Writer

Mark Phelps

Textron Aviation—which has a wide presence at this year’s EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wis.—took the opportunity to announce FAA certification of its <a href="http://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2015-05-19/pro-line-fusion-touchscreens-populate-king-air-cockpits">Pro Line Fusion-equipped Beechcraft King Air 250 model</a> on July 20, the opening day of the show. The upgraded King Air, which is making its North American debut at Oshkosh, features Rockwell Collins Fusion avionics and fresh cabin enhancements.

 


Certification of similarly upgraded versions of the King Air 350 and C90Tx are expected to receive certification in the fourth quarter of this year and the first half of 2016, respectively.

 


Textron also announced that its McCauley Propeller Systems division was selected to supply propellers for the single-turboprop Cessna Grand Caravan EX, the Beechcraft Baron piston twin and Cessna’s composite-airframe TTx piston single.

 


At AirVenture, Textron has several aircraft on display, including the Pro Line Fusion-equipped King Air 250, Cessna TTx, and Cessna Citation M2 light jet. The latter should also appeal to pilots anticipating transitioning to jet aircraft from propeller-driven models, with Textron hosting a series of forums on the subject conducted by members of the Citation Jet Pilots Association.

 


“EAA AirVenture represents a unique forum for us to not only to showcase our leading product lineup,” said Textron Aviation senior v-p of sales and marketing Kriya Shortt, “but also to harness that enthusiasm and engage attendees on a wide range of topics, from the young pilot learning to fly in a Skyhawk to the seasoned aviator contemplating the transition into jet ownership.”

News and developments about airplanes, helicopters and unmanned air vehicles used in all varieties of operations, including airlines, military, business, commercial, general aviation and private.

Textron Gets FAA Nod for King Air 250 with Fusion

Certification of similarly upgraded versions of the King Air 350 and C90Tx are expecting to receive certification in 4Q15 and 1H16, respectively.

2024 Corporate Aviation Leadership Summit

News and issues relating to business, corporate and private aviation, primarily regarding turbine-engine-powered airplanes and helicopters. Subjects include aircraft, engines, maintenance, operations, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security, and training.

These airliner business jets might be more affordable than you think compared to purpose-built private aircraft.

Does a Boeing Business Jet or Airbus Corporate Jet Fit Your Travel Needs?

Charles Alcock

Issues regarding financing of aircraft; aviation insurance; tax issues for aircraft operators; new companies and people in the aviation financing and insurance industries.

News and issues relating to the aerospace industry that are related to the science, engineering and business of flight in space involving civil, industrial and military applications, and similar topics related to flight in the atmosphere of the Earth that are not covered more directly by other AINonline subject channels. In other words, both astronautical and aeronautical subjects, except for those aeronautical topics that are specifically covered elsewhere on this website.

Long-serving executive retains his position as CEO of Dassault Aviation 

Éric Trappier Takes the Reins as Head of Dassault Group

Exhibitor list and conference agenda will be unveiled soon

EBACE Organizers Promise New Look for European Show

Kerry Lynch

Globally, operations were flat for 2024, Jefferies reports

Bizjet Departures Tick Up in Dec., Remain Even for Year

Matt Thurber

Company's backlog is 79 Falcons, and 2024 orders reached 26

Dassault Delivers 5 More Falcon Business Jets in 2024

Curt Epstein

The OEM saw a 15-unit increase from 2023

Embraer Executive Jets Finishes Off 2024 Strong

AmyWilder

Aircraft ready for immediate operations in U.S.

Dassault Falcon 6X Delivered in U.S. with Nimbl Support

News about bills, laws, regulations and other governmental decisions affecting aviation and aerospace. Topics include FAA re-authorizations, taxes on fuel and aviation activities, environmental legislation, ICAO decisions, governmental mediation of labor conflicts and World Trade Organization disputes and decisions.

News and information on safety procedures and concerns.

EAA AirVenture 2015

More In Aircraft