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Textron

Multi-industry aerospace, defense, and specialized vehicles company

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Headquarters: Providence, United States
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 25,000+
Industry: Aerospace & Defense

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Latest news about Textron

In short: Textron announced leadership changes, reported strong 2026 financial results, and initiated a strategic pivot toward aerospace and defense.

Company announcements

August 24 Textron

Textron appoints Brian Rohloff as president and CEO of Textron Aviation

Rohloff succeeds retiring executive Ron Draper after a 29-year career with the company, taking effect August 31.

July 29 Textron

Textron and Boeing celebrate MV-22 Program of Record milestone

The milestone marks the completion of the USMC MV-22 fleet at 359 aircraft delivered, and the team now focuses on sustainment and upgrades.

July 28 Textron

Textron reports second quarter 2026 results

EPS of $1.42; adjusted EPS $1.62, up from $1.55; revenues up 3% to $3.8B.

May 27 Textron

Textron enters fleet purchase agreement with Platoon Aviation

The deal positions Platoon to become Europe's largest Cessna Citation Longitude fleet owner, with deliveries starting in 2027.

Media coverage

September 9 MSN

Pentagon seeks $1.5B funding shift for AI, Textron aircraft, drones

The Pentagon is asking Congress to approve nearly $1.5 billion in funding transfers for artificial intelligence ...

August 31 Reuters

US approves military sale of helicopters to Iraq for $800 million

The U.S. State Department ‌said on Monday it had approved a ⁠military sale of helicopters to Ir...

August 24 Ad hoc news

Textron stock holds steady as Textron Aviation leadership change and Navy contract shape outlook

Textron stock trades in the low $80s as of August 24, 2026, while a new Textron Aviation CEO and a fresh US Navy contract add...

August 24 The Business Journals

Textron Aviation CEO Ron Draper to retire after eight years leading Wichita manufacturer

Textron Aviation CEO Ron Draper will retire at the end of the month after eight years leading one of the largest employers in ...

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