Cessna/Textron Aviation News

Textron Aviation has celebrated the 15th anniversary since the Citation CJ4 has been Type Certificated. “There is no doubt that pilots around the world consider the Citation CJ4 as the premier single-pilot business jet,” said Lannie O’Bannion, Textron’s senior v-p for sales and marketing. “We continue to invest in our aircraft to ensure pilots and passengers have the latest technology and comfort in the air. The CJ4 Gen3 brings a new level of confidence and an elevated experience for owners and operators based on customer feedback.”

General aviation leaders and organizations are joining forces to support the 2026 Special Olympics Airlift, a national volunteer effort to transport athletes and coaches to the Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota. Announced during EAA AirVenture 2025, the initiative is organized by Textron Aviation and endorsed by the Experimental Aircraft Association and GAMA. (AIN)