Textron Aviation has launched a powerful upgrade for Cessna Citation and SkyCourier operators, introducing a new Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) service option designed to sharpen operational performance and safety.

By Jarryd Sinovich

Through its advanced LinxUs ecosystem, Textron now enables data transfer via GE Aerospace’s C-FOQA service—adding to its suite of FOQA providers, including ForeFlight, Safran, and Cron Aviation. The system requires no additional hardware and delivers real-time data insights straight from the aircraft.

This move puts more control in the hands of pilots and fleet operators, offering faster diagnostics, real-time fault monitoring, and predictive maintenance capability. It also allows Textron’s service teams to pre-position support, boosting turnaround and mission readiness.

“This is about enhancing the flying experience from the inside out,” said Brian Rohloff, SVP of Customer Support at Textron Aviation. “With more flexible FOQA options, our customers are better equipped to make smarter, faster, safer decisions.”

Whether flying high in a Citation or running cargo in a SkyCourier, Textron’s upgraded FDM options ensure every mission is supported by next-gen data intelligence.For aviators, it’s one more reason to keep flying Textron.