New Business Jet Citation Ascend Enters Service

Textron Aviation has reached a significant milestone with the first customer delivery of the Cessna Citation Ascend in December 2025, officially marking the aircraft’s entry into service.

First unveiled at EBACE, Geneva in 2023, the Citation Ascend represents the latest evolution of Cessna’s highly successful 560XL series, designed to build on decades of proven performance while elevating comfort and efficiency. As more aircraft enter service, clients will soon have the opportunity to charter the Citation Ascend, offering impressive range, versatility, and modern luxury.

 

Citation Ascend: At a Glance

• Cabin Height: 60 in (1.52 m)

• Cabin Width: 66 in (1.68 m)

• Cabin Length: 18 ft 6 in (5.64 m)

• Maximum Passengers: 12

• Baggage Capacity: 90.2 cu ft (approximately 7-8 pieces of standard luggage).

• Four-Passenger Range: 1,940 nautical miles

Unrivalled Performance

The Cessna Citation 560XL family, comprising the Citation Excel, XLS, XLS+, and XLS Gen2, has long been a favourite in the charter market.

Continuing this legacy, the Citation Ascend is powered by twin Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545D turbofan engines, offering enhanced thrust and improved fuel efficiency. With a four-passenger range of approximately 1,940 nautical miles, the Ascend is ideally suited for both regional and medium-haul journeys. For charter clients, this means seamless connectivity between popular routes such as Singapore to the Maldives or London to Athens, without the need for fuel stops, saving both time and cost.

 

A More Spacious, Refined Cabin Experience

Inside, the Citation Ascend delivers a noticeably elevated cabin experience. The aircraft typically seats up to nine passengers, with configurations available for up to twelve, making it well suited for business travel, family journeys, or small group charters.

One of the standout features is the expansive flat-floor cabin, providing excellent legroom and the freedom to move comfortably throughout the flight. Windows are nearly 15% larger, allowing in more natural light and enhancing the sense of space.

Passengers can control lighting, temperature, window shades, and entertainment through a wireless cabin management system, using their personal devices. Combined with advanced soundproofing and quiet cabin technology, the Ascend offers a calm, productive environment typically associated with larger private jets.

A New Standard in the Midsize Jet Category

With its entry into service, the Cessna Citation Ascend will set a new benchmark in the midsize jet category, combining trusted Cessna performance with modern design, efficiency, and comfort.

To explore the full Cessna Citation family, visit our aircraft guide, or contact our team at charter@365aviation.com to begin planning your next charter flight.