Textron Aviation today announced continued advancement of the Cessna Citation Ascend program following the prototype aircraft's successful completion of multiple certification tests and more than 13 hours of flight testing. The Citation Ascend business jet was unveiled during the 350 European Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (EBACE) and the aircraft is expected to enter service in 2023.
The newest Citation is designed to bring a new cockpit, improved performance and a luxurious cabin to the midsize business jet market. The aircraft's state-of-the-art avionics, including automatic acceleration, high payload capacity and range, offer customers reduced pilot workload and the ability to do more and go further.
The Citation Ascend prototype aircraft has successfully completed tests that include:
- Testing in extremely hot and cold climates, ensuring aircraft systems are functional and operational in extreme temperatures
- Braking performance
- Bird Strike
- Tire burst
- Static and residual resistance of the cabin and cabin windows
The Citation Ascend is powered by Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545D engines, recently certified by Transport Canada Civil Aviation, designed to deliver improved fuel efficiency, increased thrust and increased wing time for eligible customers. The engine uses new materials and technology – including a more efficient high-pressure compressor and an improved single-stage high-pressure turbine module. The PW545D engines are also equipped with Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC), enabling new autothrottle technology and ensuring they operate at maximum efficiency and with reduced pilot workload.
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