Soaring to New Heights: Textron Aviation Launches Beechcraft King Air 360C to Revolutionize Air Ambulance in Greece
Textron Aviation has today unveiled the handover of a Beechcraft King Air 360C aircraft designed to bolster Greece’s air ambulance services. The recently launched King Air 360C will join the current fleet of two Beechcraft King Air 350C turboprops already operational and will be stationed at Elefsis Airbase in Greece.
The Beechcraft King Air 360C is engineered and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., which is a subsidiary of Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT).
“The King Air 360C will significantly enhance Greece’s ability to provide emergency medical services, ensuring that patients receive swift and reliable air transport from remote areas to central medical facilities throughout Greece and Europe,” remarked Bob Gibbs, vice president, Special Mission Sales. “This aircraft is equipped with cutting-edge medical technology and is ready to function in diverse and challenging environments.”
The air ambulance adaptation was completed by Fargo Jet Center at its specialized mission aircraft modification facility situated at Hector International Airport in Fargo, North Dakota.
“At Fargo Jet Center, we take immense pride in delivering mission-ready aircraft tailored to fulfill the unique requirements of every operator,” stated Darren Hall, vice president, Business Development, Fargo Jet Center. “For this King Air 360C, our team worked closely with the customer and Spectrum Aeromed to integrate sophisticated medical systems and design a custom interior that enhances patient care and crew efficiency. This aircraft showcases the highest standards of reliability and innovation in air medical transport.”
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When governmental, military, and commercial entities require aerial solutions for critical missions, they turn to Textron Aviation. The company’s aviation products provide the exceptional performance and flight capabilities necessary to address the specific challenges associated with special missions operations. With unmatched quality, versatility, and low operating costs, Textron Aviation offerings are ideal for air ambulance, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR); utility transport, aerial surveying, flight assessments; training, and a wide array of other specialized operations.
