Textron Aviation 560

Twin Jet

The Cessna Citation Latitude is Textron Aviation's best-selling midsize business jet, introduced in 2015 to bridge the gap between light and super-midsize cabins. With a flat-floor stand-up cabin, transcontinental range of 2,700 nautical miles, and a service ceiling of 45,000 feet, the Latitude carved out a sweet spot for corporate flight departments seeking comfort without the operating costs of larger jets. Its Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306D1 engines deliver efficient cruise performance around 446 knots true airspeed, while the Garmin G5000 avionics suite provides modern flight deck capability comparable to airliners. The type earned FAA certification in 2015 and has since become one of the most popular business jets in its class, with over 350 delivered by 2023. Operators appreciate its combination of cabin volume, hot-and-high performance, and relatively modest operating economics. Fuel burn around 210 gallons per hour makes it competitive with older super-midsize jets while offering a newer, quieter cabin. The Latitude's success prompted Textron to develop stretched variants including the Citation Longitude, extending the design family's reach into the super-midsize segment. SkyMeter has tracked 23 flights across 1 airframes and 1 operators, covering routes.