Textron Aviation’s Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen3 prototype recently made its debut test flight. [Credit: Textron Aviation]
Key Takeaways:
Textron Aviation's entire next-generation Cessna Citation light jet family (M2 Gen3, CJ3 Gen3, CJ4 Gen3) is now in flight testing, following the CJ3 Gen3's recent debut flight.
These new models will feature advanced avionics like Garmin Autothrottle and Emergency Autoland, with the CJ4 Gen3 expected by late 2024 and the M2 Gen3 and CJ3 Gen3 aiming for 2027 certification.
All three of Textron Aviation’s next-generation Cessna Citation light jets are now in flight testing.
Textron said Wednesday that its first CJ3 Gen3 prototype aircraft recently made its debut test flight, joining the company’s other two forthcoming light jets, the M2 Gen3 and CJ4 Gen3.
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Jack is a staff writer covering advanced air mobility, including everything from drones to unmanned aircraft systems to space travel—and a whole lot more. He spent close to two years reporting on drone delivery for FreightWaves, covering the biggest news and developments in the space and connecting with industry executives and experts. Jack is also a basketball aficionado, a frequent traveler and a lover of all things logistics.
