Cessna Citation family

Enhanced Cessna High-Wing Piston Aircraft Enter into Service Following First Deliveries

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Air, Transport, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Transportation, Travel, Aircraft, Textron Aviation, SUN, Skyhawk, Cessna Citation family, Aviation, Cessna 182 Skylane, Cessna 172, Investment, Multimedia, HD, Textron, Airline

Textron Aviation today announced the entry into service of its enhanced Cessna Skyhawk , Cessna Skylane, Turbo Skylane and Turbo Stationair HD following first deliveries for each aircraft.

Key Points: 
  • Textron Aviation today announced the entry into service of its enhanced Cessna Skyhawk , Cessna Skylane, Turbo Skylane and Turbo Stationair HD following first deliveries for each aircraft.
  • These latest product investments aim to provide a modern and stylish tone that aligns with the newest Cessna Citation jets, while maintaining the renowned comfort, durability and performance of the iconic Cessna piston lineup.
  • "These enhancements to the iconic Cessna piston family offer improved comfort, functionality and style,” said Chris Crow, vice president, Piston Sales.
  • Textron Aviation's investment in the Cessna piston aircraft lineup demonstrates the company’s continued enthusiasm and support for pilots worldwide, whether they are pursuing training ambitions or planning their next adventure.

Garmin unveils complete avionics modernization program for Cessna Citation CJ2

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Aircraft, Automation, Temperature, Data, PFD, Altitude, Database, VNAV, SVT, EDM, Cell, Cessna Citation family, GWX, Wi-Fi, LTE, Lightning, GDL, Internet, Citation, STC, GFC, Aviation, Blog, GPS, GRMN, Marketing, Weather, MFD, EIS, TXI, Radar, Safety, VFR, FLC, Music, GSR, Aircraft pilot, Federal Aviation Administration, CJ2, GTN, Map, HSI, Government, Sirius XM, Satellite navigation device

OLATHE, Kan., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced an upcoming Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certification (STC) for the Cessna Citation CJ2, creating an all-Garmin integrated solution for the popular light jet. As a complete upgrade for the original flight deck, Garmin's industry-leading avionics solutions will fully replace the legacy systems, modernizing the airplane and reducing pilot workload by bringing new capabilities and safety-enhancing technologies. The all-Garmin retrofit will include TXi™ flight displays, GTN™ Xi navigators, GFC™ 600 digital autopilot and several more optional upgrades.

Key Points: 
  • –Carl Wolf, Garmin Vice President of Aviation Sales and Marketing
    Specifically tailored to the CJ2 airframe and operator, the all-Garmin avionics upgrade program transforms the current fragmented avionics architecture to an integrated cockpit experience.
  • PlaneSync automatically downloads avionics database updates2 and leverages high-speed integration amongst the avionics to quickly synchronize updates across the displays.
  • The full retrofit solution in the Cessna Citation CJ2 is expected to be available in Q2 of 2024 through Garmin Authorized Dealer network.
  • Garmin plans to certify a similar avionics upgrade program for the Cessna Citation CJ1.To learn more, visit Garmin.com/CJ2 .

Textron Aviation announces Hahn Air as Citation CJ3 Gen2 European launch customer

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Other Defense, Other Energy, Professional Services, Energy, Defense, Insurance, Chemicals, Plastics, Air, Transport, Finance, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Textron Aviation, NYSE, Multimedia, Textron, National Business Aviation Association, Cessna Citation Latitude, Atmosphere of Earth, Citation, Cessna Citation family, Hahn Air, Aircraft, Aviation, Airline

Textron Aviation today announced that Hahn Air has entered into a purchase agreement to be the European launch customer for the just-announced Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 .

Key Points: 
  • Textron Aviation today announced that Hahn Air has entered into a purchase agreement to be the European launch customer for the just-announced Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231024909345/en/
    Photo of representatives from Textron Aviation and Hahn Air (left to right: Ron Draper, Textron Aviation; Captain Daniel Rudas, Hahn Air) (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 and Cessna Citation Latitude are designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • The new Citation Latitude and CJ3 Gen2 will replace Hahn Air’s existing Citation Latitude and CJ3+.
  • “We are proud to continue our long-lasting relationship with Textron Aviation,” said Captain Daniel Rudas, general manager and COO, Hahn Air.

Textron Aviation names flyExclusive fleet launch customer for newly-announced Citation CJ3 Gen2

Retrieved on: 
Monday, October 16, 2023
Other Defense, Professional Services, Alternative Energy, Energy, Defense, Chemicals, Plastics, Insurance, Air, Transport, Automotive Manufacturing, Finance, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Multimedia, Flight operations quality assurance, NYSE, Global Sales Law Project, Cessna, Citation, Aircraft, Travel, Henderson Executive Airport, Aviation, Cessna Citation Sovereign, Cessna Citation X, Textron, National Business Aviation Association, News, Henderson, Textron Aviation, NBAA, Cessna Citation family, Airline

Textron Aviation , a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced that flyExclusive has been named the fleet launch customer for the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 .

Key Points: 
  • Textron Aviation , a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced that flyExclusive has been named the fleet launch customer for the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231016424092/en/
    Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 flyExclusive (Photo: Business Wire)
    "We are thrilled to announce flyExclusive as the fleet launch customer for the Citation CJ3 Gen2, the latest addition to the industry-leading Citation family,” said Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Global Sales and Flight Operations.
  • flyExclusive operates a fleet of Cessna Citation jets including Citation X, Citation Sovereign, Citation Excel/ XLS, Citation CJ3 /CJ3+ and Citation Encore / Encore+ aircraft models.
  • “We take pride in being the fleet launch customer for the Citation CJ3 Gen 2, building on our decades-long relationship with Textron Aviation.

Textron Aviation Continues Investment in Bestselling Cessna Citation Business Jets With Introduction of New Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2

Retrieved on: 
Monday, October 16, 2023
Transportation, Chemicals, Plastics, Automotive Manufacturing, Other Energy, Aerospace, Travel, Manufacturing, Finance, Energy, Professional Services, Air, Defense, Transport, Other Defense, Multimedia, Flight operations quality assurance, NYSE, Garmin G3000, Plant, SAF, Customer experience, Wind, Global Sales Law Project, Cessna, Mechanics, Citation, Aviation biofuel, Cessna CitationJet/M2, Aircraft, Electricity, Henderson Executive Airport, Water supply, Textron Aviation, Aviation, Environment, Textron, Coffee, National Business Aviation Association, Henderson, CJ3, Relaxation, Cessna Citation family, Ice, Beechcraft, Jet fuel, Airline, Baggage

Textron Aviation today announced the newest Cessna Citation business jet in the company’s legendary lineup — the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2.

Key Points: 
  • Textron Aviation today announced the newest Cessna Citation business jet in the company’s legendary lineup — the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231015108812/en/
    Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • “The Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 is our most comprehensive Gen2 product announcement yet, offering customers proven performance, leading edge technology and an unmatched cabin experience,” said Ron Draper, President and CEO, Textron Aviation.
  • “We look forward to exceeding their expectations again with the new Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2.”
    Like all Cessna and Beechcraft turbine products, the Citation CJ3 Gen2 will be able to operate using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).

Cessna Citation Longitude Reaches 100th Delivery, Marking Significant Milestone for the Clean-Sheet Super-Midsize Jet

Retrieved on: 
Monday, October 9, 2023
Other Defense, Other Energy, Professional Services, Energy, Defense, Chemicals, Plastics, Insurance, Air, Transport, Automotive Manufacturing, Finance, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Citation, Textron, Aviation, Multimedia, Flight operations quality assurance, NYSE, Textron Aviation, Cessna Citation Longitude, Cessna Citation family, Global Sales Law Project, Cessna, Airline

Textron Aviation today announced that it has delivered the 100th flagship Cessna Citation Longitude business jet to a longtime Citation customer.

Key Points: 
  • Textron Aviation today announced that it has delivered the 100th flagship Cessna Citation Longitude business jet to a longtime Citation customer.
  • Textron Aviation employees celebrated this significant milestone with a special celebration at the company’s headquarters in Wichita.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231009253529/en/
    The Cessna Citation Longitude super-midsize business jet is designed, produced and delivered by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • No other super-midsize business jet offers more range, greater payload or higher cruise speed at a lower direct operating cost.

Cessna Citation XLS+ and XLS Gen2 avionics upgrade to Garmin G5000 integrated flight deck will soon be available at Textron Aviation Service Centers

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Other Professional Services, Chemicals, Plastics, Other Energy, Insurance, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Finance, Automotive, Energy, Professional Services, Defense, Other Defense, Other Automotive, Other Manufacturing, Beechcraft, Database, Maintenance, Cessna Citation Excel, Customer support, Altitude, Aviation, Citation, Airport, Cessna Citation family, AOG, Multimedia, USP, Aircraft, G5000, FAA, Textron Aviation, Textron, AFCS, EDM, Cessna, NYSE, XLS, Airline, Satellite navigation device, Hawker

Textron Aviation today announced that the Garmin G5000 integrated flight deck will soon be available for the Cessna Citation XLS+ and XLS Gen2 and available for installation at Textron Aviation Service Centers, following supplemental type certification approval by the FAA anticipated in the first half of 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Textron Aviation today announced that the Garmin G5000 integrated flight deck will soon be available for the Cessna Citation XLS+ and XLS Gen2 and available for installation at Textron Aviation Service Centers, following supplemental type certification approval by the FAA anticipated in the first half of 2024.
  • The G5000 avionics upgrade modernizes the cockpit and addresses the evolution of FAA airspace, while also offering a lower cost of operation.
  • The G5000 upgrade installation on the Citation XLS+ and XLS Gen2 includes a fully digital Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS), offering precise performance throughout the aircraft’s flight envelope.
  • To learn more about modernizing their existing aircraft with this advanced avionics suite, customers can contact Textron Aviation or visit https://upgrades.txtav.com/ .

Textron Aviation Delivers the First Flagship Cessna Citation Longitude Registered in Mexico

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 6, 2023
General Automotive, Chemicals, Plastics, Other Energy, Insurance, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Finance, Other Transport, Automotive, Energy, Professional Services, Air, Transport, Other Manufacturing, Cessna Citation Longitude, Travel, AFAC, Longitude, Aviation, Citation, Cessna Citation family, Multimedia, Certification, Textron Aviation, EDM, Flight operations quality assurance, Cessna, NYSE, Global Sales Law Project, Aircraft, Airline, 3D printing, Textron

Textron Aviation today announced that it has delivered the first flagship Cessna Citation Longitude business jet registered in Mexico to a customer who plans to utilize the aircraft for business travel throughout Mexico and North America.

Key Points: 
  • Textron Aviation today announced that it has delivered the first flagship Cessna Citation Longitude business jet registered in Mexico to a customer who plans to utilize the aircraft for business travel throughout Mexico and North America.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230706279067/en/
    The Cessna Citation Longitude is a super-midsize business jet designed, produced and delivered by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron company.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Cessna Citation Longitude super-midsize business jet is designed, produced and delivered by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • Longitude owners and operators in Mexico can appreciate city pairs such as Monterrey, Mexico to Asuncion, Paraguay; Toluca, Mexico to Belem, Brazil; and with only one stop, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico to Tokyo, Japan.

Textron Aviation celebrates its 100th flagship Cessna Citation Longitude production unit

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
Professional Services, Automotive, Transportation, Travel, Other Energy, Engineering, Air, Energy, Chemicals, Plastics, Transport, Other Defense, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Other Automotive, Defense, Insurance, Finance, Cessna Citation Longitude, Textron, Aviation, Citation, Cessna Citation family, Multimedia, Certification, FAA, Textron Aviation, EDM, Cessna, NYSE, Aircraft, Airline

Textron Aviation today announced that the 100th production unit of the company’s flagship Cessna Citation Longitude business jet rolled out of the factory and is expected to deliver later this year.

Key Points: 
  • Textron Aviation today announced that the 100th production unit of the company’s flagship Cessna Citation Longitude business jet rolled out of the factory and is expected to deliver later this year.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230522005519/en/
    100th Cessna Citation Longitude (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Cessna Citation Longitude super-midsize business jet is designed, produced and delivered by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • “The Citation Longitude has redefined its category with class-leading performance, efficiency and an unrivaled cabin experience,” said Ron Draper, president and CEO, Textron Aviation.
  • The Citation Longitude gained FAA certification in September 2019 and Textron Aviation began customer deliveries soon after.

Textron Aviation Unveils Newest Addition to Bestselling Business Jet Family: Cessna Citation Ascend

Retrieved on: 
Monday, May 22, 2023
Air, Transport, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Transportation, Travel, Aircraft, Wi-Fi, Aviation, Cessna Citation Latitude, Electricity, USB, FADEC, Temperature, Ascend, Customer experience, APU, Acquisition, Auxiliary power unit, Heat, Environment, Cessna, NYSE, Self-management, Software, Pratt & Whitney, RE100, Mechanics, Noise, Feedback, Citation, Certification, Work, Textron, Aviation biofuel, Honeywell, XL, Flight operations quality assurance, Global Sales Law Project, Optionally piloted vehicle, Customer, Customer advisory council, Bon Jovi, Multimedia, Beechcraft, Garmin, EBACE, Paint, SAF, Cessna Citation family, Cessna Citation Longitude, Wind, Plant, Textron Aviation, Airline, Jet fuel, Instrumentation, Exhibition

Textron Aviation announced today the newest Cessna Citation business jet in the legendary 560XL series — the Cessna Citation Ascend .

Key Points: 
  • Textron Aviation announced today the newest Cessna Citation business jet in the legendary 560XL series — the Cessna Citation Ascend .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230520005038/en/
    The Cessna Citation business jet family is designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc. , a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • “On behalf of our teams, we are proud to announce the latest innovation in the Citation family — the new Cessna Citation Ascend.
  • EBACE attendees can preview the Citation Ascend interior mock-up at Textron Aviation booth T-26 during the show.