Cessna Citation Ascend — Type Certificate

This document is a Type Certificate Data Sheet (TCDS) related to the Commission Regulation (EC) No 29/2009, which outlines the requirements for Data Link Services (DLS) in the European Union. It provides a comprehensive review of exemptions granted for specific aircraft types, including the Cessna Citation Ascend. The document is intended for aviation authorities, aircraft operators, and manufacturers, detailing the criteria for exemptions and the regulatory framework necessary for compliance with DLS requirements. It highlights the importance of equipping aircraft with data link capabilities and the implications of these regulations on operational efficiency and safety in European airspace.

• Aircraft delivered after January 1, 2011, must be equipped for CPDLC.
• Retrofit for older aircraft is required by February 5, 2015.
• Automatic exemptions apply to aircraft with certificates issued before January 1, 2014.
• Exemption requests must be submitted to the European Commission by December 31, 2012.
• The Cessna Citation Ascend is included in the list of aircraft eligible for specific exemptions.