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.
Citation Longitude Makes First Flight
Key Takeaways:
- Textron Aviation's new Longitude super midsize business jet successfully completed its 2-hour and 2-minute first flight on Saturday, with pilots testing key systems like flaps, landing gear, and pressurization.
- The initial airframe will be used for further performance envelope expansion, while a second production-conforming aircraft will focus on systems testing in the coming weeks.
- Powered by twin Honeywell HTF7700L engines, the Longitude boasts a 3,400 nautical mile trans-continental range at M0.80 and a top speed of 476 knots true airspeed.
- Key features include a flat-floor cabin accommodating up to 10 passengers, a Garmin G5000 touch-screen cockpit, and a 110-cubic-foot baggage compartment accessible in-flight.
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