Special Missions Cessna Skycourier To Appear At Farnborough International Airshow

Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, will return to the Farnborough International Airshow with a Cessna SkyCourier on static display, giving global customers and media an up‑close look at the aircraft’s expanding role in special missions, military and government operations.
Why It Matters
The Farnborough International Airshow provides an opportunity to highlight growing international interest in the Cessna SkyCourier as it enters new global defense markets.

“A fleet of five Cessna SkyCourier aircraft, similar to the one on display, was recently selected by Belgium to support its special operations forces,” said Travis Tyler, president and CEO, Textron Aviation Defense. “This first announced military purchase shows strong interest in the SkyCourier and proves it is ready for high‑stakes missions.”

More than 1,700 Cessna and Beechcraft turbine aircraft manufactured by Textron Aviation operate across Europe today, including more than 850 Cessna Citation business jets, 450 Beechcraft King Air turboprops and 175 Cessna Caravan turboprops.

About the Special Missions Cessna SkyCourier
The twin‑engine, high‑wing Cessna SkyCourier turboprop is designed for flexible missions, low operating costs and operations from rough or remote airfields. The aircraft offers flexible cabin layouts, strong payload and proven performance from rough or remote airfields.
Optional special mission capabilities include:
· Two underwing stations per side (up to 625 pounds inboard and 465 pounds outboard) for mission equipment, external fuel or cargo
· Extended‑fuel system adding 79 gallons of overwing fuel to increase endurance by approximately 50 minutes
· Powered patient‑loading system to support aeromedical and humanitarian missions
· In-flight Operable Door supporting airborne mission flexibility
· Equipment for static-line jumps, with anchor points, jump lights and a dedicated control panel

GREECE’S NATIONAL CENTER FOR EMERGENCY CARE RECEIVES NEW BEECHCRAFT KING AIR 360C

WICHITA, Kan. (May 5, 2025) — Textron Aviation today announced the delivery of a Beechcraft King Air 360C aircraft to Greece’s Ministry of Health and the National Center for Emergency Care (EKAV), as part of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF) Global Health Initiative (GHI).  The versatile turboprop, equipped with a cargo door and an air-medical system, will further ensure that patients receive urgent air transport from remote areas to central locations in Greece and Europe.

The Beechcraft King Air 360C is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company.

“The King Air 360C will significantly boost EKAV’s capabilities in providing emergency medical care, ensuring that patients receive immediate and reliable air transport from remote areas to central locations in Greece and Europe,” said Bob Gibbs, vice president, Special Mission Sales. “The aircraft is equipped with the latest medical equipment and is ready to serve in diverse and remote locations.”

This delivery is part of the SNF’s GHI, which has funded five aircraft for EKAV, including two Beechcraft King Air 350C airplanes and this new King Air 360C aimed at strengthening Greece’s air ambulance services. All three aircraft are operated out of Elefsis Airbase in Greece.

The air ambulance conversion was completed by Fargo Jet Center at its special mission aircraft modification center located at Hector International Airport in Fargo, North Dakota.

“At Fargo Jet Center, we take pride in delivering mission-ready aircraft tailored to the unique requirements of each operator,” said Darren Hall, vice president, Business Development, Fargo Jet Center. “For this King Air 360C, our team worked closely with EKAV and Spectrum Aeromed to integrate advanced medical systems and develop a custom interior that enhances patient care and crew efficiency. This aircraft represents the highest standards of reliability and innovation in air medical transport.”

Endless Special Missions Possibilities

When government, military and commercial customers want airborne solutions for critical missions, they turn to Textron Aviation. The company’s aviation solutions provide the high-performance and flight characteristics required to address the unique challenges of special missions operations. With unparalleled quality, versatility and low operating costs, Textron Aviation products are ideal for air ambulance, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR); utility transport, aerial survey, flight inspection; training and many other special operations.

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