Textron Aviation announced that it will showcase a broad lineup of its legendary turboprop and piston aircraft at the 2026 SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, April 14 through 19, in Lakeland, Florida. This marks the first time that Cessna, Beechcraft and Pipistrel products will be displayed together under the Textron Aviation banner, giving attendees a unified look at the company’s expanded portfolio of aircraft. Additionally, the Crimson Edition of the Beechcraft King Air 360 is expected to make its debut at the show, showcasing a special edition design developed to commemorate six decades of the King Air family’s legendary service as the best-selling business turboprop family in the world. Announced in 2024, the aircraft features a refined custom interior and a bold exterior paint scheme, including the iconic Beechcraft “B” on the tail.
Legendary lineup on display
With more than 85,000 piston aircraft and more than 11,000 turbine aircraft operating in the United States, Textron Aviation offers aviation enthusiasts the opportunity to experience some of the most iconic aircraft in the world at SUN ‘n FUN.
Aircraft expected to be at the Textron Aviation static display during SUN ‘n FUN include:
- Pipistrel Alpha Trainer
- Pipistrel Sinus
- Pipistrel Panthera
- Cessna Skyhawk
- Cessna Skylane
- Cessna Turbo Stationair HD
- Cessna Caravan
- Beechcraft King Air 360 (special Crimson Edition)
All Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft on display will feature McCauley Propeller products, and McCauley representatives will be on site at the show.
