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, paving the way for first deliveries early next year.
- The certification follows over 1,650 test flights and a world tour, demonstrating the aircraft's 3,500 nm range and capabilities.
- Despite a slightly slower cruise speed than the Citation X+, the Longitude offers a significantly more spacious and comfortable cabin with enhanced passenger amenities.
- The Longitude features advanced technology including Garmin's G5000 flight deck, a high-speed internet connection, and low operating costs due to extended maintenance intervals.
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