From The Archives: Flying The Citation Excel

Cessna's new lightweight Citation Excel business jet flies near Wichita, Kan. Powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545A engines, the Model 560XL reaches a cruising speed of 432 kt. at 35,000 ft. The aircraft's proven system's architecture and standup cabins have made it appealing to a wide range of operators. 

See the cover of the Feb. 8, 1999 issue of Aviation Week & Space Technology.

Read the full pilot report on page 80.

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