In this year’s Best of the Best, the Textron Aviation Citation CJ3 Gen2 claims the title of best super mid-sized jet
While it was no surprise that Textron Aviation would sequence through one of its most successful models for a next-generation treatment, the Citation CJ3 Gen2 update still rocks, making it our pick for best of the super-midsized fleet. Inside, the revised CJ3 looks and feels like a bigger jet than its predecessor, with an interior that its engineers are justifiably proud of—from the articulating seats to the use of eco-friendly materials throughout. On the flight deck, the updated Garmin G3000, coupled with the new GDL 60 data link, transforms the pilot’s suite into a connected cockpit. The jet has a maximum cruise of 416 knots true airspeed, a maximum range of 2,040 nautical miles and a landing distance of 2,770ft.
