Textron Aviation Appoints Brian Rohloff as Its New President & CEO
General aviation is about to witness one of the most significant leadership changes in recent years. Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) has officially announced the appointment of Brian Rohloff as the President and CEO of its Textron Aviation segment. The change will take effect from August 31, 2026. Rohloff will be succeeding Ron Draper, who is retiring after a dedicated service of over 27 years with Textron, including an eight-year tenure as the head of Textron Aviation.
With a 29-year career within Textron Aviation, Rohloff brings a wealth of experience spanning manufacturing, quality, sales, and customer support. His most recent role was the Senior Vice President of Customer Support, where he oversaw the company’s global support operations. His impressive resume also includes positions such as Vice President of Quality, Vice President of Sales, and Senior Product Director for the Citation XLS+ and Citation X programs.
“Brian is a proven leader who brings a deep understanding of our business, our products, our customers and our industry,” said Lisa Atherton, President and CEO of Textron Inc. Draper will continue to serve the Wichita-based company as a senior advisor till the end of 2026, ensuring a smooth transition. One of Rohloff’s initial priorities will be to guide the Beechcraft Denali turboprop, which has logged over 4,100 test hours, towards its expected 2027 entry into service.
Source: AviTrader – Brian Rohloff Succeeds Ron Draper as President and CEO of Textron Aviation