Textron Aviation has entered service with its newest private jet model, the Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2, following FAA certification in October 2025. The aircraft features enhanced capabilities, including Garmin autothrottle technology and a fully customizable cabin environment.
Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 enters into service, delivering significant upgrades driven by customer feedback. Launch customers Dave Mecartney and Shannon Day took delivery of their new aircraft this week.
The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is urging immediate action after two fatal Hawker business jet crashes during required post-maintenance stall test flights. The NTSB found that pilot training and qualification standards are being questioned, and manufacturer guidance on handling unexpected stall behavior is lacking.
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has announced Prent Corporation will serve as Dove 1 for the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift arrivals, marking the first aircraft to land at St. Paul Downtown Airport Holman Field on Friday, June 19, 2026.
Textron Aviation has officially delivered the first Cessna Citation Ascend private jet to its first customer. The aircraft features Garmin G5000 avionics and Pratt & Whitney Canada PW45D engines, and was granted type certification by the FAA in November 2025.
Cessna Citation Ascend enters service with its first delivery on December 30, 2025, marking a significant milestone for the aircraft. With its new cockpit, improved performance, and luxurious flat floor cabin, the Ascend is poised to redefine the midsize business jet market.
Cessna Aviation has delivered the first SkyCourier to cargo transportation provider FlexCoah in Mexico, expanding its air freight capabilities. The aircraft will support large-scale freight hauls, offering customers a reliable and flexible logistics solution.
Textron Aviation recently showcased its new Career & Learning Center during a visit by U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and U.