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• Allyson Versprille
The FAA will rescind exemptions allowing single-pilot operations on certain older Cessna Citation models after finding widespread training and operational noncompliance, alongside broader safety concerns. NBAA and the Citation Jet Pilots Owner Pilot Association are questioning the sudden return to two-pilot requirements.
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The FAA will rescind exemptions allowing single-pilot operations on certain older Cessna Citation models after finding widespread training and operational noncompliance, alongside broader safety concerns. NBAA and the Citation Jet Pilots Owner Pilot Association are questioning the sudden return to two-pilot requirements.
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