Aerospace

Textron Aviation Cessna TTx preparing for Reno Air Race 2015

WICHITA, Kan. (Sept. 16, 2015) – Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced its Cessna TTx – the fastest fixed-gear piston aircraft – will be headlining its diverse product lineup at this year’s Reno Air Races. The TTx’s efficient laminar-flow wing design, race-bred engine and low-drag profile can be seen this week at Stead Field in Reno, Nevada.

“There is no better venue to showcase the Cessna TTx than the Reno Air Races, where speed really does matter,” said Doug May, vice president, Piston Aircraft. “The TTx stands out from the competition, making it a clear choice for someone who wants speed and luxury without sacrificing versatility.”

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Cessna TTx delivers strength, speed and style

The TTx, with its Continental TSIO-550-C engine that propels the TTx to 235 knots, is the fastest fixed-gear piston airplane on the market. It has a light-weight and strong all-composite body and wing that provide a precise stable ride, and remains the only aircraft in its class to hold a Utility Category certification. Inside the cabin, the TTx features a luxury interior with a first-in-class Intrinzic Flight deck system powered by Garmin G2000 avionics.

Alongside the TTx, the company will also be displaying its 400-knot Cessna Citation M2 light jet, Fusion-equipped Beechcraft King Air 250 turboprop, the 600-horsepower twin-engine Beechcraft Baron and the heavy liftingCessna Turbo Stationair single-engine piston aircraft.

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Boeing’s Aurora Flight Sciences Expands Columbus Plant by 50,000 Sqft

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Aurora Flight Sciences, a subsidiary of Boeing, has launched a significant expansion of its manufacturing facility near the Golden Triangle Regional Airport in Columbus, Mississippi.

This ambitious project will add 50,000 square feet of new space, renovate 40,000 square feet of the existing facility, and introduce advanced automation equipment, robotics, and non-destructive inspection technologies. mcas boeing enhancements will support the growing demand for Aurora’s aerospace systems business.

Since its establishment, Aurora Mississippi has specialized in the production of advanced composite components and assemblies for both military and commercial aircraft. The company first opened in 2005 at Mississippi State University’s Raspet Flight Research Laboratory in Starkville before relocating to its current site in Columbus two years later.

Initially occupying 21,000 square feet, the facility has since grown to encompass over 120,000 square feet, featuring cutting-edge manufacturing technologies such as automated fiber placement. Aurora’s latest expansion is a strategic investment aimed at increasing production capacity for composite components like boeing titanium used in executive jets and the MQ-25TM Stingray composite skins, a key project for its parent company, Boeing.

Additionally, the facility will produce components for NASA’s X-66 sustainable flight demonstrator aircraft, further diversifying its portfolio. Currently employing around 100 full-time staff in Mississippi, Aurora plans to hire more than 60 additional team members by the end of 2025.

Aurora’s expansion project underscores its commitment to Mississippi’s growing aerospace and advanced manufacturing sector. The company maintains strong partnerships with Mississippi State University (MSU) and East Mississippi Community College (EMCC), contributing to research, higher education, and workforce development in advanced manufacturing.

Additionally, Aurora actively supports local K-12 STEM education through summer camps and collaborates with high school vocational education programs. The expansion and renovation project will be carried out in phases over the next two years, with completion expected by 2026. This development marks a significant milestone in Aurora’s ongoing growth and its role in advancing aerospace manufacturing in Mississippi.