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TRU Simulation + Training (NYSE:TXT) announced that its Bell 525 full flight simulator at the Bell Training Academy received FAA Interim Level C qualification on November 17, 2025.

This qualification allows pilots to log more flight hours on the Bell 525 platform ahead of the rotorcraft’s expected FAA type certification and reflects the simulator’s high-fidelity visual systems, realistic cockpit environment, and advanced motion platform designed to replicate Bell 525 performance and handling.

TRU Simulation + Training (NYSE:TXT) announced delivery and acceptance of a Bell 505 Flight Training Device (FTD) to the Royal Jordanian Air Force on November 13, 2025.

The purchase includes aircraft delivery, the FTD and a comprehensive computer-based training package to support basic and advanced rotorcraft training at King Hussein Air College in Mafraq, Jordan, following delivery of 10 Bell 505 helicopters. The FTD replicates the Bell 505 cockpit with dual Garmin G1000H NXi displays, avionics, controls and high-fidelity aerodynamics, and supports visual and instrument training.

The configuration meets FAA qualification requirements for Level 5 FTD under Title 14 CFR Part 60.

Textron Aviation (NYSE:TXT) announced that the Cessna Citation Ascend received FAA type certification on November 5, 2025, with entry into service expected later in 2025. Two flight test articles logged more than 1,000 flight hours during certification.

The midsize jet features Garmin G5000 avionics with autothrottle and synthetic vision, dual Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545D engines, a flat floor cabin for up to 12 passengers, a max speed of 441 ktas, range 1,940 nm, and a 900 lb full-fuel payload.

TRU Simulation + Training (NYSE:TXT) announced that the SUBARU Bell 412EPX Flight Training Device received Level 5 qualification from the Japanese Civil Aviation Bureau on November 4, 2025, supporting rotorcraft training in Japan.

This is the second TRU-built FTD delivered to SUBARU and was developed with Bell to enable training for routine transport, complex search-and-rescue (SAR) missions, VFR and IFR operations. The device simulates flight, ground starting and run-up procedures, ground and in-flight emergencies, with high-fidelity aerodynamics, engine, controls, sound models, and a custom visual system for immersive SAR training.

Textron Aviation Defense (NYSE: TXT) said it will assemble the Beechcraft M-346N at its east Wichita, Kansas campus if awarded the U.S. Navy Undergraduate Jet Training System (UJTS) contract.

The company expects to invest more than $38 million to modernize over 50,000 sq ft of manufacturing space and estimates the program would create about 100 direct manufacturing jobs in Wichita plus additional indirect roles. Textron noted the M-346N is operationally proven with more than 100 aircraft produced by Leonardo and anticipates a Navy award announcement in January 2027.

Textron (NYSE: TXT) named Danny Maldonado as president & CEO of its Bell segment, effective January 4, 2026. Maldonado, currently Bell chief commercial officer, will succeed Lisa Atherton, who becomes president & CEO of Textron effective the same date.

Maldonado previously led Textron Financial Corp as president & CEO for nine years, joined Textron in 1990, and has held senior roles across sales, aftermarket, training and finance. Leadership comments highlight Maldonado steering Bell while the company accelerates activity on the MV-75 program and continues investments in commercial helicopter programs.

Textron (NYSE: TXT) reported third quarter 2025 results with GAAP EPS $1.31 and adjusted EPS $1.55 versus $1.40 a year ago. Revenues were $3.6 billion, up 5% or $175 million year‑over‑year. Backlog rose by $2.2 billion, led by Bell and Textron Systems.

Manufacturing operating cash flow was $348 million (vs $208 million prior year); manufacturing cash flow before pension contributions was $281 million (vs $147 million). Textron repurchased $206 million of shares in Q3 and $635 million YTD. Company reiterated full‑year 2025 GAAP EPS guidance of $5.19–$5.39 and adjusted EPS of $6.00–$6.20, and manufacturing cash flow guidance of $900M–$1.0B.

Textron (NYSE: TXT) appointed Lisa Atherton, currently president and CEO of its Bell segment, as Textron president and CEO effective January 4, 2026; she will join the Board when she assumes the role. On the same date, Scott C. Donnelly will become Executive Chairman and will lead the Board while advising the CEO. The board cited a comprehensive succession process and Atherton’s 18-year tenure and leadership at Bell as factors in the promotion. Donnelly served as CEO for 17 years and will remain involved to support the transition.

Textron (NYSE:TXT) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.02 per share. Payment date: January 1, 2026. Record date: holders of record at the close of business on December 12, 2025 will receive the dividend.