![]() ![]() Efforts to increase the maximum take-off weight of the Citation X by about 800 pounds again delayed the FAA certification schedule, this time to April 1996. The main delay reasons were troubles integrating the avionics and the engine to the aircraft, high-altitude and low-speed engine flameout (high wing attack angles caused insufficient airflow), engines not meeting the bird strike criteria and directional stability challenges. First, failure of the airframe and engine to meet Federal Aviation Administration requirements caused the planned certification date postponement to late November 1995. Originally scheduled for August 1995, the certification of the Cessna Citation X was delayed several times. The development of the Citation X was first announced at the National Business Aviation Association Convention in New Orleans in October 1990, with the first prototype making its maiden flight on December 21, 1993. Cessna had difficulties in shedding the popular image of the Citation as a slow airplane, even though their jets had eventually become as fast as the competition. Consequently, they turned out to be much slower than the competing Learjets. The Citation models that emerged in the 1970s were originally intended to be practical and with good handling qualities. This pushed Cessna toward the Citation X program, which became the new 750 series.Ĭessna wanted to improve the image of the Citation family. The council was interested in some new elements such as increased speed and a pressurized baggage compartment. In 1990, Cessna made a proposition for an improved 650 model to their Customer Advisory Council. Three multi-pane, widescreen displays enhanced with Garmin’s Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT ™) make up the primary and multi-function flight display.When the Citation X was announced, the Citation 650 series, the "family" at the top of the product line, the Citations III, VI, and VII, was eight years old. With smart phone-like touch-screen controllers, the flight department can customise how data is presented, see dimensional renderings of terrain, know precise weather patterns, and see traffic from literally miles away. Never before has jet piloting been so exciting. The Citation X’s advanced flight deck is powered by Garmin G5000 avionic suite. WIFI connectivity to a personal electronic device for your entertainment needs is also available. Through the Clairity ™ touch screen system control of cabin lighting, window shades, temperature control, audio (digital media, MP3/iPhone) and video (digital media, Blu Ray) entertainment with an individual interactive moving map is at your finger tips. Advanced Cabin TechnologyĬlairity ™ is an intelligent cabin management and entertainment technology solution integrated with the aircraft’s avionics and electrical systems. Clairity ™ provides passengers cabin control, data and media sharing and connectivity to other passengers. Options include multi-cabin compartments, additional storage space, communication centers, cabin attendant provisions and intercontinental galleys. Select configuration options and details as well. Your jet will feature customised interior finishes to fit your specific requirements selected leather, fabric, and hand-finished hardwoods. Densely pillowed seats with wide cushions furnished the standard configuration with plenty of head and shoulder room built in. The Citation X boasts one of the widest, most spacious, and most luxurious interiors ever crafted for a Citation. ![]() The fact that it gets you back on the ground sooner may be bittersweet, however, because this jet comes with a re-imagined, smart plane interior you may never want to leave. The Citation X will climb to 51,000 feet and cruise at incredible speeds of up to Mach 0.935. The fastest civil airplane in the world is going to get you where you’re going before anyone else. ![]()
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