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Textron Aviation Q3 Citation Deliveries Rise 21% as Turboprop Shipments Dip
Revenue rises 14% to $1.7 billion; commercial turboprop deliveries fall to 32 from 39
Textron Aviation reported a rise in third-quarter shipments and revenue, according to Aviation International News. The company saw a 14% increase in revenue, reaching $1.7 billion for the period.
Deliveries of Citation aircraft increased by 21% in the quarter, reflecting stronger demand for this line of business. In contrast, turboprop shipments declined during the same quarter, with commercial turboprops delivering 32 units, down from 39 in the previous period.
The report emphasizes a mixed performance across product families, highlighting growth in the Citation portfolio alongside softer turboprop activity. No additional details on specific models or regional results were provided in the summarized material.
Overall, Textron Aviation’s quarterly results indicate improved revenue alongside shifting mix in deliveries, with continued strength in the Citation line and a drop in turboprop shipments.