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Textron Raises Concerns Over G100UL Aviation Fuel Usage

Pilot testing raises issues about potential damage from G100UL on aircraft paint and rubber components, prompting Textron to warn against its use. GAMI acknowledges similar challenges exist with 100LL, emphasizing ongoing evaluations to mitigate potential impacts on aircraft materials.

2024-12-27T14:13:52.352055-08:00

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Cessna SkyCourier Achieves Canadian Certification for Remote Operations

2024-12-20T10:56:14.060013-08:00

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Cessna SkyCourier Gains Transport Canada Type Certification

2024-12-17T16:05:10.681464-08:00

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Textron's Aerosonde Advances in US Army Recon Drone Competition

2024-12-23T09:01:11.369446-08:00

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Textron Raises Concerns Over G100UL Aviation Fuel Usage Pilot testing raises issues about potential damage from G100UL on aircraft paint and rubber components, prompting Textron to warn against its use. GAMI acknowledges similar challenges exist with 100LL, emphasizing ongoing evaluations to mitigate potential impacts on aircraft materials.

2024-12-27T14:13:52.352055-08:00

Textron Raises Concerns Over G100UL Aviation Fuel Usage

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Textron's Aerosonde Advances in US Army Recon Drone Competition Textron Systems' Mk 4.8 HQ Aerosonde has been shortlisted in the US Army's Future Tactical Uncrewed Aerial System competition, alongside Griffon Aerospace's Valiant. The program aims to equip ground combat units with an advanced reconnaissance platform, enhancing their tactical capabilities in the field.

2024-12-23T09:01:11.369446-08:00

Textron's Aerosonde Advances in US Army Recon Drone Competition

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Cessna SkyCourier Achieves Canadian Certification for Remote Operations Textron Aviation's Cessna SkyCourier has received type certification from Transport Canada Civil Aviation, enabling its deployment in remote North American regions. The first delivery is scheduled for Air Bravo Corporation by the end of 2024, featuring a freighter variant tailored for challenging conditions.

2024-12-20T10:56:14.060013-08:00

Cessna SkyCourier Achieves Canadian Certification for Remote Operations

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Japan Chooses T-6 Texan II, Boosts Textron's Asia Market Prospects Textron Aviation Defense is anticipated to expand its market presence in Asia following Japan's decision to replace the Fuji T-7 with the T-6 Texan II. This move underscores Textron's strategic growth plans and increasing demand for military training aircraft in the region.

2024-12-20T02:07:40.792846-08:00

Japan Chooses T-6 Texan II, Boosts Textron's Asia Market Prospects

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Nigerian Probe on Hawker 900XP Dual-Engine Power Loss Incident Nigerian investigators are examining an incident involving dual-engine power loss of a Hawker 900XP en route to Accra. The incident occurred shortly after departure from Abuja, as the aircraft was ascending beyond 24,000 feet. Initial indications pointed to a right-hand engine issue.

2024-12-18T01:11:55.143137-08:00

Nigerian Probe on Hawker 900XP Dual-Engine Power Loss Incident

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Cessna SkyCourier Gains Transport Canada Type Certification Textron Aviation's Cessna SkyCourier has received type certification from Transport Canada Civil Aviation. This certification enables the twin-engine utility turboprop to service Canadian markets, including air freight, commuter, and special mission operations, enhancing its international operational capabilities.

2024-12-17T16:05:10.681464-08:00

Cessna SkyCourier Gains Transport Canada Type Certification

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Bell Textron Expands Fort Worth Plant for V-280 Valor Production Bell Textron has chosen Fort Worth for a major expansion to build the V-280 Valor military aircraft, also known as the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA). This substantial investment underscores the strategic importance of Bell's production capabilities in Texas.

2024-12-17T12:23:43.536259-08:00

Bell Textron Expands Fort Worth Plant for V-280 Valor Production

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Japan Selects Textron's T-6 Texan II to Replace Fuji T-7 Trainers The Japanese Ministry of Defense has officially chosen the US-built Textron Aviation's T-6 Texan II as the new basic trainer aircraft for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force, replacing the domestically manufactured Fuji T-7, in a move to enhance training capabilities.

2024-12-11T20:47:47.012630-08:00

Japan Selects Textron's T-6 Texan II to Replace Fuji T-7 Trainers