Textron Aviation marks 500th Cessna Citation Latitude rollout
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, today announced the rollout of the 500th Cessna Citation Latitude business jet from the company’s Wichita, Kansas, manufacturing facility. The production milestone highlights the continued success of the world’s best-selling midsize business jet and recognizes the employees whose craftsmanship and dedication have helped make the Citation Latitude the trusted choice for operators around the world.
“The rollout of the 500th Citation Latitude is a testament to the employees who build this aircraft with dedication and pride every day,” said Eric Cardinali, senior vice president, Manufacturing. “Behind every aircraft is a team committed to delivering the quality and craftsmanship our customers expect. This milestone is only possible because of the skill of our workforce and the trust customers continue to place in our products.”
With an unmatched combination of spacious, stand-up, flat-floor cabin, strong mission capability and efficient operation, the Citation Latitude also delivers excellent range and short-field performance, allowing customers to bring that value to a wide variety of missions.
“At Textron Aviation, we strive to design and deliver the best aviation experience for our customers, and the Citation Latitude is a powerful example of that commitment,” said Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Global Sales & Marketing. “Customers around the world continue to choose the Latitude because it delivers the comfort, versatility and value they need to accomplish their missions with confidence.”
The 500th rollout marks a significant achievement for the growing global fleet of Citation Latitude business jets. As operators continue to choose this platform, Textron Aviation remains focused on delivering the performance, productivity and innovation customers expect from Cessna Citation business jets.
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