Air Capital Aviation Report

Aviation and Aerospace News from Wichita, the Air Capital of the World. Reporting on current events and news of interest to national and global aviation audiences.

Editor Carl Chance, Wings Over Kansas' aviation & aerospace correspondent, former news consultant and producer for Wingspan Air & Space Channel.

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Hawker Beechcraft Signs Contract with Mexican Air Force for Six T-6C+ Trainers

Hawker Beechcraft Defense Company (HBDC) today announced the first sale of its new Beechcraft T-6C+ military trainer to the Mexican Air Force (FAM). The T-6C+, an enhanced version of the T-6 military trainer aircraft, is capable of carrying external stores and delivering practice weapons for training purposes.

Boeing to Close Wichita Facility by the End of 2013

Defense budget reductions, limited opportunities for new work and competitive cost structure driving need to close facility

Hawker Beechcraft Requests Review of U.S. Air Force Light Air Support Contract Bidding Process

Following the notification last week that Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC) was excluded from the Light Air Support (LAS) bidding process, the company has requested that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) review the Air Force’s decision.

Our New Cyber Engagement Center: Boeing

On Tuesday, Oct. 25, we are excited to open Boeing's Cyber Engagement Center, the next step in working with our customers to develop the innovative solutions needed to protect critical networks, infrastructure, and mobile environments.

Hawker Beechcraft Delivers 100th U.S. Navy Beechcraft T-6B

Hawker Beechcraft Defense Company (HBDC) today announced the delivery of the 100th Beechcraft T-6B trainer to the U.S. Navy

Remembering 9/11: A few Thoughts & Feelings, A Decade Later

As I reflected back on those horrendous events while watching a video production of Flight 93, feelings welled up in the very depths of my soul and my emotions virtually erupted in a sobbing cascade of tears.

National Aviation Day!

August 19, 2011, Wichita, Kansas: It is of historical significance to note that the United States commemorated its 72nd-annual National Aviation Day on August 19th, 2011.

Air show to include world-class performers and 'fun' activities!

The City of Wichita is pleased to present the 2011 Wichita Flight Festival Aug. 20-21 at Colonel James Jabara Airport

Boeing Tanker Contract to ‘Fuel’ U.S. Industry & Jobs!

The Boeing Company [NYSE: BA] announced on June 22, 2011, the nationwide supplier team that will provide key components for the U.S. Air Force's KC-46 Tanker.

Air Capital Report, June 6, 2011

Cessna and Hawker in the news

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