Textron Aviation has unveiled the newest addition to the Cessna Citation business jet family: the Citation CJ4 Gen2. The largest Citation in the light jet segment offers operators features that elevate ramp presence and in-flight comfort, including a new stair and handrail, premium seating options and enhanced ambience lighting.

“With the CJ4 Gen2, we focused on a design that enhances passenger comfort with an elevated cabin to match the performance capabilities already trusted by Citation CJ4 owners,” says Christi Tannahill, senior VP of customer experience. “Developments in technology have allowed us to introduce new design elements. A first for Citation light jets are the CoolView Skylights and a vanity option, which give our customers the atmosphere of a large aircraft with light jet performance capabilities.”

Textron is taking orders for the CJ4 Gen2 with deliveries beginning immediately. The CJ4, which achieved FAA type certification in 2010, remains a 525C type aircraft and has already received current interior certification for the CJ4 Gen2.

Upon entering the Gen2, customers and pilots will notice redesigned stairs with a lower point of entry, handrail support and a customisable logo light. The refreshment centre and galley area are comprised of improved storage options and an optional high-power outlet accompanied by a pull-out surface for a coffee maker. Additionally, extendable stone countertops are also available.

In the jet's main cabin area, side-facing seat selections include a folding single seat, a fixed two-place couch and a folding two-place couch that provide additional storage capacity to secure belongings in flight.

Along with the new cabin seating options, there is enhanced lighting in the pockets, on the sidewall and floor and in the cupholders. This is the first Citation aircraft equipped with CoolView lavatory skylights to provide more natural lighting throughout the lavatory and aft cabin area. Operators can choose the jet's Premier Collection design option, which also offers a completely new lavatory vanity and sink.

The aircraft offers an upgraded wireless cabin management system consisting of an onboard media server with the ability to stream preloaded audio and video files, access XM satellite radio and view moving maps. As part of the new system, passengers can also wirelessly control cabin lighting, window shades and temperature from their own mobile devices while productivity is powered by the USB charging ports at each cabin seat.

“We are constantly reviewing our aircraft, taking customer feedback and investing in our product lineup to ensure we stay ahead of evolving trends and support our customers as they experience first-class flight, total cabin comfort and flexibility, making their aircraft the most productive place in the sky,” Tannahill explains.

The Gen2 allows customers to go further with an IFR range of 1,926 nm and a maximum cruise speed of 451 knots. The single-pilot certified jet combines speed, range and operating economics when compared with larger aircraft, making it a promising platform for owner/operators or corporate missions. The jet seats up to ten passengers and includes a 1,040-pound baggage capacity.