If you happen to walk out onto a busy general aviation ramp anywhere in the world these days, odds are very good that you will find a Cessna Citation aircraft. The Cessna Citation comes from a long distinguished family of aircraft that has not simply become by far the most sought after business aviation aircraft of its time, but also completely revolutionized the industry as we know it today.
In the late 1960s already a profitable piston-engine aircraft manufacturer, Cessna noticed a niche in the business jet market which was missing. With jet engine technological innovation advancing at a rapid pace, Cessna designers saw an opportunity to introduce a light jet which could operate on short airstrips which were usually only delegated to turbo-prop aircraft. Essentially, it was the very best of both worlds. The basic safety and comfort of a jet aircraft, but having the short field capabilities of a turbo-prop aircraft. This innovative strategy still holds true currently for the current generation Citations.
Desert Jet operates the Cessna Citation Encore, which happens to be the most recent and very best achievement of the original Citation family. Easily seating 7 passengers in a center-club configuration with a belted lavatory for an eighth passenger, the jet can easily fly outstanding distances of as much as 1700 statute miles. For instance, Palm Springs to Chicago could be accomplished with much ease. Not only are you going to be flying far, but you'll be soaring with a maximum operating altitude of 45,000 feet. Additionally, though the Encore can fly high to capitalize on the prevailing winds and better range, it will travel safely above most of the weather down below.
Comfort is the Encore's middle name. Having a big aft baggage compartment outfitted with a ski tube, the Encore can easily take care of all your luggage requirements and a lot more for that weekend vacation to Aspen. In cabin features consist of XM satellite radio, Bose noise-cancelling headsets, a satellite telephone, a refreshment center, plus a fully-enclosed lavatory to mention a few.
In the front, Citation Encore pilots have all the newest technologies to get you to your destination safely. At their convenience is Honeywell's Primus 1000 avionics suite which features both the Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) plus the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS II). These systems work as an additional set of eyes in the sky in order to help pilots stay away from rising terrain and other traffic flying nearby.
Ironically, the Citation name comes from a past Triple Crown winning thoroughbred stallion. What it lacks in speed, the Citation Encore wins in just about every other category including performance, safety, level of comfort, dependability, class and value. Ever since being first certified by the FAA in 1971 as the original Citation I, the Citation family has evolved over many years with much technological advancement. Nevertheless, one factor has always remained constant. It is tested, tried and affirmed as a genuine performer, proving their name still fits.
In the late 1960s already a profitable piston-engine aircraft manufacturer, Cessna noticed a niche in the business jet market which was missing. With jet engine technological innovation advancing at a rapid pace, Cessna designers saw an opportunity to introduce a light jet which could operate on short airstrips which were usually only delegated to turbo-prop aircraft. Essentially, it was the very best of both worlds. The basic safety and comfort of a jet aircraft, but having the short field capabilities of a turbo-prop aircraft. This innovative strategy still holds true currently for the current generation Citations.
Desert Jet operates the Cessna Citation Encore, which happens to be the most recent and very best achievement of the original Citation family. Easily seating 7 passengers in a center-club configuration with a belted lavatory for an eighth passenger, the jet can easily fly outstanding distances of as much as 1700 statute miles. For instance, Palm Springs to Chicago could be accomplished with much ease. Not only are you going to be flying far, but you'll be soaring with a maximum operating altitude of 45,000 feet. Additionally, though the Encore can fly high to capitalize on the prevailing winds and better range, it will travel safely above most of the weather down below.
Comfort is the Encore's middle name. Having a big aft baggage compartment outfitted with a ski tube, the Encore can easily take care of all your luggage requirements and a lot more for that weekend vacation to Aspen. In cabin features consist of XM satellite radio, Bose noise-cancelling headsets, a satellite telephone, a refreshment center, plus a fully-enclosed lavatory to mention a few.
In the front, Citation Encore pilots have all the newest technologies to get you to your destination safely. At their convenience is Honeywell's Primus 1000 avionics suite which features both the Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) plus the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS II). These systems work as an additional set of eyes in the sky in order to help pilots stay away from rising terrain and other traffic flying nearby.
Ironically, the Citation name comes from a past Triple Crown winning thoroughbred stallion. What it lacks in speed, the Citation Encore wins in just about every other category including performance, safety, level of comfort, dependability, class and value. Ever since being first certified by the FAA in 1971 as the original Citation I, the Citation family has evolved over many years with much technological advancement. Nevertheless, one factor has always remained constant. It is tested, tried and affirmed as a genuine performer, proving their name still fits.
About the Author:
Desert Jet is a full-service aviation management company that provides clients with expertise in acquiring and operating private jet aircraft, and offers on-demand charters in its fleet of jet aircraft. Desert Jet was one of the first jet charter providers in the world to become IS-BAO certified, exceeding a global industry safety standard.
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