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February 20, 2014

Airborne 02.19.14: Latitude First Flight, Piper Picks Up, NASAO Search

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Cessna is celebrating the successful first prototype flight of its highly-anticipated Citation Latitude midsize business jet. The first flight of the Citation Latitude tested flaps, landing gear, pressurization systems, anti-ice capabilities and, of course, stability and control. The test flight reached an altitude of 28,000 feet and attained speeds of 230 mph. Cessna flight engineers said all systems are performing as expected. Piper Aircraft has announced it achieved double-digit growth in new aircraft revenue and new airplane deliveries for 2013 in a challenging global

“The industry’s positive numbers across all categories fuel cautious optimism as we move into 2014. The introduction of new products will be key to strong future growth, which is why GAMA continues to work with authorities across the globe to streamline certification processes.” Source: GAMA president and CEO Pete Bunce.

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