Textron Aviation announced in March that the first four production Cessna Citation Longitude business jets were on the assembly line. This week, the company proudly unveiled the first production Longitude, and the emphasis of the company’s celebration has been on how this super-midsize jet was built.
First Production Cessna Citation Longitude Rolls Out
Key Takeaways:
- Textron Aviation unveiled the first production Cessna Citation Longitude, highlighting its innovative manufacturing processes.
- New techniques, such as monolithic machining and vertical tooling, are being used to improve quality, reduce parts, and enhance the aircraft's maintainability.
- The Longitude is marketed for having the lowest ownership costs in its class and is Textron Aviation's largest business twinjet to date.
- The test program is advancing well, with certification anticipated by the end of the year.
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