Wichita, Kan. — Textron Aviation announced it will feature a range of its Cessna, Beechcraft and Pipistrel turboprop and piston aircraft at the 2026 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, scheduled for April 14–19 in Lakeland, Florida.
This marks the first time the Cessna, Beechcraft and Pipistrel product lines will be displayed together under the Textron Aviation banner, providing attendees with a unified view of the company’s expanded aircraft portfolio.
The Crimson Edition of the Beechcraft King Air 360 is expected to make its public debut at the event. The special edition, announced in 2024, commemorates six decades of the King Air family as the best-selling business turboprop series. It includes a refined custom interior and a bold exterior paint scheme featuring the iconic Beechcraft “B” on the tail.
Aircraft Expected on Static Display
The Textron Aviation static display will include the following aircraft:
- Pipistrel models: Alpha Trainer, Sinus, Panthera
- Cessna models: Skyhawk, Skylane, Turbo Stationair HD, Caravan
- Beechcraft model: King Air 360 (Crimson Edition)
All Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft on display will be equipped with McCauley Propeller products, and McCauley representatives will be present at the show.
Textron Aviation noted that more than 85,000 piston aircraft and more than 11,000 turbine aircraft from its brands are operating in the United States.
SOURCE: Textron Aviation
