Textron Aviation has opened a new service facility at Essendon Fields Airport in Melbourne, Australia, doubling the space of its previous operation to more than 35,000 square feet (3,343 square meters).
The facility supports Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft operating across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, where over 1,400 such planes are in service. It includes a parts stockroom for faster shipping and an improved customer lounge.
Construction began in March 2025, with full operations expected by early 2026. The expanded site aims to reduce aircraft downtime through quicker scheduling.
Textron Aviation maintains additional service centers in Australia at Jandakot Airport near Perth and Gold Coast Airport. These locations, along with the Melbourne facility, provide maintenance, modifications and overhaul services for the APAC region.
The centers hold Civil Aviation Safety Authority certification for Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker turbine models. Premiair Aviation Maintenance, an authorized service facility, also supports these aircraft types at multiple Australian sites including Perth, Melbourne and Gold Coast.