Cessna is an American aircraft manufacturing company that produces a range of general aviation aircraft, including business jets, turboprops, and single-engine piston-powered aircraft.
Founded in 1927 by Clyde Cessna, it initially made small aircraft.
In the 1960s, it expanded its offerings to include business jets.
In 1985, Cessna ceased production due to economic factors, but resumed production in 1996.
In 2014, Cessna merged with Beechcraft Corporation to form Textron Aviation.
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A family of light business jets.
A single-engine piston-powered plane used for general aviation and flight training.
A utility turboprop plane used for cargo and passenger transport.
The range of Cessna Citation varies by model. The Citation M2 has a range of around 1,550 nautical miles, while the Citation Longitude has a range of around 3,500 nautical miles.
Yes, Cessna is generally considered a reliable brand with a long history of producing safe and high-quality aircraft.
The cost of a new Cessna aircraft varies greatly depending on the model. Prices can range from around $200,000 for a single-engine piston-powered plane to well over $20 million for a large business jet.
Cessna aircraft are primarily manufactured in Wichita, Kansas, but also have manufacturing facilities in Independence, Kansas and Chihuahua, Mexico.
The seating capacity of a Cessna Caravan varies by model but typically ranges from 9-14 passengers, depending on the configuration.