News about the aviation industry as told by Aviate Alabama.
Chase Elliott, renowned NASCAR driver, is selling his 2006 Cessna Citation CJ3 aircraft. The well-maintained jet comes with high-value upgrades, ADS-B, WiFi, and a comprehensive avionics package. With a total time of 10,256 and 7,267 landings, it’s in excellent condition. The aircraft is based in Dawsonville, GA and listed with Amjet Aircraft Brokerage.
ForeFlight introduces 3 versions of the Sentry ADS-B product: Sentry Plus, Sentry, and Sentry Mini, offering portable ADS-B and GPS receivers. Sentry Plus features dual-band ADS-B, G-Meter, and AHRS; while Sentry includes CO monitoring and synthetic vision. The compact Sentry Mini offers WAAS GPS and dual-band ADS-B at a lower price point.
The Citation Ascend, an upgraded XLS, offers new engines, avionics, interior, and windshield design. As the largest 525 series aircraft, the Citation CJ4 Gen 2 can accommodate 11 passengers and is single pilot certified. Engine improvements provide performance gains, reduced noise, and better efficiency. Netjets has agreed to acquire 1,500 Cessna Citation Ascends.
