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Cessna Citation Ascend Test Program Soars Ahead as Second Flight Test Article Successfully Takes Flight

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Jeudi, juin 13, 2024

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Textron Aviation today announced the successful flight of its second Cessna Citation Ascend flight test article (P1) as certification momentum builds for the newest Citation business jet.

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Textron Aviation today announced the successful flight of its second Cessna Citation Ascend flight test article (P1) as certification momentum builds for the newest Citation business jet.
The milestone flight follows the Ascend prototype, which completed its first flight in 2023 marking the P1 aircraft the first conforming production flight test aircraft.
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Textron Aviation | Cessna Citation Ascend P1 (Photo: Business Wire)
The Cessna Citation Ascend is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc. , a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
"Today’s successful flight of the second Citation Ascend test article marks another achievement for the program, and that’s a testament to the many great employees involved with this project,” said Chris Hearne, senior vice president, Engineering.

Textron Aviation expands presence in Australia to modernize facilities and increase parts in region, announces name change of Premiair Aviation Maintenance

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Mercredi, juin 12, 2024

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Textron Aviation announced today the company is expanding its footprint in Australia to modernize facilities and increase Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker parts availability in the region.

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Textron Aviation announced today the company is expanding its footprint in Australia to modernize facilities and increase Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker parts availability in the region.
In addition, Premiair Aviation Maintenance, an Australian service center acquired by Textron Aviation in 2020, has changed its name to Textron Aviation Australia Pty Ltd. to fully integrate the Perth, Gold Coast and Melbourne facilities into the company’s comprehensive global service network.
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Textron Aviation expands presence in Australia to modernize facilities and increase parts in region, announces name change of Premiair Aviation Maintenance.
Textron Aviation acquired Premiair Aviation Maintenance in 2020 as part of its commitment to offering customers factory-direct maintenance and support globally.

Private Jet Center (PJC) in Partnership with Jets.com Announces Purchase of New Citation XLS Gen2 Aircraft

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Jeudi, mai 30, 2024

Private Jet Center (PJC), a Pittsburgh based aircraft management company, in conjunction with its strategic partner Jets.com , a leading global private aviation company, is proud to announce a purchase agreement for two new Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 aircraft from Textron Aviation.

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Private Jet Center (PJC), a Pittsburgh based aircraft management company, in conjunction with its strategic partner Jets.com , a leading global private aviation company, is proud to announce a purchase agreement for two new Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 aircraft from Textron Aviation.
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“We are excited to add the Citation XLS Gen2 to our fleet,” said Clayton Pegher, CEO of Private Jet Center .
This new collaboration between PJC and Jets.com offers synergies and benefits to both firms’ clients — and will include access to the new Citation XLS Gen2 aircraft.
“We are thrilled to support Private Jet Center’s acquisition of these new aircraft," stated Daniel Satterlund, COO of Jets.com .

Milestone 400th Cessna Citation Latitude Production Rollout Emphasizes Its Leading Position in the Midsize Business Jet Market

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Mardi, mai 28, 2024

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Textron Aviation today announced that the 400th Cessna Citation Latitude business jet has rolled out of production at the company’s factory in Wichita, Kansas, and is expected to be delivered later this year.

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Textron Aviation today announced that the 400th Cessna Citation Latitude business jet has rolled out of production at the company’s factory in Wichita, Kansas, and is expected to be delivered later this year.
Employees recognized the milestone with a special celebration at the company’s headquarters in Wichita.
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Textron Aviation | 400th Cessna Citation Latitude (Photo: Business Wire)
The Cessna Citation Latitude midsize business jet is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc. , a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
"The Citation Latitude has redefined aircraft performance, efficiency and cabin experience,” said Todd McKee, senior vice president, Integrated Supply Chain.

Best-Selling Cessna Citation Latitude and Flagship Citation Longitude to Offer New Advanced Avionics Features

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Lundi, mai 27, 2024

Textron Aviation today announced advanced Garmin G5000 avionics enhancements coming to the best-selling mid-size business jet, the Cessna Citation Latitude, and the flagship of the Citation family of jets, the Citation Longitude.

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Textron Aviation today announced advanced Garmin G5000 avionics enhancements coming to the best-selling mid-size business jet, the Cessna Citation Latitude, and the flagship of the Citation family of jets, the Citation Longitude.
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Textron Aviation | Cessna Citation Jets (Photo: Business Wire)
The Cessna Citation Latitude and Cessna Citation Longitude are designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
Cessna Citation jets are versatile and reliable business tools that enable customers to fulfil a wide range of missions.
The Citation Longitude is equally designed around the pilot experience, passenger comfort and overall performance, delivering an aircraft that lives up to its designation as the flagship of the Citation family of business jets.

Cessna SkyCourier Earns FAA Certification for New Combi Option, Bringing Further Innovation and Functionality to Cargo and Passenger Transport

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Lundi, mai 20, 2024

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Textron Aviation today announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted certification of a new Combi interior conversion option for the passenger variant of the twin-engine, Cessna SkyCourier turboprop aircraft.

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Textron Aviation today announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted certification of a new Combi interior conversion option for the passenger variant of the twin-engine, Cessna SkyCourier turboprop aircraft.
The Combi option enables operators to transport nine passengers and cargo simultaneously.
Deliveries of Cessna SkyCourier passenger units with the Combi option included are slated to begin later this year.
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Textron Aviation | Cessna SkyCourier (Photo: Business Wire)
The Cessna SkyCourier is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company.

Data Communications Upgrade for Hawker 4000 Business Jets Earns STC Approval

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Mardi, mai 14, 2024

Textron Aviation today announced the Federal Aviation Administration has granted supplemental type certification (STC) approval of a fully integrated Future Air Navigation System (FANS) and Protected Mode Controller Pilot Data Link Communication (PM-CPDLC) program for Hawker 4000 aircraft equipped with the Honeywell PRIMUS EPIC integrated cockpit.

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Textron Aviation today announced the Federal Aviation Administration has granted supplemental type certification (STC) approval of a fully integrated Future Air Navigation System (FANS) and Protected Mode Controller Pilot Data Link Communication (PM-CPDLC) program for Hawker 4000 aircraft equipped with the Honeywell PRIMUS EPIC integrated cockpit.
This program allows pilots to communicate more easily with air traffic controllers and utilize the most current Data Link services offered in North America and Europe.
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The Federal Aviation Administration has granted supplemental type certification (STC) approval for a data communications upgrade for Hawker 4000 business jets.
“The new cockpit technology upgrade for Hawker 4000 business jets reduces pilot workload and offers improved efficiency,” said Brian Rohloff, senior vice president, Customer Support.

Surf Air Mobility Reports First Quarter Revenue Growth Above Guidance and Announces CEO Transition

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Mardi, mai 14, 2024

Surf Air Mobility Inc. (NYSE: SRFM), a leading regional air mobility platform, today reported its first quarter 2024 results.

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Surf Air Mobility Inc. (NYSE: SRFM), a leading regional air mobility platform, today reported its first quarter 2024 results.
Surf Air Mobility Inc. today announced that Southern Airways founder and current Surf Air CEO Stan Little will transition to a “Founder’s” role.
“Once again, Surf Air Mobility achieved many of our goals in the first quarter, while also meeting or beating guidance.
Surf Air Mobility will provide full-year 2024 guidance at its Investor Day to be held in the third quarter of 2024.

Cessna Citation Ascend Program Advances With Successful Certification Tests and Extensive Flight Testing

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Lundi, mai 13, 2024

Textron Aviation today announced the continued advancement of the Cessna Citation Ascend program following the successful completion by the prototype aircraft of numerous certification tests and more than 350 flight test hours.

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Textron Aviation today announced the continued advancement of the Cessna Citation Ascend program following the successful completion by the prototype aircraft of numerous certification tests and more than 350 flight test hours.
The Citation Ascend business jet was unveiled during the 2023 European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) and the aircraft is expected to enter into service in 2025.
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Textron Aviation | Cessna Citation Ascend (Photo: Business Wire)
The Cessna Citation business jet family is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc. , a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
“With the prototype aircraft’s successful completion of rigorous certification tests and over 350 flight test hours, we are confident in the development progress of the Citation Ascend,” said Chris Hearne, senior vice president, Engineering & Programs.

RTX's Pratt & Whitney receives Transport Canada type certification for PW545D engine

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Lundi, mai 13, 2024

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LONGUEUIL, Quebec, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney Canada's PW545D engine is one step closer to entry into service with type certification granted May 9 by Transport Canada Civil Aviation. In May 2023, Textron Aviation announced its new Cessna Citation Ascend business jet would be powered by twin PW545D engines. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business.

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Engine selected to power Textron Aviation's business jet delivers improved specific fuel consumption, greater thrust and extended time between overhauls
LONGUEUIL, Quebec, May 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt & Whitney Canada's PW545D engine is one step closer to entry into service with type certification granted May 9 by Transport Canada Civil Aviation.
In May 2023 , Textron Aviation announced its new Cessna Citation Ascend business jet would be powered by twin PW545D engines.
"As the latest derivative in the PW500 engine family, we look forward to the Ascend's entry into service," said Cedric Gauthier, vice president, Sales and Marketing, General Aviation, Pratt & Whitney Canada.
In addition to a family of business jets, Textron Aviation also manufactures twin- and single-engine turboprops, many of which are powered by Pratt & Whitney Canada engines.