NetJets Citation Longitude Makes Emergency Landing in Ohio
A NetJets Cessna Citation Longitude made an emergency landing at Akron-Canton Airport in Ohio after its nose landing gear failed to extend
An incident occurred at Akron-Canton Airport in Ohio involving a NetJets Cessna Citation Longitude, which was forced to make an emergency landing due to a malfunction of its nose landing gear. The aircraft, registered as N803QS, was operating as NetJets Flight EJA803 from Washington Dulles International Airport to Akron-Canton.
## Incident Details The emergency landing took place at approximately 12:53 local time, with the aircraft touching down on its main landing gear before the pilots held the nose off the runway for several seconds. The nose then settled onto the pavement as the aircraft slowed, resulting in damage to its nose and underside.
## Aircraft and Operator Information The aircraft involved in the incident is a 2020 Textron Aviation Model 700 Citation Longitude, registered for fractional ownership. NetJets, the operator, had ordered up to 175 Longitudes in 2018, including 50 firm orders and options for another 125, making them the fleet launch customer for the aircraft.
## Aircraft Specifications The Citation Longitude is the largest aircraft in Cessna’s current business jet lineup, powered by two Honeywell HTF7700L turbofan engines. Its key specifications are as follows: | Specification | Value | | --- | --- | | Maximum Range | 3,500 nautical miles | | Passenger Capacity | up to 12 passengers | | Engine Type | Honeywell HTF7700L turbofan engines |
The cause of the landing gear malfunction has not been determined, and an investigation is likely to follow. Fortunately, the two pilots on board exited without injury, and no passengers were aboard at the time of the incident. The City of Green Fire Division and Akron-Canton Airport emergency crews responded to the incident, ensuring a safe outcome.
