Textron Aviation has gained FAA certification on the King Air 260, as it closes down production of two key models in Cessna and Beechcraft history—the Citation Sovereign+ and the King Air C90GTx.
Textron Aviation Wins FAA Certification on King Air 260
Key Takeaways:
- Textron Aviation has ceased production of its Citation Sovereign+ midsize jet and King Air C90GTx turboprop to streamline its product offerings and align with current market demand.
- The discontinuation coincides with the recent FAA certification of the upgraded King Air 260 and the continued success of newer models like the Citation Longitude and Latitude.
- The newly certified King Air 260 features significant technological advancements, including the ThrustSense autothrottle and a digital cabin pressure controller.
- Textron Aviation assures existing operators of the discontinued Sovereign and C90 series aircraft of continued exceptional service and support through its global network.
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