The FAA has granted type certification to the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 and Textron has delivered the midsize jet to the first customer, a longtime Citation operator in the Midwest.
Cessna first showcased its new Gen2 configurations at the NBAA-BACE annual convention last October, updating the Citation XLS and Citation M2 jet aircraft models. The Citation M2 Gen2 was delivered to its first customer last month.
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“Loyal Citation customers inspire us to continually invest in bringing the latest design and technology to our product line,” said Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Sales and Flight Ops.
The Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 is the latest model of the Citation 560XL midsize business jet series, which began with the introduction of the Citation Excel in 1998.
“This fresh approach to our popular 560XL series includes comfort and productivity upgrades requested by our customers, yet retains the model’s combination of performance and efficiencies that offers midsize jet features at a smaller jet operating cost,” said O’Bannion.
More than 1,000 560XLs have been delivered over the last 25 years.
Citation XLS Gen2 upgrades
Among the XLS Gen2 updates are a new lighted airstair door, the addition of an entry curtain for inclement weather protection on the ground and improved cabin acoustics in flight, and improved accent lighting. A new pedestal seat design will enhance passenger comfort with individual controls, new styling and optional quilting, while the forward couch features an optional fold-down capability, which allows passengers to access more baggage in flight.
In addition to the modern design elements, the XLS Gen2 also features an intuitive wireless cabin management system with a touchscreen moving map monitor, wireless smartphone charging, USB charging ports at each cabin seat and an optional Bongiovi Immersive speaker-less sound system.
Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 specifications
The XLS Gen2 equips operators with speeds of up to 441 knots with a maximum range of 2,100 nautical miles, a takeoff field length of 3,600 feet and climbs to 45,000 feet in 30 minutes.
While maintaining range and takeoff field length, the XLS Gen2 also includes increased payload capabilities and Stage 5 maximum noise level requirements.
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