Cessna has announced the latest addition to the Citation business jet family, the Citation Longitude, which will have a range of 4000 nm and a max speed of Mach 0.86.
Powered by twin Snecma Silvercrest engines, the Longitude will have the capability of flying non-stop between city pairs like New York-Paris, London-Dubai or Beijing-Moscow.
Scott Ernest, Cessna president and CEO said: "The Citation Longitude sets itself apart with the largest Citation cabin, intercontinental range and a price point unmatched by other business jets with similar performance. This super mid-size jet sets a new standard for cabin efficiency, connectivity and stylish comfort.
"We are thrilled to bring the Silvercrest engine to Cessna customers because of its best-in-class efficiency, reliability and quality. This engine is expected to take the Citation Longitude to a new level and give our customers the range, efficiency and noise-reduction they need to be successful in today's competitive environment."
The Longitude's cockpit will feature Garmin G5000 avionics with touch-screen controls and all of the capabilities required to comply with emerging operating requirements for intercontinental aircraft, including FANS/CPDLC, ADSB and RNP.
As the longest-range business jet in Cessna's product line, the Citation Longitude is expected to offer an estimated full fuel payload of 884.5 kilograms, a maximum cruise speed of 490 KTAS and carry a crew of two plus eight passengers. Entry into service is expected in 2017.
The Longitude is the third new Citation announced in the past six months, following hot on the heels of the P&W-powered Latitude and the Williams-powered M2