Textron Aviation has completed the 500th delivery of the Cessna Citation CJ4 series business jet, underscoring more than a decade of customer confidence in the company’s largest light jet and setting the stage for the next chapter of the aircraft with the upcoming Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3. The milestone aircraft, a Citation CJ4 Gen2, was delivered to a customer based in the Philippines, reflecting the platform's global reach.

The delivery milestone reflects the CJ4's position as a trusted light jet for customers who need a balance of performance, efficiency and mission flexibility. The aircraft is valued by owner-operators and fleet customers around the world for its versatility across a wide range of missions, from business travel to special mission operations.

“The Citation CJ4 has set the standard in its class for more than a decade, and with the Citation CJ4 Gen2 and the upcoming Citation CJ4 Gen3, we're continuing to invest in the innovation, technology and capabilities our customers value most,” says Lannie O'Bannion, senior vice president, sales and marketing. “As we look to the future, our focus remains on delivering the performance, efficiency and confidence operators need to succeed in an evolving aviation landscape. Reaching 500 deliveries is a meaningful milestone that reflects the strength of the CJ4 platform and the trust customers around the world place in Textron Aviation.”

The Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 is expected to achieve FAA certification this year. The aircraft’s flight test programme has completed more than 880 flight test hours across two test articles thus far.

The Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 is the largest Citation aircraft in the light jet segment. Designed with customer feedback in mind, the Citation CJ4 Gen3 introduces Garmin G3000 Prime avionics to support a more intuitive flight deck experience, and the aircraft also offers pilot and passenger peace of mind with Garmin Emergency Autoland. The CJ4 Gen3 brings a new level of expectations to the light jet segment with the most standard features in its class. The single-pilot certified aircraft combines superior speed, range and operating economics compared to larger aircraft, making it the ideal platform for owner/operators or corporate missions. The CJ4 is valued by customers around the world for luxury and productivity, as well as a wide range of missions including air ambulance, maritime patrol, search and rescue and aerial survey.

The CJ4 Gen3 is expected to feature a maximum range of 2,165nm and a maximum payload of 2,200lb. With seating for up to 11 occupants and a 1,040lb baggage capacity, the aircraft offers superior performance and versatility.