
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has announced that its new multi-mission Beechcraft King Air demonstration aircraft will make its European debut at the 2025 Paris Air Show. Designed to showcase the platform’s versatility across various mission types, the aircraft will be on static display at the Textron Pavilion A2 from Monday, June 16 to Thursday, June 19.
Versatile Special Mission Capabilities
Textron Aviation is a trusted provider of critical airborne solutions for government, military, and commercial clients. The showcased King Air features extended range fuel tanks, a factory-installed extended utility nose supporting sensor payloads up to 20 inches, wing hardpoint provisions, a retractable lift kit, and a cargo door adaptable for air ambulance or freight missions.
The aircraft is powered by PT6A-67A engines with dual oil coolers, offering strong performance in high-altitude and hot-weather conditions, along with rapid climb rates and efficient cruising speeds.
Inside, the King Air is equipped with a mission rack and computer, VIP seating from the OEM, LifePort medical stretcher, and versatile mission seating options from AvFab and LifePort. The cockpit is Night Vision Imaging System (NVIS) compatible.
King Air’s Legacy
With over 7,800 King Air turboprops delivered since 1964, this is the world’s best-selling turboprop business aircraft family. The global fleet has surpassed 66 million flight hours, serving in military, commercial, and special mission roles.
Textron Aviation arrives at the Paris Air Show as a market leader, with more than 1,700 Cessna and Beechcraft turbine aircraft in Europe and over 255,000 aircraft delivered worldwide, including nearly 200 active turbine aircraft in France across diverse missions.