Raytheon Aircraft Company (RAC), with 2005 sales of $2.9 billion, received the largest commercial order in the company’s history in the fourth quarter of 2005. NetJets Inc. ordered 50 of RAC’s new Hawker 4000 super-midsize jets and a 10-year maintenance program, valued at more than $1 billion.

“In addition to the innovative design and superior performance of the Hawker 4000, Raytheon Aircraft Company’s commitment to customer service and quality aircraft were key factors in our decision to purchase the aircraft,” said Richard Santulli, Chairman, NetJets Inc. Similar customer responses led the company to increase its production rates in 2005, resulting in double-digit growth for the second straight year.

Employees received affirmation in 2005 that their product development and focus on customer service are returning the company to preeminence in the industry. RAC introduced as many new and derivative models in 2005 as in the previous 10 years combined, and both the Beechcraft and Hawker brands improved their scores in industry service and support surveys.