Textron Aviation has secured a multi-engine training system (METS) contract from the US Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) via an open competition process.
The US Navy (USN) has selected the Textron King Air 260 to replace the Beechcraft King Air 90 (designated T-44 Pegasus) multi-engine trainer. The initial contract award announced on 25 January orders 10 T-54s for USD113 million, with options.
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