Why

Cessna

  • Our expertise

    We’re designing today’s aircraft for tomorrow’s world with a focus on engineering excellence.
    Engineering and design

  • Our promise

    Our promise of safety means standards more stringent than regulatory requirements for certification.
    Safety standards

  • Our commitment

    Cessna’s commitment to service means we keep you flying anywhere, any time, no matter what.
    Commitment to service

Our Expertise

Engineering and design

Cessna has been reinventing the way you fly for more than 70 years. Our aeronautical engineers have imagined hundreds of original aircraft concepts into clean sheet designs advancing to the latest computer-enhanced technology and flight-simulation tools and, finally, to prototype. Because it takes years for a new aircraft to reach its maiden flight, we are always designing for tomorrow’s world.

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    Aircraft design

    Each area of each aircraft design fulfills a function while its form remains noticeably simple.

    Aircraft manufacturing

    Manufacturing at Cessna doesn't just happen in the factory. Several departments are involved starting with the early design phase, continuing through tool development, on through fabrication and assembly of parts, and on to final assembly of completed aircraft.

    Quality standards

    Throughout the process, Cessna’s manufacturing department ensures the highest standards of quality and reliability are observed.

    Aircraft design

    Each area of each aircraft design fulfills a function while its form remains noticeably simple.

    Aircraft manufacturing

    Manufacturing at Cessna doesn't just happen in the factory. Several departments are involved starting with the early design phase, continuing through tool development, on through fabrication and assembly of parts, and on to final assembly of completed aircraft.

    Quality standards

    Throughout the process, Cessna’s manufacturing department ensures the highest standards of quality and reliability are observed.

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    Our Promise

    Safety comes standard

    Safety is the top priority for Cessna when designing and manufacturing aircraft. Everything from simple flying procedures to many standard emergency systems help to prevent errors and make handling simple and smooth. Our aircraft are designed both to react effectively to dangerous situations and to avoid them altogether. Combining both active and passive safety features ensures that every new aircraft is designed and equipped to deliver on the trust that passengers place in both pilot and machine every single flight.

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      Certifications

      To prove our commitment to safety, we pursue a number of certification levels for each aircraft we build, including day, night, VFR, IFR, and flight into known icing conditions. Our aircraft are compliant with all RVSM-certification requirements. And, because specific approval is required for flying within civil and international airspace, Cessna offers owners a no-charge service to assist with this process.

      Quality assurance testing

      We take every component of every aircraft through rigorous testing — many times more than what is required for certifications — including stress testing to the fuselage, electric and hydraulic systems testing, onboard computer testing, mobile parts testing, and stress testing for landing gear. Fuel tanks are also tested for leaks.

      Static-proof

      Static wicks on the trailing edge of the wings and elevator allow static build-up to be discharged safely without affecting avionics functionality or disrupting other electrical systems.

      Lightning-proof

      The aircraft surfaces and systems are designed to safely and effectively dissipate the adverse effects of a lightning strike.

      Synthetic vision

      Sophisticated situational awareness sensors for weather, traffic, and terrain help pilots determine the safest flight path.

      Flight safety simulator

      In partnership with FlightSafety International, we provide the highest quality pilot and maintenance technician training to new operators. Get full-motion simulator training from experienced Citation instructors.

      Certifications

      To prove our commitment to safety, we pursue a number of certification levels for each aircraft we build, including day, night, VFR, IFR, and flight into known icing conditions. Our aircraft are compliant with all RVSM-certification requirements. And, because specific approval is required for flying within civil and international airspace, Cessna offers owners a no-charge service to assist with this process.

      Quality assurance testing

      We take every component of every aircraft through rigorous testing — many times more than what is required for certifications — including stress testing to the fuselage, electric and hydraulic systems testing, onboard computer testing, mobile parts testing, and stress testing for landing gear. Fuel tanks are also tested for leaks.

      Static-proof

      Static wicks on the trailing edge of the wings and elevator allow static build-up to be discharged safely without affecting avionics functionality or disrupting other electrical systems.

      Lightning-proof

      The aircraft surfaces and systems are designed to safely and effectively dissipate the adverse effects of a lightning strike.

      Synthetic vision

      Sophisticated situational awareness sensors for weather, traffic, and terrain help pilots determine the safest flight path.

      Flight safety simulator

      In partnership with FlightSafety International, we provide the highest quality pilot and maintenance technician training to new operators. Get full-motion simulator training from experienced Citation instructors.

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      Our commitment

      Our legacy of service

      To complement Citation’s extensive product line, owners have around-the-clock, seven-days-a-week support through a network of Citation Service Centers, strategically located at eight major U.S. airports, as well as six locations throughout Europe and one in Southeast Asia. Additional authorized service stations for Citations are located in more than fifteen countries.

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        Leadership

        Leadership and initiative are qualities that we encourage and reward at Citation Service. With its growing global presence, Citation Service has attracted the most talented people in the business, then trained and developed them to Citation Service standards.

        Passion and pride

        Passion and pride are feelings shared among Citation Service engineers: passion about the jobs they do and pride in the products they service. That’s what makes our customers enjoy working with them.

        Customer loyalty

        Dialogue is a vital part of Citation Service’s relationship with owners and operators. Communication channels between customers and service engineers are always open, ensuring that any questions or problems are addressed swiftly and effectively.

        Mobile Service Unit (MSU)

        Citation Service Centers’ Mobile Service Units bring nearly every maintenance procedure, scheduled or unscheduled, to wherever you are with a wide range of options.

        Air Response Team (ART)

        Our Air Response Team (ART) uses a Citation jet to respond to aircraft on ground (AOG) situations for Citation customers throughout North America.

        Leadership

        Leadership and initiative are qualities that we encourage and reward at Citation Service. With its growing global presence, Citation Service has attracted the most talented people in the business, then trained and developed them to Citation Service standards.

        Passion and pride

        Passion and pride are feelings shared among Citation Service engineers: passion about the jobs they do and pride in the products they service. That’s what makes our customers enjoy working with them.

        Customer loyalty

        Dialogue is a vital part of Citation Service’s relationship with owners and operators. Communication channels between customers and service engineers are always open, ensuring that any questions or problems are addressed swiftly and effectively.

        Mobile Service Unit (MSU)

        Citation Service Centers’ Mobile Service Units bring nearly every maintenance procedure, scheduled or unscheduled, to wherever you are with a wide range of options.

        Air Response Team (ART)

        Our Air Response Team (ART) uses a Citation jet to respond to aircraft on ground (AOG) situations for Citation customers throughout North America.

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