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Textron Aviation has delivered the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 into service following FAA certification in October 2025. The light-entry jet integrates Garmin’s autothrottle system, which Textron says improves pilot control and precision while reinforcing the M2 Gen2’s segment leadership.

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EASA conducts validation test flights of COMAC C-919 as part of certification push

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Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 enters service with Garmin autothrottles after FAA nod

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Textron Aviation’s Citation M2 Gen2 Enters Service with Garmin Autothrottles

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