Platoon Aviation Receives Tenth PC-24

Platoon Aviation is now a well-established player in the European charter market. This successful company has just taken delivery of its tenth PC-24 Super Versatile Jet.

“We’re proud to further expand our fleet with this tenth PC-24 in response to high demand for flexible charter solutions,” explains Deniz Weissenborn, Managing Director of Platoon Aviation. “Our strategy of offering a PC-24 fleet with executive configuration is paying off. Our customers love the combination of spacious cabin and cargo area as well as the ability to land at small airfields closer to their final destination, significantly reducing the total trip time – something only the PC-24 can deliver.”

André Zimmermann, Vice President Business Aviation at Pilatus, adds: “Platoon Aviation has traced an impressive success story since its foundation in 2021. Their success with the PC-24 shows how well our Super Versatile Jet is tailored to the requirements of the charter market.”

Exclusive solutions for discerning customers

Platoon’s PC-24 fleet offers maximum comfort and flexibility for up to eight passengers – ideal for business and leisure travel. Each aircraft features a distinctive geometric paint scheme which is highly recognizable at European airports.

Platoon operates a “floating fleet” system to ensure maximum efficiency and rapid operational readiness: instead of returning to a fixed base after each mission, the jets remain where they are until a new assignment becomes available. This minimizes positioning flights and ensures more efficient handling of customer requests.

Over 300 PC-24s have been delivered since 2018, making the Pilatus Super Versatile Jet one of the best-selling business jets in its class.

Further information about Platoon Aviation is available at flyplatoon.com

 

BOMBARDIER DEFENSE DELIVERS NINTH GLOBAL AIRCRAFT TO THE U.S. AIR FORCE FOR BATTLEFIELD AIRBORNE COMMUNICATIONS NODE (BACN) PROGRAM

 

Delivery ceremony took place in September at Hanscom Air Force Base, MA

The Bombardier Global family of aircraft, recognized for its outstanding range, speed, reliability and endurance, is an ideal fixed-wing solution for special airborne missions worldwide 

Enduring success of the BACN program underscores Bombardier Defense’s role as a partner of choice for the U. S. military


BACN 9 Delivery Ceremony at Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass. on September 10th, 2025. Photo by Mark Herlihy, U.S. Air Force

Bombardier Defense is proud to announce the delivery of a ninth Bombardier Global aircraft to the United States Air Force. The delivery, which was celebrated at Hanscom Air Force Base earlier this month, is the latest in a long-standing and highly successful partnership between the USAF and Bombardier Defense.

The fleet of BACN aircraft, which are known in the Air Force as E-11A and often referred to as “Wi-Fi in the sky”, are a specialized communications platform that enables enhanced situational awareness and interoperability acting as high-altitude communications gateways. The Bombardier Global fleet serving the USAF has been performing critical communications missions around the world for close to two decades, serving to bridge voice and tactical data between air and land forces, while surmounting obstacles such as mountains, rough terrain or distance.

“At Bombardier Defense, we are honored to see our reliable, high-performing Global aircraft serve the United States Air Force in critical missions worldwide through the BACN program,” said Jean-Christophe Gallagher, Executive Vice President, Aircraft Sales and Bombardier Defense. “We are grateful for the longstanding trust of the U.S. Air Force, and we look forward to continuing to support the operational needs of the United States.

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Watch the video: “Wi-fi in the sky”

CESSNA CITATION ASCEND PROGRAM CONTINUES TO ADVANCE WITH ROLLOUT OF FIRST PRODUCTION UNIT

WICHITA, Kan. (Sept. 15, 2025) —Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced its Cessna Citation Ascend business jet program continues to advance as the first production unit rolled out of the manufacturing facility in Wichita, Kansas. The aircraft is expected to achieve certification from the Federal Aviation Administration later this year.

Employees held a special celebration to mark the major program milestone of the newest Citation business jet in the legendary 560XL series as they continue to design and deliver the best aviation experience for customers.

“Today is a big celebration and thank you to everyone who has been a part of building up to this point. It is your craftsmanship that continues to make milestones like this possible,” said Todd McKee, senior vice president, Integrated Supply Chain. “By infusing new technology and bringing new features to the market, we continue to drive the future for us to build these legendary aircraft.”

With more than 1,000 delivered throughout the past 25 years, owners and operators consistently choose the Cessna Citation 560XL series for its unparalleled combination of performance, comfort, ease of operation, range of mission capabilities and favorable operating efficiencies.

 

 

TEXTRON AVIATION BROADENS AFTERMARKET CONNECTIVITY SOLUTIONS FOR CESSNA CITATION LATITUDE BY OFFERING STARLINK HIGH-SPEED INTERNET

WICHITA, Kan. (September 18, 2025) – Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today announced an additional high-speed internet connectivity solution for the Cessna Citation Latitude following the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) issuance of AeroMech’s Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for Starlink high-speed internet connectivity. AeroMech’s STC utilizes Starlink’s constellation of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites to provide more reliable connectivity over land, water and remote areas, where traditional in-flight Wi-Fi may not have service.

“With Starlink connectivity now available as an upgrade, Citation Latitude customers can enjoy a seamless, high-speed in-flight experience that keeps them connected in more of the places they fly,” said Brian Rohloff, senior vice president, Customer Support. “This enhancement reflects our commitment to innovation and elevates the Latitude’s reputation as the world’s most-delivered midsize business jet, renowned for its exceptional performance and cabin comfort.”

Customers can schedule the upgrade for installation at North American Textron Aviation Service Centers and International Service Centers. AeroMech’s STC utilizes a Starlink Aviation Kit, consisting of an Aero Terminal (Antenna), Power Supply Unit (PSU), a Wireless Access Points (WAPs), harnessing and only requires power input from the aircraft. Learn more about the upgrade here.