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ANAC, EASA Validate Citation M2 Gen2 with Autothrottles
Opens opportunities for sales in Brazil and Europe
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2
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Brazil’s ANAC and EASA have validated the certification of Textron Aviation’s Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 equipped with Garmin autothrottles, opening those regions’ market for deliveries of the light jet. The autothrottles help M2 Gen2 pilots manage engine thrust to maintain target speeds, “reducing pilot workload during high-demand phases of flight such as climbs, descents, and approaches,” according to Textron Aviation.

The M2 Gen2 added new interior styling features as well as ambient accent lighting, illuminated cupholders, and an optional folding side-facing seat that converts into additional cargo storage. The copilot’s seat has three additional inches of legroom, and each cabin seat is equipped with USB-A and -C ports. Maximum passenger capacity is seven.