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Textron

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

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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2026-01-14T11:51:52.153852-08:00
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Reuters

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

By Reuters: Europe's aviation safety regulator EASA on Thursday confirmed reports that it had carried out test flights of the COMAC C-919 jet as it carries out "validation activities" as part of its certification process.

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2026-01-15T08:15:33.102843-08:00
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AeroTime • Stephen Pope

Daher introduces TBM 980 with G3000 Prime

By AeroTime: Daher unveiled the TBM 980 in Tarbes, France, featuring Garmin’s new G3000 Prime flight deck and connected cockpit technology.

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2026-01-15T08:31:13.495429-08:00