On this week’s episode of AvTalk, we’re headed to Farnborough for an inside look at how the airshow comes together. From state of the art aircraft tracking technology to making sure all of the toilets are working, Farnborough International director of operations Ben Gleenson explains what it takes to make sure the biannual airshow goes off without a hitch. Also on this week’s episode, what we know so far about the crash of a K2 Airways Cargo 737 off the coast of Pakistan. Castlelake and easyJet agree in principle to an acquisition. A new report highlights long-term issues with French air traffic control — and Ryanair wastes no time seizing the moment to call for reform. And a look at SpiceJet’s operations reveals a much darker picture than we imagined. Helpful links for this week’s episode * Visit the Farnborough Airshow * K2 Airways 737 crash data * New automated live streams available on Flightradar24 Please check back soon for a transcript of this week’s episode.
Global helicopter manufacturer Bell Textron Inc. has returned to Salon Privé at Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire, England for one of the United Kingdom’s most prestigious luxury automotive events. Bell is showcasing two static models at this year’s show: the Bell 407GXi Designer Series and the Bell 505, reinforcing Bell’s long-established aerial presence in the United Kingdom.
Bell Textron Inc., Fort Worth, Texas, is being awarded $43,215,352 for an undefinitized contract action delivery order (N00383-26-F-0083) under previously awarded basic ordering agreement N00383-22-G-ZL01 for the procurement of 32 gearboxes in support of H-1 helicopters sold to the Czech Republic under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program. All work will be performed in Fort
Brian Rohloff has taken on the role of president & CEO at Textron Aviation, bringing with him 29 years of experience across the company. Rohloff most recently served as the […]
Textron Aviation has received Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Part 145 approval for its Australian maintenance organisation, strengthening its factory-direct service and support across the Asia-Pacific region. The approval covers the company’s service centres in Melbourne, Perth and on the Gold Coast, creating one of Australia’s most extensive OEM-owned support networks. CASA Part 145 approval […]
AviTrader•Heike Tamm31 Aug
Textron Aviation announced it has received Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Part 145 approval for its Australian maintenance organisation. The approval applies across Textron Aviation’s Service Center network in Melbourne, […]
Longtime company executive will replace retiring Ron Draper on Aug. 31.
AVweb•Matt Ryan25 AugTextron Inc. has appointed Brian Rohloff as President and CEO of its Textron Aviation segment, effective August 31, 2026, as Ron Draper retires after more than 27 years with the company. Rohloff brings extensive experience across Textron Aviation, having held leadership roles spanning customer support, sales, supply chain and quality. He most recently served as […]
AviTrader•Heike Tamm25 Aug
Textron Aviation has appointed a new CEO and President to start imminently after the current boss, Ron Draper,…
AeroTime•Ian Molyneaux24 AugTextron Aviation has announced the 500th delivery of a Cessna Citation CJ4 series business jet, setting the stage for the next chapter of the aircraft with the upcoming Cessna Citation...
Textron Aviation has delivered the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4-series business jet, with the milestone aircraft going to a customer in the Philippines. The aircraft, a Citation CJ4 Gen2, marks more than a decade of deliveries for the company’s largest light jet. The CJ4 is operated globally by owner-operators and fleet customers across missions ranging from […]
AviTrader•Heike Tamm18 Aug
On August 17, 2026, Textron Aviation announced that its Cessna subsidiary has delivered the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4…
AeroTime•Miquel Ros18 Aug
Textron Aviation announced the 500th delivery of a Cessna Citation CJ4 series business jet, underscoring more than a decade of customer confidence in the company’s largest light jet and setting the […]
Latest aircraft went to a customer in the Philippines as Cessna prepares to certify the CJ4 Gen3 with a revised avionics package
Air Data News•Ricardo Meier17 AugBell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has expanded its component, repair, and overhaul (CRO) facility in Australia to include hydraulic component maintenance and repair. This marks a major milestone as Bell’s first facility in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region to offer specialized hydraulic services, reinforcing the company’s commitment to comprehensive aftermarket support across Australia and
Bell Textron has expanded its component, repair, and overhaul (CRO) facility in Australia to include hydraulic component maintenance and repair. The company claims this is a major milestone as Bell’s […]
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has announced an estimated $300 million, firm-fixed-price, fixed-price incentive, and cost-plus-fixed-fee contract from the Department of Navy. This base plus three option years contract provides the Structural and Power Improvements for NextGen Effects (SPINE) upgrades on up to 49 U.S. Marine Corp AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom aircraft.
Bell Textron Inc., announced the Aichi Prefectural Police have officially commenced aerial policing operations utilizing the Bell 505, marking a landmark moment for aviation in the Asia-Pacific region. A ceremony held at the Komaki Airport in Nagoya, Japan, celebrated the milestone, which commemorates the Bell 505 as the first aircraft of its type deployed for