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Textron Inc. reports developments across an aerospace, defense and industrial portfolio that includes Textron Aviation, Bell, Textron Systems and Textron Industrial. Company news commonly covers Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft support; Citation business jet deliveries and fleet orders; Bell helicopter, tilt-rotor and autonomous-aircraft work; and defense programs involving uncrewed aircraft, armored vehicles, simulators and training.
Recurring updates also address factory-direct service centers, aftermarket aircraft upgrades, international certifications, quarterly segment results, dividends and capital-structure actions. Industrial coverage includes Kautex plastic fuel tanks for conventional and hybrid vehicles and specialized vehicle businesses such as golf carts and all-terrain vehicles.
TRU Simulation + Training (NYSE:TXT) announced that the SUBARU Bell 412EPX Flight Training Device received Level 5 qualification from the Japanese Civil Aviation Bureau on November 4, 2025, supporting rotorcraft training in Japan.
This is the second TRU-built FTD delivered to SUBARU and was developed with Bell to enable training for routine transport, complex search-and-rescue (SAR) missions, VFR and IFR operations. The device simulates flight, ground starting and run-up procedures, ground and in-flight emergencies, with high-fidelity aerodynamics, engine, controls, sound models, and a custom visual system for immersive SAR training.
Textron Aviation Defense (NYSE: TXT) said it will assemble the Beechcraft M-346N at its east Wichita, Kansas campus if awarded the U.S. Navy Undergraduate Jet Training System (UJTS) contract.
The company expects to invest more than $38 million to modernize over 50,000 sq ft of manufacturing space and estimates the program would create about 100 direct manufacturing jobs in Wichita plus additional indirect roles. Textron noted the M-346N is operationally proven with more than 100 aircraft produced by Leonardo and anticipates a Navy award announcement in January 2027.
Textron (NYSE: TXT) named Danny Maldonado as president & CEO of its Bell segment, effective January 4, 2026. Maldonado, currently Bell chief commercial officer, will succeed Lisa Atherton, who becomes president & CEO of Textron effective the same date.
Maldonado previously led Textron Financial Corp as president & CEO for nine years, joined Textron in 1990, and has held senior roles across sales, aftermarket, training and finance. Leadership comments highlight Maldonado steering Bell while the company accelerates activity on the MV-75 program and continues investments in commercial helicopter programs.
Textron (NYSE: TXT) reported third quarter 2025 results with GAAP EPS $1.31 and adjusted EPS $1.55 versus $1.40 a year ago. Revenues were $3.6 billion, up 5% or $175 million year‑over‑year. Backlog rose by $2.2 billion, led by Bell and Textron Systems.
Manufacturing operating cash flow was $348 million (vs $208 million prior year); manufacturing cash flow before pension contributions was $281 million (vs $147 million). Textron repurchased $206 million of shares in Q3 and $635 million YTD. Company reiterated full‑year 2025 GAAP EPS guidance of $5.19–$5.39 and adjusted EPS of $6.00–$6.20, and manufacturing cash flow guidance of $900M–$1.0B.
Textron (NYSE: TXT) appointed Lisa Atherton, currently president and CEO of its Bell segment, as Textron president and CEO effective January 4, 2026; she will join the Board when she assumes the role. On the same date, Scott C. Donnelly will become Executive Chairman and will lead the Board while advising the CEO. The board cited a comprehensive succession process and Atherton’s 18-year tenure and leadership at Bell as factors in the promotion. Donnelly served as CEO for 17 years and will remain involved to support the transition.
Textron (NYSE:TXT) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.02 per share. Payment date: January 1, 2026. Record date: holders of record at the close of business on December 12, 2025 will receive the dividend.
TRU Simulation + Training (NYSE:TXT) signed a purchase agreement with US Aviation Academy on October 14, 2025 for five Cessna Skyhawk Veris Virtual Reality simulators, marking TRU Simulation’s first fleet order and the Veris debut in the fixed‑wing market. The Academy holds an option to buy ten additional units. The Veris is qualified as an FAA Flight Training Device Level 7, features a Cessna Skyhawk cockpit and Garmin G1000NXi avionics, and is expected to seek EASA qualification later this year. Units will be delivered to Denton, Texas.
Textron Aviation (NYSE: TXT) announced the first order of the best-selling Cessna Citation Latitude for Argentina, purchased by longtime customer Jet Clipper S.A. Delivery is expected in 2026.
The release highlights the Latitude's range, short-field capability, a stand-up flat floor cabin for nine passengers, and suitability for missions from corporate and charter to ISR and air ambulance. Textron notes a strong Latin America installed base with ~1,400 business jets and ~2,200 turboprops; Argentina hosts nearly 75 Cessna Citations.
Textron Aviation (NYSE: TXT) announced NBAA support for the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, a volunteer-driven effort to fly athletes to the Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota.
Owners and operators of Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft are invited to volunteer aircraft, crew, fuel and time for flights scheduled Friday, June 19, 2026 and Saturday, June 27, 2026. Since 1987, participating owners have transported more than 10,000 athletes and coaches. During 2026 operations, Doves are expected to land or depart from St. Paul Downtown Airport (KSTP) about every three minutes during a 10-hour period. Volunteers can sign up at the Airlift site airlift.txtav.com.
Textron Aviation (NYSE: TXT) announced the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 has received FAA type certification and is expected to enter service in 2025 after completing 445 flight-test hours. The Gen2 adds Garmin G3000 avionics with autothrottle, optional Enhanced Vision System, an extra 4.5 inches of pilot legroom, and a fully customizable luxury cabin with USB-C power at every seat and wireless charging.
The light jet has a maximum range of 2,040 nm, a useful payload of 5,530 pounds, and standard seating for nine passengers (eight optional with extra storage).