17 July

ReleaseDovetail Electric Aviation showcases revolutionary hydrogen-electric powerplant prototype in Spain

20 July

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

18 August

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

16 September

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.

26 July

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

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

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.

4 August

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

10 April

ReleaseGore's vapor-sealed cable assemblies selected for SmartSky's new air-to-ground network test platform for airborne applications

10 October

ReleaseFusion-equipped Beechcraft King Air models certified in Brazil

17 March

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

20 July

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

18 May

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

18 May

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

20 October

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

18 April

ReleaseBeechcraft King Air 250 achieves EASA certification

6 September

ReleaseKaman Aerostructures delivers the first aerospace components manufactured at its Mexican facility

10 June

ReleaseBeechcraft King Air 250 receives FAA certification

12 November

ReleaseNew King Air 250 to feature BLR Winglets; BLR technologies are key to recent OEM upgrades

9 November

ReleaseNew King Air 250 incorporates Raisbeck Engineering's Ram Air Recovery System

18 October

ReleaseExceptional takeoff performance defines new King Air 250

14 December

ReleaseHartzell Propeller signs long-term deal with Hawker Beechcraft