Half a thousand strong: Textron Aviation rolls out 500th Cessna Citation Latitude

Textron Aviation has reached a significant production milestone with the rollout of the 500th Cessna Citation Latitude from its Wichita, Kansas, facility. The achievement reflects the enduring popularity of the industry's best-selling midsize business jet and recognizes the employees whose craftsmanship and dedication continue to drive the program's success around the globe. 

Combining a spacious stand-up cabin with a flat-floor design, impressive mission flexibility and cost-efficient operations, the Citation Latitude offers exceptional range and short-field capabilities, enabling operators to perform a broad spectrum of missions with confidence and efficiency.

Eric Cardinali, senior vice president, Manufacturing commented: “The rollout of the 500th Citation Latitude is a testament to the employees who build this aircraft with dedication and pride every day. 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.”

Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Global Sales & Marketing stated: “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. 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 rollout of the 500th Citation Latitude represents a major milestone for the aircraft's expanding global fleet. As demand for the platform continues to grow, Textron Aviation remains committed to delivering the performance, efficiency and innovation that customers have come to expect from the Cessna Citation family.