Textron Launches UGV That Can Fire Loitering Munitions
Textron Systems and its subsidiary Howe & Howe Inc. have pulled the wraps off a new unmanned ground vehicle that can launch loitering munitions.
Textron Secures US Air Force Deal for F-15 Defensive Sensor Tests
Textron Systems has received a $9.5-million contract to support a US Air Force assessment of a core defensive sensor aboard the F-15 Eagle combat aircraft.
Belgium Orders Five Cessna SkyCouriers for Special Operations
Belgium has awarded Textron Aviation a contract to procure five Cessna SkyCouriers, marking the aircraft’s first military order.
Peru Expands Airlift Fleet With New Beechcraft King Air 360C
Peru has signed a deal to acquire a Beechcraft King Air 360C to expand its airlift capacity for evacuation, transport, and disaster relief operations.
Textron Lands $450M USMC Deal for Cottonmouth ARV Pre-Production
Textron Systems has won a pre-production development agreement for the US Marine Corps’ (USMC) Cottonmouth Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV).
Textron Secures US Army Loitering Munition Prototype Deal
Textron Systems has entered into a prototype agreement to deliver its Damocles loitering munition system for the US Army’s Low Altitude Stalking and Strike Ordnance program.
Textron Unveils Fifth-Gen USV With Doubled Payload, Expanded Reach
MMUSV is Textron Systems’ fifth-generation Multi-Mission Uncrewed Surface Vessel, with extended endurance, heavier payload capacity, and multi-mission flexibility.
Textron Wins $41M Contract for US Air Force T-7A Maintenance Training Support
Textron Systems has secured a $41-million contract to support the US Air Force’s T-7A Advanced Pilot Training Program - Maintenance Training System.
Japan Air Force Buys First Texan II Jet Trainers From Textron
Textron Aviation Defense has signed a contract to deliver the first Beechcraft T-6JP Texan II training aircraft to the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.
US Navy Procures Textron Drone Boat for AUKUS Trials
The US Navy has purchased an unmanned surface vessel from Textron Systems for testing under AUKUS, a trilateral partnership between Australia, the UK, and the US.
Sweden Becomes First European Buyer of Textron’s RIPSAW M3 Robotic Vehicle
Sweden has become the first European country to buy the RIPSAW M3 robotic ground vehicle from Textron Systems.
Textron to Provide Airborne Electronic Warfare Training for US Navy, Marine Corps
Textron segment Airborne Tactical Advantage Company has signed a contract to deliver Stand-Off Jamming Jets Services training for the US Navy and US Marine Corps.
Textron Eyes Wichita for M-346N Production Ahead of Navy Trainer Competition
Textron Aviation Defense announced plans to build its Beechcraft M-346N light aircraft in Wichita, Kansas, if it wins the US Navy’s Undergraduate Jet Training System competition.
Trio of Defense Leaders Join Forces on US Army’s Next-Gen Modular UGV
AM General’s next-gen UGV is a modular hybrid-electric platform on a HUMVEE chassis, delivering over 30 kilowatts of exportable power with drive-by-wire controls.
Textron Blends AI, Stealth, and Explosive Precision in New Top-Attack Weapon
Damocles Launched Effect is Textron Systems’ new AI-enabled modular payload system designed for top-attack, electronic warfare, and ISR missions.
US Army to Deploy XM204 Advanced Terrain-Shaping Munition in Europe
The US Army has cleared a new weapon system, the XM204 terrain-shaping munition, for fielding in Europe following a series of tests.
Textron, Leonardo Pitch M-346N as Next US Navy Trainer Jet
Textron and Leonardo have teamed up to offer the Beechcraft M-346N light aircraft for the US Navy’s Undergraduate Jet Training System program.
Textron to Provide Additional LCAC 100 Hovercraft to US Navy
The US Navy has signed an agreement with Textron Systems to build more Landing Craft Air Cushion 100-class vessels.
Textron’s XM204 Top Attack Munition Clears First US Army Article Testing
Textron Systems has hit a major milestone with its XM204 top attack munition, successfully completing first article testing with the US Army.
Textron to Provide US Navy With Software, Payload for Counter-Mine Vehicle
The US Navy has contracted Textron Systems to provide software updates and payload integration on the mine countermeasures unmanned surface vehicle.
Textron Wins US Army’s Robotic Combat Vehicle Program: Report
Textron Systems has reportedly been selected as the winner of the US Army’s program to develop its first Robotic Combat Vehicle.
Pipistrel Completes Maiden Flight of Nuuva V300 VTOL Logistics Drone
Textron Systems segment Pipistrel has completed the initial flight of its Nuuva V300 hybrid-electric vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial system.
Three Firms Win Mine Countermeasure Contracts From US Navy
Three American defense companies have secured key contracts from the US Navy to strengthen its autonomous mine countermeasure capabilities.
Textron to Supply Beechcraft King Air 260s for Canadian Air Force Training
Textron Aviation has secured a contract to deliver seven Beechcraft King Air 260 multi-engine aircraft for the Royal Canadian Air Force’s Future Aircrew Training program.
