BEECHCRAFT KING AIR 360 REACHES 100TH DELIVERY, CONTINUING THE LEGACY OF THE WORLD’S MOST POPULAR BUSINESS TURBOPROP
WICHITA, Kan. (Oct. 17, 2023) – Textron Aviation today announced the delivery of the 100th Beechcraft King Air 360 turboprop to Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center (CBCC), a longtime Textron Aviation customer. This delivery further solidifies the Beechcraft King Air's place as the world's most popular family of business turboprop aircraft.
“We take pride in providing aircraft solutions for our customers with the latest in aviation technology. The King Air 360’s updated airframe, avionics and interior provide our passengers with a comfortable and reliable flight experience,” said Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president of Global Sales and Flight Operations. “The King Air family of aircraft is renowned for its versatility and reliability, and this 100th delivery of the 360 is an exciting milestone in the continued success of a legendary product.”
CBCC is a pioneer in global cancer care including cutting edge cancer clinical trials that have led to new drug developments in cancer care. Working for decades with the UCLA TRIO Network, CBCC has provided patients with access to new clinical trials. Many of these clinical trials have changed the way cancer therapy is delivered today. The CBCC CRO (Clinical Research Organization) also provides patients access to clinical trials across the world.
“The addition of this aircraft will be a game changer for us in terms of productivity,” said Dr. Ravi Patel, medical director at CBCC. “We are excited about the increased capability the King Air 360 will give us to globally expand our cancer care delivery and research”
Nearly 7,800 Beechcraft King Air turboprops have been delivered to customers around the world since 1964, making it the world’s best-selling business turboprop family. The worldwide fleet has surpassed 62 million flight hours in its 59 years, serving roles in all branches of the U.S. military and flying both commercial and special mission roles around the world.
Textron Aviation Celebrates 100th King Air 360 Delivery
Textron Aviation has reached a significant milestone with the 100th delivery of the Beechcraft King Air 360 turboprop to Comprehensive Blood and Cancer Center (CBCC), a loyal customer. This achievement further reinforces the King Air's position as the most popular family of business turboprop aircraft globally. CBCC, known for its groundbreaking cancer care and clinical trials, anticipates increased productivity and expanded global cancer care delivery and research capabilities with the King Air 360. With over 62 million flight hours spanning 59 years, the worldwide fleet of Beechcraft King Air turboprops has been widely utilized in various military and civilian roles, solidifying its status as the best-selling business turboprop family with nearly 7,800 aircraft.
