A major milestone has been achieved for Textron Aviation’s Cessna Citation Longitude as it received provisional type certification from the FAA. This is the final step toward full certification and it allows Cessna to conduct flight training in the super midsize business jet to prepare customers for the first deliveries, expected to take place early next year.
Cessna Citation Longitude Achieves Provisional Type Certificate
Key Takeaways:
- Textron Aviation's Cessna Citation Longitude received provisional type certification from the FAA, marking the final step before full certification and allowing customer flight training for deliveries expected early next year.
- The super midsize business jet completed an extensive flight test program with over 4,050 hours and boasts a 3,500 nm range, a spacious 6-foot flat-floor cabin, and advanced passenger controls.
- Equipped with a Garmin G5000 flight deck, integrated autothrottles, and efficient Honeywell engines, the Longitude is designed for low operating costs with extended 800-hour/18-month maintenance intervals.
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