Soaring Ahead: Cessna Citation Latitude Elevates Flight Experience with Advanced FAA-Certified Garmin G5000 Avionics

The skies just got smarter for the world’s favorite midsize business jet. Textron Aviation proudly announces that its best-selling Cessna Citation Latitude has achieved significant FAA certification for a suite of advanced features integrated into its state-of-the-art Garmin G5000 avionics system.

This pivotal update solidifies the Latitude's position at the pinnacle of performance and pilot experience, delivering enhanced operational capabilities and an unparalleled level of situational awareness.

Among the newly certified enhancements is Garmin SurfaceWatch™, a groundbreaking technology designed to dramatically improve safety during ground operations.

This innovative system provides intuitive auditory and visual alerts to pilots if the aircraft is aligned with or departing on a runway that is too short, or if it's taking off or landing on a taxiway. By proactively alerting pilots to potential runway incursions or misalignments, SurfaceWatch significantly mitigates risks in the often complex airport environment, making ground navigation more secure and efficient.

Further elevating the cockpit experience, the Latitude now boasts Split-Screen Capability on its primary flight displays.

This allows pilots to view multiple types of information simultaneously – for example, a synthetic vision display alongside a traffic map or weather radar – without having to toggle between different screens. This seamless access to critical data reduces pilot workload and optimizes information management, ensuring that essential flight details are always at a glance.

Additionally, enhancements to the Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS II) broaden the aircraft’s ability to detect and mitigate potential mid-air conflicts, offering an expanded and more robust traffic avoidance solution for ultimate airborne safety.

These significant avionics upgrades are a testament to Textron Aviation’s unwavering commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

The Citation Latitude has consistently held the title of the world's most delivered midsize jet for six consecutive years, a clear indicator of its exceptional design, reliability, and passenger comfort. This latest certification further reinforces its reputation as a sophisticated and highly capable business jet, offering a compelling blend of range, speed, and advanced technology.

Available as a factory-installed option for new aircraft or as an aftermarket upgrade through Textron Aviation service centers, these advanced Garmin G5000 features ensure that both new and existing Latitude operators can benefit from the cutting-edge enhancements.

The Cessna Citation Latitude continues to define excellence in business aviation, offering an intelligent and intuitive flight deck that sets new standards for safety, efficiency, and pilot confidence.