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Cessna Citation 560XL

16/02/2026Press Release:
TRU Simulation’s Full Flight Simulator for the Cessna Citation Ascend achieves FAA qualification, expanding advanced training for midsize jet pilots
13/11/2025News:
The Ascend completed more than 1,000 flight hours before earning FAA certification.

Ascend earns FAA certification after 1,000+ flight hours

Textron has secured FAA type certification for the Cessna Citation Ascend, with customer deliveries expected to begin later this year.

20/09/2025News:
Textron Aviation employees gathered in Kansas as the first Citation Ascend was completed and prepared for FAA certification later in the year.

First production Ascend is rolled out in Wichita

Textron has confirmed that the first production Citation Ascend left its Wichita facility on September 15, marking a key programme milestone.

12/08/2025Press Release:
Gogo Galileo HDX connectivity option now available on Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3.		Gogo Galileo HDX connectivity option now available on Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3
12/03/2025Press Release:
Cessna Citation Longitude interior built in Textron Aviation's Interiors Manufacturing Facility.		Textron Aviation celebrates 10 years of innovation and excellence at Interiors Manufacturing Facility

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