Textron Inc.'s subsidiary Pipistrel has achieved a significant regulatory milestone as the Colombian Civil Aviation Authority, Aerocivil, issued type certification for the Pipistrel Explorer, Velis Club, and X-Eye aircraft. This marks the first time an organization has received Colombian Aeronautical Regulation-Very Light Aircraft (RAC-VLA) type-certification from Aerocivil. The approval enables Pipistrel to expand its presence in Colombia, allowing local customers to operate these aircraft and providing a pathway for entry into other markets with similar regulations. No grant or funding involving multiple organizations is mentioned.