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Textron Aviation wins FAA/EASA clearance to install Starlink on Citation Ascend and Cessna Citation 560 XL; aftermarket upgrade

Textron Aviation says it has received FAA and EASA approval to install Starlink high-speed connectivity on the Citation Ascend, with the Cessna Citation 560 XL series earning EASA certification for the installation. The company is now offering Starlink as an aftermarket option in response to customer demand.

Discovered 2026-04-20T20:33:35.066225-07:00 | 2026-04-20T20:33:35.066225-07:00

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What Hype is tracking

  • Connects the Citation Ascend fleet to higher-throughput satellite broadband via an FAA/EASA-approved installation pathway, while turning the solution into a revenue opportunity through an aftermarket upgrade rather than waiting for new builds.
  • EASA certification for the 560 XL installation expands eligibility within the Ascend family, tightening deployment timelines for operators focused on European equipage.
  • This follows recent Ascend certification and early market push, including its entry into service after FAA certification (see source:862b40ac-c6a4-47fd-82a4-886b9708a997) and the subsequent Europe demonstration tour (see source:84b22060-f4d6-4508-ad76-e5d7474a3b50).

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First Seen
2026-04-20T20:33:35.066225-07:00
Latest Update
2026-04-21T15:40:59.138001-07:00
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