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Citation Longitude Makes First Flight

The new Citation Longitude made a successful maiden flight Saturday. Textron Aviation
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Key Takeaways:

  • Textron Aviation's new Longitude super midsize business jet successfully completed its 2-hour and 2-minute first flight, testing various systems including flaps, landing gear, and stability.
  • The aircraft will undergo further testing to expand its performance envelope and validate systems, with a second production-conforming Longitude set to fly for dedicated systems testing.
  • Key specifications include a 3,400 nm trans-continental range, a top speed of 476 ktas, capacity for up to 10 passengers, a Garmin G5000 touch-screen cockpit, and an in-flight accessible baggage compartment.
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Textron Aviation began the week on uplifting news of Saturday’s successful 2-hour and 2-minute first flight of the company’s new Longitude super midsize business jet.

Rob Mark

Rob Mark is an award-winning journalist, business jet pilot, flight instructor, and blogger.

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