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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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.
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 Explores Sustainable Aviation Fuel From Farm Fields
Researchers see potential to link Kansas agriculture and aviation by producing sustainable aviation fuel from crops and residues.
Advanced Composites Reshape Aircraft Production in Wichita
Manufacturers in Wichita are expanding their use of lightweight composite materials that make aircraft more efficient and durable.
Wichita Suppliers Rebuild Resilience After Supply Chain Shocks
Aerospace suppliers in the Wichita region are diversifying sources and boosting inventory after years of supply chain disruption.
3D Printing Takes Off on Wichita's Factory Floors
Additive manufacturing is moving from prototyping to production in Wichita's aerospace shops, enabling lighter, more complex parts.