Controller Hawker Blog Archive

    Textron Aviation Expands Presence In Australia & Announces Name Change Of Premiair Aviation Maintenance
    Posted On: June 27, 2024
    Textron Aviation is expanding its footprint in Australia to modernize facilities and increase Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker parts availability in the region. ...
    Hawker 4000 Jets Eligible For Data Communications Upgrade
    Posted On: May 29, 2024
    The FAA recently approved a data communications upgrade for Hawker 4000 jets, adding a Future Air Navigation System and the Protected Mode Controller Pilot Data Link Communication program. ...
    Textron Aviation Breaks Ground On Distribution Center Expansion
    Posted On: October 28, 2022
    “We remain dedicated to our customers beyond their delivery, we support them throughout the life of their aircraft,” said Textron Aviation President and CEO Ron Draper. ...
    Textron Aviation Expands Parts Distribution Operations At Its Headquarters Location To Better Serve Global Customer Base
    Posted On: October 18, 2022
    The expansion will add 180,000 square feet of space to the company’s parts distribution operations to better support customers who own and operate Cessna, Beechcraft, and Hawker products. ...
    Textron Aviation Accepting Applications For Newly Launched Numeric Controls Technician Apprenticeship
    Posted On: June 25, 2021
    Textron Aviation says the NC “earn and learn” opportunity will provide apprentices with factory and classroom training while paying them a salary and benefits. ...
    Textron Aviation Opens New Line Maintenance Station At London Biggin Hill Airport
    Posted On: June 11, 2018
    Textron Aviation’s new line maintenance station at London Biggin Hill Airport will expand service offerings for Cessna Citation, Hawker, and Beechcraft King Air owners in Europe. ...
    Textron Aviation Touts Class-Leading Deliveries Of Cessna Citation Latitude
    Posted On: March 6, 2018
    Citing a 30% increase in deliveries in 2017 from 2016, Textron Aviation recently declared its Cessna Citation Latitude as the most delivered aircraft in the midsize business jet category last year. ...
    Cessna Citation Longitude & Latitude Business Jets Reach Milestones
    Posted On: February 12, 2018
    Cessna, a Textron Aviation brand along with Beechcraft and Hawker, recently accomplished a couple of firsts with the company’s super-midsized flagship Citation Longitude business jet and midsize Citation Latitude business jet. ...
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    What's New At Sandhills Global
    Posted 7/17/2026
    Find out about the latest Sandhills news, including AI to write your asset descriptions, the new UCC Search app, a new e-commerce solution, and more. ...
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    Auction & Realty Company Kiko Auctioneers Sees Quick Success, Future Growth With Sandhills
    Posted 7/16/2026
    Kiko Auctioneers began working with Sandhills in 2025, when the company partnered with Controller.com, Executive Controller, and Equipmentfacts to sell several Cessna and Embraer business jets, and has never looked back. ...
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    Cirrus Aircraft Aims To Transform Flight Training With New TRAC10
    Posted 7/14/2026
    Cirrus Aircraft has expanded its flight training aircraft lineup with the new TRAC10, a three-seat, single-engine aircraft designed specifically for professional, collegiate, and career-oriented flight schools. ...
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    Year-Over-Year Used Aircraft Inventory Levels Continue To Slide In June
    Posted 7/13/2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used jets, piston singles, and other aircraft on Sandhills platforms. ...
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    Dassault Aviation Completes Maiden Flight Of Falcon 10X Business Jet
    Posted 7/6/2026
    Dassault Aviation’s all-new Falcon 10X, designed to be the largest dedicated business jet in service, recently moved a step closer to certification after completing its maiden flight in France. ...
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    Supply Constraints Remain in Pre-Owned Aircraft Market as Inventory Levels Continue to Decline
    Posted 7/6/2026
    The newest Sandhills Global aviation market reports show continued year-over-year inventory decreases across several used aircraft categories in June. ...
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    AAI: How We Create FAA-Certified Specialized Repairs For King Air Landing Gear
    Posted 6/29/2026
    AAI explains how maintaining aircraft isn't just about replacing worn parts, it's also about knowing when and how to repair them the right way. ...
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    Bombardier Delivers First Global 8000 In Asia, Marking A Key Milestone For Ultra-Long-Range Aviation In The Region
    Posted 6/23/2026
    With a top speed of Mach 0.95, a range of 8,000 nautical miles, and access to 30% more airports than its closest rival, the Global 8000 sets a new benchmark for performance, flexibility, and productivity in business aviation. ...
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    Bombardier & Elie Saab Unveil ‘Haute Couture’ Cabin Design For Global 8000 Business Jet
    Posted 6/11/2026
    Bombardier and Lebanese fashion house Elie Saab have introduced a bespoke “haute couture of aviation” cabin design for the ultra-long-range Global 8000 business jet. ...
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    Inventory Levels Drop Across Most Aircraft Categories, Asking Prices Show Mixed Movement
    Posted 6/10/2026
    Watch our new Sandhills Global market report video for inventory and value trends affecting used jets, piston singles, and other aircraft on Sandhills platforms. ...
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