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Textron Unveils Cessna Citation Ascend at NBAA 2025
Textron Aviation revealed the Cessna Citation Ascend at NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas on October 13, 2025.
The new midsize Cessna Citation Ascend made its global debut during NBAA-BACE 2025 (National Business Aviation Association — Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition) in Las Vegas on October 13, 2025, when Textron Aviation rolled the type onto the show ramp for attendees. The manufacturer positioned the Ascend as a competitor in the midsize business-jet segment, stressing passenger comfort, operational performance and sustainability as core selling points.
Textron Aviation showcased cockpit upgrades and cabin refinements intended for corporate and charter operators. While the company emphasized advanced avionics and a refreshed interior, it also flagged efficiency gains that aim to lower operating costs and reduce environmental impact — themes that resonated with buyers and brokers at the convention.
Citation Ascend: avionics, cabin and efficiency
The exhibit highlighted a modern flight deck paired with a cabin designed for connectivity and comfort on typical midsize missions. Textron emphasized that the Citation Ascend balances range and cruise performance with an interior layout targeted at business travelers who value both productivity and relaxation. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2026, with the type entering service with corporate and charter customers thereafter.
- Citation Ascend midsize configuration: focus on cabin comfort and connectivity
- Advanced avionics suite aimed at safer, more efficient operations
- Manufacturer target: deliveries beginning in 2026 and entry into the midsize market
Market watchers at NBAA-BACE noted Textron’s timing: unveiling a new midsize jet while demand for business aviation remains strong in North America and globally. The Ascend’s combination of updated systems, cabin amenities and an emphasis on sustainability positions it to compete with established midsize models from other manufacturers. As Textron moves from display to certification and production, operators will be watching performance specs, dispatch reliability and overall operating economics ahead of first deliveries planned for 2026.
