Beechcraft Demos New Multi-mission King Air Aircraft at Paris Air Show 2025

Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, is showcasing its new multi-mission Beechcraft King Air demonstration aircraft for the first time in Europe at the 2025 Paris Air Show.

The versatile aircraft is on static display at the Textron Pavilion A2 from Monday, June 16, through Thursday, June 19.

Designed to highlight a wide spectrum of government, military, and commercial mission capabilities, the latest King Air variant arrives equipped with a suite of special mission enhancements. The aircraft includes extended range fuel tanks, a factory-installed extended nose for sensor systems, wing hardpoints, and a cargo door that supports both freight and medevac configurations.

The aircraft on display features PT6A-67A engines with dual oil coolers for hot and high performance and strong climb and cruise capabilities. Inside, the cabin is outfitted with a mission rack, OEM VIP seating, and LifePort options for medical evacuations. The cockpit is night-vision compatible, supporting operations in varied environments.

Textron says this version of the King Air is tailored for missions including intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), air ambulance, utility transport, and pilot training. The model features a lift kit to accommodate retractable EO/IR sensors, enhancing surveillance functions.