Press Releases | Duncan Aviation

Duncan Aviation's HTF7000 Engine Business Soars, Demonstrating Unmatched Customer Trust and Expertise

February 3, 2026

The most expensive time for a business jet operator is time spent on the ground. Recognizing that every hour counts, Duncan Aviation has elevated its Honeywell HTF7000 series engine program to prioritize one thing: getting customers back in the air faster. With its customer-focused approach and technical leadership, the program has experienced a significant increase in engine events, representing a more than 50% growth rate as more operators choose Duncan Aviation for their critical engine needs.
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Duncan Aviation Enhances In-House Pratt & Whitney Canada Engine Support with Appointment of Dillard Knight

January 29, 2026

Duncan Aviation customers operating Pratt & Whitney Canada PW300 & PW500 engines now have a dedicated in-house expert in their corner. The company has appointed Dillard Knight as its new Engine Technical Representative, a role specifically designed to streamline technical support, reduce downtime, and provide a direct line of communication.
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Duncan Aviation Recognized by Forbes for Earning Customer Trust

January 14, 2026

Duncan Aviation has been named #160 on the 2026 Forbes Most Trusted Companies list, a recognition that reflects the confidence customers place in the company to deliver safe, transparent, and reliable aircraft services—project after project.
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Duncan Aviation Celebrates 70 Years of Business Aviation Excellence in 2026 “The Passion for Aviation. The Heart of a Family.”

January 7, 2026

Duncan Aviation is proud to celebrate its 70th anniversary in 2026, marking seven decades of unwavering dedication to the business aviation community. Since its founding in 1956, Duncan Aviation has grown from a single hangar operation into a global leader in aircraft maintenance, modification, avionics, interiors, and support services — all while staying true to the values of family, passion, and people.
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A CL-604 with a Bite: Duncan Aviation Provo Delivers Shark-Inspired Paint Scheme

November 19, 2025

When a private jet rolled out of Duncan Aviation’s Provo, Utah, paint hangar, it did so with a sleek new look that turns heads and tells a story. The design, created by Duncan Aviation Senior Lead Designer Molly Pfeiffer and brought to life by Paint Layout Technician III Sadie Jones, carries on the owner’s tradition of incorporating shark fins into his fleet—this time in a bold and realistic way.
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Duncan Aviation’s Rapid Response Team Marks 25th Anniversary of Mobile Engine & Airframe Service

November 18, 2025

Duncan Aviation marks the 25th anniversary of its first mobile engine RRT (Rapid Response Team) located at Dallas Love Field.
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Duncan Aviation Welcomes Two New Members to its Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions Team

November 4, 2025

Duncan Aviation is pleased to announce that James Carroll and Kirsten Ehrenfried have joined the company’s respected Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions team. Carroll, based in London and fluent in English, Spanish, and French, will enhance Duncan Aviation’s presence in the EMEA region, working alongside Tim Barber, Aircraft Sales & Acquisitions, and Glyn Tookey, Regional Manager for EMEA & India. Ehrenfried brings valuable experience in Sales and Marketing to her new role as a Market Research Analyst, where she will support the team with detailed market analysis to help clients make informed buying and selling decisions.
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Duncan Aviation Builds State-of-the-Art DOF to Expand Engine Overhaul Services

October 7, 2025

Duncan Aviation is nearing completion on a new 36,000-square-foot Pratt & Whitney Canada DOF (Designated Overhaul Facility) for PW300 and PW500 turbofan engines. The facility's construction and strategic investments in advanced machinery are a significant expansion of the company's turbine engine capabilities, aimed at providing faster and more cost-effective services.
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Duncan Aviation Publishes Updated Straight Talk Book About Navigating a Private Jet Acquisition or Sale

October 6, 2025

Duncan Aviation is pleased to announce the release of its newly updated Straight Talk Book: Navigating a Private Jet Acquisition or Sale. This guide helps business aviation operators, owners, and prospective buyers better understand the often complex process of acquiring or selling a private jet by outlining the most pertinent steps involved.
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Duncan Aviation’s Battle Creek, Michigan, facility approved as FAA Testing Center

October 6, 2025

Duncan Aviation is pleased to announce that its Battle Creek, Michigan, facility has been officially approved as a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Testing Center. Located within Duncan Aviation’s Technical Education Center (TEC), this makes Battle Creek the only Duncan Aviation location with this designation.
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