Textron Aviation today announced it has entered into a purchase
agreement with Exclusive Jets, LLC, operating as flyExclusive, for
up to 30 Cessna Citation CJ3+ jets. flyExclusive, a leading
provider of premium private jet charter experiences, expects to
take delivery of five aircraft in 2023, with the option to purchase
additional aircraft for deliveries through 2025.
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The Citation CJ3+ delivers exceptional
performance, Garmin G3000 avionics and in-flight WiFi capability.
With a range of up to 2,040 nautical miles, the Citation CJ3+ is
perfectly suited for the light jet market segment and can fly
single-pilot and up to four passengers nonstop from Washington, DC
to Monterrey, Mexico, Sao Paulo to Santiago, London to Athens, or
Shanghai to Tokyo. (Photo: Business Wire)
Cessna Citation jets are designed and manufactured by Textron
Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company.
“This order brings the efficiency and comfort of the Citation
CJ3+ to a new audience of customers through flyExclusive’s
programs,” said Ron Draper, President and CEO, Textron Aviation.
“We appreciate customers like flyExclusive, who see the value in
operating a broad range of jets from the Citation family. The
operating economics of Citations, combined with the global network
of service and support available through Textron Aviation, ensures
continued productivity and enjoyment throughout the ownership
experience.”
This order, with options, continues the company’s position as
one of the largest owners/operators of Citations in the world. The
company operates a fleet of Cessna Citation jets including Citation
X, Citation Sovereign, Citation Excel/ XLS, Citation CJ3 and
Citation Encore aircraft models.
“This expansion launches flyExclusive into the fractional space.
We are committed to redefining the private flying experience,
providing the full suite of products for our customers, all
delivering consistent, reliable and world-class service,” said Jim
Segrave, Chairman and Founder, flyExclusive. “We are proud to
continue our relationship with Textron Aviation as we bring the
CJ3+ into our esteemed fleet. The addition of these new CJ3+
aircraft will allow us to expand our capabilities to support our
continuing growth as one of the largest private jet charter
operators in the industry.”
Owning and operating its fleet of 85 light, midsize,
super-midsize and heavy jets, flyExclusive, based in Kinston, North
Carolina is the third largest Part 135 charter operator in the U.S.
This order is expected to support the company’s Jet Club, Partner
and new fractional program, in response to historic demand.
About the Citation CJ3+
The Citation CJ3+ delivers exceptional performance, Garmin G3000
avionics and in-flight WiFi capability. Best-in-class acquisition
and operating costs, seating for nine passengers, and up to 1,000
lbs of baggage capacity make the CJ3+ the ultimate utility player.
With a range of up to 2,040 nautical miles, the Citation CJ3+ is
perfectly suited for the light jet market segment and can fly
single-pilot and up to four passengers nonstop from Washington, DC
to Monterrey, Mexico, Sao Paulo to Santiago, London to Athens, or
Shanghai to Tokyo.
Designed to provide the most efficient flight profile by
minimizing fuel costs and environmental impact, the Citation CJ3+
burns, on average, 10 percent less fuel and costs 5 percent less in
maintenance per flight hour versus other aircraft in the light jet
segment.
Leading the light jet segment
Cessna Citations continue to lead this segment, with more than
5,000 light jets delivered throughout the world, offering customers
the broadest range of products on the market. From the popular
entry level Cessna Citation M2 Gen2, to the efficiency and comfort
of the Citation CJ3+ and latest Citation CJ4 Gen2, Textron
Aviation’s Citation family of light business jets has evolved to
offer a range of capabilities, systems and options unmatched in its
class.
About Textron Aviation
We inspire the journey of flight. For more than 95 years,
Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has empowered our
collective talent across the Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker brands
to design and deliver the best aviation experience for our
customers. With a range that includes everything from business
jets, turboprops, and high-performance pistons, to special mission,
military trainer and defense products, Textron Aviation has the
most versatile and comprehensive aviation product portfolio in the
world and a workforce that has produced more than half of all
general aviation aircraft worldwide. Customers in more than 170
countries rely on our legendary performance, reliability and
versatility, along with our trusted global customer service
network, for affordable and flexible flight.
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About Textron Inc.
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its
global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance
businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and
services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands
such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming,
E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, and Textron Systems. For more information,
visit: www.textron.com.
About flyExclusive
flyExclusive is a premiere Part 135 owner/operator of private
jet experiences that surpass expectations for quality, convenience
and safety. From our world-class Jet Club to our unmatched private
charter, clients who fly with us receive a curated experience that
anticipates their needs for consistency, comfort and style. As the
second largest operator of Cessna Citation aircraft in the world
with a floating fleet of 85 light to heavy jets, flyExclusive
offers access to a world of personalized private aviation with
on-demand flights that can service a myriad of specialized trip
needs. flyExclusive is headquartered in Kinston, NC with services
provided across North America, Caribbean, Central America, South
America, Europe, Asia and beyond. To learn more, visit
www.flyexclusive.com.
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to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such
forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, changes
in aircraft delivery schedules or cancellations or deferrals of
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