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Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 kicks off FAA certification path with 2027 entry-into-service target

Textron Aviation has started the flight-test program for the Cessna Citation M2 Gen3, the latest evolution of its entry-level business jet. The manufacturer says certification work is underway and is targeting FAA approval and entry into service in 2027, positioning the model for a new customer cycle.

2026-06-02T12:22:17.730660-07:00

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South Sudan Supreme Airlines relaunch denied by CAA over safety concerns; operator disputes suspension

2026-06-02T08:43:47.346086-07:00

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Textron Aviation rolls out the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 (Gen2) as CJ4 Gen3 certification nears

2026-06-02T00:59:02.057202-07:00

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MJets Air exits B737-800(BCF) deal as it pivots to widebody aircraft

2026-06-01T18:20:41.520648-07:00

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Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 kicks off FAA certification path with 2027 entry-into-service target Textron Aviation has started the flight-test program for the Cessna Citation M2 Gen3, the latest evolution of its entry-level business jet. The manufacturer says certification work is underway and is targeting FAA approval and entry into service in 2027, positioning the model for a new customer cycle.

2026-06-02T12:22:17.730660-07:00

Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 kicks off FAA certification path with 2027 entry-into-service target

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South Sudan Supreme Airlines relaunch denied by CAA over safety concerns; operator disputes suspension South Sudan’s aviation authority (SSCAA) has denied South Sudan Supreme Airlines authorization to restart operations, citing unresolved safety concerns. The dispute follows earlier announcements by the airline about returning to the air, with the regulator reiterating that no flight authorization has been granted as of June 1, 2026.

2026-06-02T08:43:47.346086-07:00

South Sudan Supreme Airlines relaunch denied by CAA over safety concerns; operator disputes suspension

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Textron Aviation rolls out the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 (Gen2) as CJ4 Gen3 certification nears Textron Aviation has marked the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 rollout, citing continuous production since the type entered service in 2010. The milestone supports the company’s plan to approach FAA certification for the CJ4 Gen3 in 2026, positioning the next configuration phase for market uptake.

2026-06-02T00:59:02.057202-07:00

Textron Aviation rolls out the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 (Gen2) as CJ4 Gen3 certification nears

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MJets Air exits B737-800(BCF) deal as it pivots to widebody aircraft MJets Air has exited its B737-800(BCF) deal, signaling a strategic shift away from the converted 737 freighter pathway. The move reflects a broader widebody pivot for the carrier/operator, with implications for its aircraft mix and commercial positioning across charter and business aviation markets.

2026-06-01T18:20:41.520648-07:00

MJets Air exits B737-800(BCF) deal as it pivots to widebody aircraft

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Wheels Up closes $100mn Delta-backed term loan as it gears up for charter fleet expansion Wheels Up has closed a $100 million term loan backed by Delta Air Lines, completing a deal first flagged in early May 2026. Separately, the charter operator said it is open to scaling into larger-aircraft services in the future, alongside premium-focused customer offerings.

2026-06-01T14:12:45.006309-07:00

Wheels Up closes $100mn Delta-backed term loan as it gears up for charter fleet expansion

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SyberJet to unveil full-size SJ36 mockup Oct. 19 as stretched SJ30-2 variant targets nine occupants SyberJet says it will unveil a full-size mockup of its SJ36 on Oct. 19. The plan builds on the company’s stretched SJ30-2 concept, which the latest coverage says will accommodate nine occupants—signaling continuing definition of cabin scale and program direction for the new-generation jet.

2026-06-01T11:08:15.481047-07:00

SyberJet to unveil full-size SJ36 mockup Oct. 19 as stretched SJ30-2 variant targets nine occupants

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Cyviation warns business-aviation operators face mounting cyberattack risk as small operators lack protection Cyviation says business-aviation organizations—particularly smaller operators—need stronger protection against cyberattacks. The security specialist’s warning highlights a widening gap between threat capability and the level of defensive support available to lighter fleets and less-resourced operators.

2026-06-01T11:08:13.517244-07:00

Cyviation warns business-aviation operators face mounting cyberattack risk as small operators lack protection

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ANAC and EASA validate Citation M2 Gen2 autothrottles—certification opens sales pathways in Brazil and Europe Brazil’s ANAC and Europe’s EASA have validated the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 configuration with autothrottles, clearing a key capability for potential in-market approvals. The regulatory greenlight is positioned to unlock new commercial opportunities for the aircraft in both Brazil and Europe.

2026-06-01T08:28:37.051530-07:00

ANAC and EASA validate Citation M2 Gen2 autothrottles—certification opens sales pathways in Brazil and Europe

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Cessna Citation M2 Gen3 kicks off FAA certification path with 2027 entry-into-service target

South Sudan Supreme Airlines relaunch denied by CAA over safety concerns; operator disputes suspension

Textron Aviation rolls out the 500th Cessna Citation CJ4 (Gen2) as CJ4 Gen3 certification nears

MJets Air exits B737-800(BCF) deal as it pivots to widebody aircraft

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