400th Cessna Citation Latitude Rolls Off the Line in Wichita
Textron Aviation marked a production milestone as the 400th Cessna Citation Latitude business jet rolled out of its Wichita factory, bound for delivery later this year.
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Wichita-Built Aircraft Shine at EAA AirVenture as Skyhawk Orders Roll In
Textron Aviation brought new Cessna and Beechcraft models to EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh and announced a fresh order of 15 training aircraft from a major flight school.
Egyptian Flight School Orders 10 Wichita-Built Cessna Skyhawks
At the Farnborough International Airshow, Textron Aviation announced an order of 10 Cessna Skyhawk trainers from the Egyptian Aviation Academy, deepening its global training business.
Wichita Rides a Wave of Business Jet Orders
Robust demand for private aircraft is filling order books at Wichita's aviation manufacturers, reinforcing the city's title as the Air Capital of the World.
Inside Wichita's World of Custom Aircraft Interiors
Skilled craftspeople in Wichita transform bare cabins into luxurious, custom interiors for business jets sold around the world.
Kansas Grows as a Hub for Aircraft Maintenance and Overhaul
Beyond building aircraft, Kansas is expanding its role in the lucrative business of maintaining, repairing, and overhauling them.
Surging Pilot Demand Lifts Kansas General Aviation
A global pilot shortage is driving demand for training aircraft and flight instruction, a boon for Kansas's general aviation sector.
Robots Join the Line at Wichita Manufacturing Plants
Manufacturers in Wichita are integrating robotics and automation to boost productivity while redeploying workers to higher-skilled tasks.
Kansas Builds an Apprenticeship Pipeline for Aerospace Jobs
Manufacturers, colleges, and the state are teaming up to train the next generation of aircraft assemblers, machinists, and technicians.