Textron delivers first Cessna Citation Ascend to retail customer as midsize jet enters service
Textron Aviation delivered the first Cessna Citation Ascend to a retail customer on Dec. 30, marking the midsize jet's entry into service two-and-a-half years after programme launch. The FAA certified the type in November 2025; the Ascend features a new cockpit, improved performance and a flat‑floor cabin.