DALaviation Named First CJ4 Gen2 Customer in Europe

DALaviation Switzerland is the first European customer for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2, Textron Aviation announced on Wednesday. The $10.75 million twinjet will be the third aircraft to join the Geneva-based charter operator’s fleet, which includes a CJ2+ and a CJ1.

The Citation CJ4 received EASA type certification in 2011, and certification of the Gen2’s interior is expected in June, the Wichita airframer said. Textron Aviation announced the Gen2 in February as an upgraded model with new folding airstairs with a lower step to the ground, step lighting, and handrail; added seating options; new ambient lighting, and a galley with improved storage.

“Citation business jets have a solid reputation among our customers as reliable, high-quality aircraft, and we are proud to be the first company in Europe to add the CJ4 Gen2 to our charter fleet,” said DALaviation founder and CEO Nicolas Trefeil. “Flexibility and wellness are top-of-mind for our customers as travel resumes, and our client base is growing as people are increasingly turning to charter services for an exclusive and comfortable flying experience. The CJ4 Gen2 will help us continue expanding our business.”