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ASL Group takes delivery of first Learjet 40XR, signaling continued investment in its business-aviation fleet

ASL Group has added its first Learjet 40XR to its fleet, marking a new aircraft entry for the company’s commercial aviation/business-aviation portfolio. The move indicates active fleet modernization as operators convert new platform availability into operational capability and capacity.

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2026-06-25T09:28:23.166173-07:00

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Textron Aviation debuts Cessna SkyCourier in special missions configuration at Farnborough to court international buyers

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2026-06-22T12:33:23.550534-07:00

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

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

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

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

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ASL Group takes delivery of first Learjet 40XR, signaling continued investment in its business-aviation fleet ASL Group has added its first Learjet 40XR to its fleet, marking a new aircraft entry for the company’s commercial aviation/business-aviation portfolio. The move indicates active fleet modernization as operators convert new platform availability into operational capability and capacity.

2026-06-25T09:28:23.166173-07:00

ASL Group takes delivery of first Learjet 40XR, signaling continued investment in its business-aviation fleet

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Textron Aviation debuts Cessna SkyCourier in special missions configuration at Farnborough to court international buyers Textron Aviation will showcase the Cessna SkyCourier at the Farnborough International Airshow in a special-missions configuration, aiming to win international customers for the twin-engine turboprop. The display underscores how operators are evaluating platform fit as demand for light cargo and mission-capable aircraft expands globally.

2026-06-22T12:33:23.550534-07:00

Textron Aviation debuts Cessna SkyCourier in special missions configuration at Farnborough to court international buyers

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Mexico’s Aerus shelves SkyCourier order as delivery delays persist Aerus has shelved its Cessna SkyCourier order, citing ongoing delivery delays. The decision underscores how aircraft delivery timing risk can quickly force operators to revisit fleet plans and alternative procurement paths—particularly when new-build schedules slip across the supply chain.

2026-06-22T08:56:49.972214-07:00

Mexico’s Aerus shelves SkyCourier order as delivery delays persist

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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