Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 Unveiled at NBAA Preview

The new light jet from Textron Aviation builds on the Gen2 series with an update to Garmin G3000, autothrottle, and cabin enhancements.

Julie Boatman

Monday, October 16, 2023 at 05:39 PM ET

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The flight deck on the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 features updates to the Garmin G3000 suite, including an autothrottle. [Courtesy of Textron Aviation]

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Textron Aviation unveiled the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2, an upgraded light jet building on the popular CJ platform.
The new model features significant enhancements, including an updated Garmin G3000 flight deck with autothrottle, and a modernized cabin based on extensive customer feedback.
Key cabin improvements include increased pilot legroom, advanced connectivity, swivel seating, USB-C power at every seat, and an externally serviceable lavatory with natural light.
Private jet services provider flyExclusive has been announced as the launch customer, with the CJ3 Gen2 expected to enter service in 2025.

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In a preview event in September, Textron Aviation unveiled its latest addition to the Gen2 series, the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2. The new light jet builds on the popular CJ platform with an update to Garmin G3000, autothrottle, and multiple enhancements to the flight deck and cabin interior.

The CJ3 Gen2 mock-up will be featured on the static display at the National Business Aviation Association’s Business Aviation Conference & Expo this week in Las Vegas.