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Textron Citation CJ3 Gen 3 Tour
Textron Aviation says the latest Citation CJ3 Gen 3 model is the most comprehensive CJ refresh done to date and it sets the stage for what’s coming in 2027. The current model, powered by Williams International FJ44-3A engines, has a max cruising speed of 416 knots, a 2,040 nautical mile maximum range, seating for 10 […] The post Textron Citation CJ3 Gen 3 Tour appeared first on AvBrief.com.
Textron Aviation is presenting the latest Citation CJ3 Gen 3 as the most comprehensive refresh of the CJ lineage to date, with implications for developments anticipated in 2027.
During the NBAA-BACE static display in Las Vegas, Textron Aviation highlighted the CJ3 Gen 3 and provided a walk-around overview led by a company representative.
The current CJ3 model, powered by Williams International FJ44-3A engines, offers a maximum cruising speed of 416 knots and a 2,040 nautical mile maximum range, with seating for 10 occupants and suitability for short-field operations.
Textron Aviation’s messaging centers on the Gen 3 as a significant update that sets the stage for future enhancements planned for 2027, without detailing specific features in the material provided.
The coverage note from AvBrief confirms the tour context and the company’s assertion that this update is the most exhaustive CJ refresh to date, tied to a larger roadmap.