The End of an Era: Beechcraft Retires the Bonanza and Baron After 80 Years
After more than eight decades of production, Textron Aviation has officially announced the end of the Beechcraft Bonanza and Beechcraft Baron product lines, two of the most iconic piston aircraft in aviation history. The decision, confirmed Thursday, marks the close to a remarkable chapter that began during World War II and shaped general aviation for generations. For many pilots, owners, and aviation enthusiasts, the news is surprising with few aircraft having earned the kind of loyalty, longevity, and respect that the Bonanza and Baron have enjoyed. First introduced in the 1940s, the Bonanza quickly became a symbol of performance and...





