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Textron Aviation announces next-generation upgrades ahead of NBAA-BACE
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The Cessna Citation M2s (Model 525s) are a series of light private jets with a capacity of up to seven people. Launched in September 2011, the model is based on the original Citation CJ1 variant with improved engine thrust, a new cabin layout, and modern avionics systems.

The type commenced its first flight in March 2012 and was introduced into service a year later. By June 2020, Cessna, a Textron Aviation company, had sold over 250 examples of the M2s across multiple variants. The latest version of the M2 series, the M2 Gen 3, has an approximate list price of $6.8 million.

Cessna Citation M2 Gen 3

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- Length: 42 ft 7 in (13.0 m)

- Height: 13 ft 11 in (4.2 m)

- Wingspan: 47 ft 3 in (14.39 m)

- Wing Area: 240 sq ft (22.3 sq m)

- Maximum Ramp Weight:10,800 lb (4,899 kg)

- Maximum Takeoff Weight:10,700 lb (4,853 kg)

- Usable Fuel Volume:492 gal (1,862 I)

The Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 can seat up to eight people including the pilot in a spacious cabin powered by two Williams International FJ44 turbofan engines. It offers nearly15% greater cruise thrust and fuel efficiency than its predecessors with a maximum cruise speed of404 knots(748 km/h) and an operational range of1550 NM(2871 km).

The aircraft features a modern Garmin G3000 flight deck and avionics system designed for single-pilot operations which enhances safety according to Textron Aviation:

"Inspired by your mission and your passion," said Textron Aviation."The Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 aircraft is the entry-level jet that pilots have been asking for.Perfect for corporate,charter or private use,the Citation M2 Gen3 jet features best-in-class range at any payload,and125 pounds more baggage capacity than the closest competitor.Experience elevated cabin lighting,enhan- ced cabin technology and a Garmin G3000 flight deck with touch-controlled avionics suited for single pilot operations."

Cessna Citation M2 cabin

- Cabin Height:57 in(1.4 m)

- Cabin Width :58in(1 .47m)

- Cabin Length :11ft(3 .4m)

- Baggage Weight :725lb(329kg)

- Baggage Volume :45 .6cu ft(1 .29cu m)

The luxurious customizable cabin offers options like cashmere seats,folding side-facing seat option adding50 pounds baggage capacity among others.Custom- ers can choose from four themes-Mist,Cashmere ,Driftwood,Ebony-each offering unique aesthetic appeal.The cabins also feature USB-A/C charging ports,wire- less smartphone charging,in-flight entertainment options along with enhanced lighting including illuminated cup holders.

Ahead of last week''s National Business Aviation Administration(NBAA)Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition(BACE),Textron announced next-generation upgrades revealing development plans forCitationM gen3,CitationCJ gen3,Citati- onCJ gen4.All these aircraft include significant avionics upgrades such asGar- minAutoland feature whileCJ gen4 will additionally includeGarminG PRIME avio- nics suite slated introduction beginning respectively

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