Textron Secures Voyager Order, Hits Bell 505 Milestone
Textron subsidiary Pipistrel has signed Epic Flight Academy as the launch customer for its Voyager aircraft, while Bell Textron delivered its 700th Bell 505 helicopter globally.
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Textron subsidiary Pipistrel has signed Epic Flight Academy as the launch customer for its Voyager aircraft, while Bell Textron delivered its 700th Bell 505 helicopter globally.
American Airlines revealed plans for a new Flagship check-in area and the largest Admirals Club lounge at its Fort Worth hub, along with a grab-and-go lounge in Terminal F.
Bell Textron announced the delivery of its 700th Bell 505 helicopter to a private VIP operator during the Farnborough International Airshow 2026.
American Airlines executives outlined plans to boost revenue through cabin renovations, new lounges, and a stronger loyalty program, while acknowledging staffing concerns from the flight attendant union.
Lockheed Martin introduced the MORFIUS X-Rotor microwave platform and PAC-3 ACE interceptor, aiming to lower costs and improve defense capabilities.
Lockheed Martin reports an 8.2% increase in missile defense sales for the first quarter of 2026, driven by new government contracts and rising global demand.
Public records show Bellatis was issued a new sales tax permit in Fort Worth on July 18, 2026.
A new alcohol license application has been recorded for Maria Martinez Carrillo at a Fort Worth address.
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth will add four floors to its Justin Tower and expand its neonatal intensive care unit, with completion expected by 2030.
Public records show a new Texas sales tax permit was issued on July 18, 2026, for 868 Vending LLC at a Fort Worth address.
Shecustomcrafts LLC appears in Texas Comptroller new sales tax permit records dated July 18, 2026.
A new Texas sales tax permit for Crafted In Cowtown appears in state records dated July 18, 2026.
The Department of War has awarded Lockheed Martin a 12-year, $10.5 billion contract to manage logistics and sustainment for U.S. Special Operations Command.
The Department of Defense has authorized over $13 billion in new contracts for Lockheed Martin, covering special operations logistics, F-35 spare parts, and missile systems for Taiwan.
The Pentagon has finalized a $439.4 million production contract with Lockheed Martin to supply ATACMS missiles for Taiwan's HIMARS launchers, with deliveries scheduled through 2031.
Lockheed Martin reports increased sales in its missile division and signed new government agreements to boost production of Patriot and THAAD systems.
Syensqo Composite Materials will provide advanced composites and adhesives for the U.S. Army's MV-75 Cheyenne vertical lift aircraft being developed by Bell Textron in Fort Worth.
PT Solutions has entered a partnership with Texas Health to open new physical therapy clinics in the Fort Worth area.
The agency has placed an order for two SUBARU Bell 412EPX aircraft to expand its wildfire response and rescue capabilities across Texas.
A new TABC alcohol license application for Mdct1 Group LLC has been recorded in Fort Worth.
Ky Dinh Duong Deville, LLC has filed a pending TABC alcohol license application for a Fort Worth address.