NetJets Citation Latitude Diverts to Richmond After Elevator Damage

RICHMOND, Va. — A NetJets Cessna 680A Citation Latitude diverted to Richmond International Airport on February 27, 2026, after the crew discovered substantial damage to the aircraft's elevator during flight.

The business jet, registration N519QS, was en route from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) when the crew made the precautionary diversion to Richmond International Airport (RIC) in Virginia.

Post-landing inspection confirmed substantial damage to the elevator, according to the Aviation Safety Network (ASN). No fatalities or injuries were reported in the incident.

The incident has been logged by the ASN, with the FAA and NTSB cited as sources. The cause of the elevator damage has not been disclosed.

NetJets operates one of the world's largest fleets of business jets, including multiple Cessna 680A Citation Latitude aircraft, providing fractional ownership and charter services to clients worldwide.