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Wisk Air Helicopters expands Northern Ontario services with factory-new Bell 407/GXi via Bell Textron Canada

Wisk Air Helicopters says it is renewing and expanding its rotary-wing fleet with factory-new Bell 407 aircraft purchased through Bell Textron Canada, including a Bell 407GXi. The operator positions the type for utility powerline and mining work, wildfire response, remote access transportation, and support for First Nation communities.

2026-06-17T11:48:34.452050-07:00

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Platoon Aviation locks in multi-aircraft Cessna Citation Longitude order with Textron Aviation, targeting 2027 deliveries

2026-05-27T03:23:09.462029-07:00

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Textron Aviation completes first flight of Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 prototype, targeting FAA certification and 2027 service entry

2026-06-03T18:27:24.144276-07:00

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Textron Aviation rolls out the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 (Gen2) as CJ4 Gen3 certification nears

2026-06-02T00:59:02.057202-07:00

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Wisk Air Helicopters expands Northern Ontario services with factory-new Bell 407/GXi via Bell Textron Canada Wisk Air Helicopters says it is renewing and expanding its rotary-wing fleet with factory-new Bell 407 aircraft purchased through Bell Textron Canada, including a Bell 407GXi. The operator positions the type for utility powerline and mining work, wildfire response, remote access transportation, and support for First Nation communities.

2026-06-17T11:48:34.452050-07:00

Wisk Air Helicopters expands Northern Ontario services with factory-new Bell 407/GXi via Bell Textron Canada

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Cessna SkyCourier enters Philippine service with first 19-seat convertible delivery Textron Aviation’s Cessna SkyCourier has entered service in the Philippines, with its first delivery to Leading Edge Air Services Corporation (LEASCOR). The aircraft is configured as a 19-passenger variant delivered with a conversion kit, positioning the operator to pivot between passenger and cargo/utility roles.

2026-06-05T09:12:16.890399-07:00

Cessna SkyCourier enters Philippine service with first 19-seat convertible delivery

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Textron Aviation completes first flight of Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 prototype, targeting FAA certification and 2027 service entry Textron Aviation has flown the first Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 prototype, starting an expanded flight-test phase ahead of FAA certification. The manufacturer reiterated its planned 2027 entry-into-service timeline for the next-generation entry-level business jet.

2026-06-03T18:27:24.144276-07:00

Textron Aviation completes first flight of Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 prototype, targeting FAA certification and 2027 service entry

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Textron Aviation expands East Wichita flight test facilities to support rising Cessna SkyCourier demand Textron Aviation has completed a major expansion of its flight test facilities at its East Wichita Campus, aimed at sustaining growing global demand for the Cessna SkyCourier and advancing development across its turboprop portfolio. The upgrade underscores how test-capacity planning is moving in lockstep with SkyCourier’s expanding commercial and defense footprint.

2026-06-03T08:27:14.194220-07:00

Textron Aviation expands East Wichita flight test facilities to support rising Cessna SkyCourier demand

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Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 kicks off FAA certification path with 2027 entry-into-service target Textron Aviation has started the flight-test program for the Cessna Citation M2 Gen3, the latest evolution of its entry-level business jet. The manufacturer says certification work is underway and is targeting FAA approval and entry into service in 2027, positioning the model for a new customer cycle.

2026-06-02T12:22:17.730660-07:00

Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 kicks off FAA certification path with 2027 entry-into-service target

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Textron Aviation rolls out the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 (Gen2) as CJ4 Gen3 certification nears Textron Aviation has marked the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 rollout, citing continuous production since the type entered service in 2010. The milestone supports the company’s plan to approach FAA certification for the CJ4 Gen3 in 2026, positioning the next configuration phase for market uptake.

2026-06-02T00:59:02.057202-07:00

Textron Aviation rolls out the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 (Gen2) as CJ4 Gen3 certification nears

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ANAC and EASA validate Citation M2 Gen2 autothrottles—certification opens sales pathways in Brazil and Europe Brazil’s ANAC and Europe’s EASA have validated the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 configuration with autothrottles, clearing a key capability for potential in-market approvals. The regulatory greenlight is positioned to unlock new commercial opportunities for the aircraft in both Brazil and Europe.

2026-06-01T08:28:37.051530-07:00

ANAC and EASA validate Citation M2 Gen2 autothrottles—certification opens sales pathways in Brazil and Europe

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SAETA Perú acquires Cessna SkyCourier 408 to expand its light cargo and feeder capability SAETA Servicios Aereos Tarapoto (SAETA Perú) has acquired a Cessna SkyCourier 408, according to ch-aviation. The move adds to the SkyCourier’s growing footprint as buyers look to modernize light transport fleets built around the aircraft’s utility and operational flexibility.

2026-05-29T11:55:03.511024-07:00

SAETA Perú acquires Cessna SkyCourier 408 to expand its light cargo and feeder capability

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Wisk Air Helicopters expands Northern Ontario services with factory-new Bell 407/GXi via Bell Textron Canada

Platoon Aviation locks in multi-aircraft Cessna Citation Longitude order with Textron Aviation, targeting 2027 deliveries

Textron Aviation completes first flight of Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 prototype, targeting FAA certification and 2027 service entry

Textron Aviation rolls out the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 (Gen2) as CJ4 Gen3 certification nears

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