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When
people refer to a Citation business jet, there might be
some confusion as to the specific airplane under discussion.
Each model is substantially different from the last. The
most significant delineating factor is the straight wing
design of the smaller Citations versus the swept wing of
the larger planes.
The brief chronology
and description of each Citation model, together with its
current production status, might help in understanding the
Citation's lineage.
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Clyde Vernon Cessna
1879-1954
General Aviation Pioneer the Founder of Cessna Aircraft
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The Wright Brothers
A Celebration of the Centennial of Flight
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The
Citation Mustang
n
Is a light T-tail twinjet with seating for 4 passengers in center club
configuration and a forward side-facing lavatory. Preliminary figures
indicate an overall length of 38 ft 11 inches, wingspan of 42 feet and 3
inches and a height of 13 feet 9 inches. Maximum takeoff weight, though
not firmly nailed down yet, will likely be between 7,800 and 8,200 lbs.
Powerplants- Pratt & Whitney of Canada APW615F provides 1350-lb of
thrust flat-rated to ISA + 10 and features full authority digital engine
control (FADEC). Cessna anticipated the Mustang's cruising speed 340
knots at FL350, with a VFR range of 1,300 NM including cruise at the
aircraft's FL410 max operating altitude and a balance field of 3,100
feet.
Avionics- Garmin International Inc. will provide an all-glass
flight deck for its Citation Mustang, currently under development.
Garmin's new G1000 integrated avionics system features a 15-inch
multifunction display, as well as two 10-inch primary flight
displays--one for each pilot. Owners will have weather, traffic, and
terrain awareness at their fingertips.
Cessna intends to make a decision
on the avionics supplier by the end of the first quarter of 2003 and
will be a full glass cockpit. Price tag fully equipped $2.4 good through
2005 with type certification planned in mid-2006 and first delivery in
the 4th quarter of 2006 .
Garmin G1000 Avionics for the Cessna Mustang www.garmin.com/products/g1000
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Citation 500
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The first Citation jet, made its initial flight
in 1971. Deliveries to customers began in 1972. Production
was discontinued in 1977. Serial CE500-0001 through 0349 |
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The
Citation I n
An improved 500, was built between 1977 and 1985,
when production ceased. CE500-0350 through 0689 |
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The
Citation Jet CJ/CJ1 n
First flown
in April 1992, has been dubbed a rebirth of the original
Citation 500. The Citation Jet production line opened in
late 1992 until 2000 with the CJ1 coming on line in 2000
with serial number CE525-0360. Improvements such as increased
payload and Collins Pro Line 21.
The Citation Jet CJ1+ n
Designated as a model 525, the CJ1+ will receive FAR Part 23 certification. The first aircraft will have serial number 525-0600. The introductory base price of the Citation CJ1+ for 2005 delivery is $4,095,000. Cessna anticipates Citation CJ1+ type certification in the summer of 2005 with first delivery in the fourth quarter of 2005
The Citation CJ1+ is powered by the new Williams’ FJ44-1AP dual-channel FADEC controlled engine. At 41,000 feet, the CJ1+ can travel more than 20 knots faster than the CJ1. Plus, the 100-pound gross weight increase of the CJ1+ allows it to carry more payload greater distances. Maximum IFR range with single pilot and three passengers is 1,285 nm. Source: Cessna Aircraft October 12, 2004
The standard Citation CJ1+ Collins Pro Line 21 avionics package is nearly identical to the system offered on the new Citation CJ2+ and Citation CJ3. It features a standard configuration of three 8-inch by 10-inch active matrix color liquid crystal displays, two air data computers, file server system with cursor control panel and enhanced map overlays, Pro Line 21 CNS radios, broadcast weather, and Collins FMS-3000 with performance database. Optional CJ1+ avionics equipment includes electronic charts showing geo-referenced aircraft position on airport diagrams, interactive graphical weather, and Honeywell Mark VIII EGPWS.
The four-place interior of the CJ1+ has received substantial upgrades. Cessna’s standard CJ1+ features now include a left-hand belted flushing toilet, deluxe refreshment center, indirect lighting, and over water life vests. The Citation CJ1+ also takes advantage of the interior design advancements of Cessna’s larger Citations.
Compared to the Citation CJ1, the Citation CJ1+ offers customers 17 once optional features as standard and 10 brand new features. Some of these standard CJ1+ features include a copilot PFD, flight management system (FMS), broadcast graphical weather, Skywatch HP, and Landmark TAWS. In addition to an expanded standard features equipment list, the CJ1+ is also equipped with many standard features that were never available on the CJ1 such as integrated avionics, FMS performance database, FADEC engines, electronic checklist, and maintenance diagnostic system.
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The
Citation Jet CJ2 n
Introduced in 2001 the
CJ2 has increased the cabin length by three
feet giving a forward club seating configuration with two
aft seats, 30 knots speed increase, service ceiling of 45,000
feet, Williams FJ44-2C and increase aft baggage space..
The Citation Jet CJ2+ n
Cessna anticipates FAA certification for the Citation CJ2+ in the fall of 2005 and first customer delivery in the first quarter of 2006. The price of a 2004 Citation CJ2+ is $5,525,000.
The Citation CJ2+ will provide FADEC engines, increased maximum payload, and more standard equipment compared to an equally equipped Citation CJ2.
Like its predecessor, the Citation CJ2+ will be designated as a model 525A and will serve single pilot operators. It will receive FAR Part 23 certification normal category. Preliminary performance and specifications for the Citation CJ2+ are dramatic improvements to the Citation CJ2.
The Citation CJ2+ will be powered by Williams’ FJ44-3A-24 dual-channel FADEC engine. The FJ44-3A-24 engine is similar to the Citation CJ3’s FJ44-3A engine. However, compared to the Citation CJ3, the Citation CJ2+ engine will be de-rated to 2,400 pounds of thrust. The new engine on the Citation CJ2+ offers advantages over the current Citation CJ2 including FADECs and better thrust specific fuel consumption.
The Collins Pro Line 21 avionics encompass many of the same features as the Citation CJ3. The Primary Flight Displays (PFD) and enhanced Multi-Function Display (MFD) are presented on three 8-inch by 10-inch active matrix color liquid crystal displays. The copilot’s PFD with second air data computer is standard equipment and will meet the FAA’s reduced vertical separation minimum (RVSM) requirements. Other integrated avionics features include a file server system with cursor control panel and enhanced map overlays, Pro Line 21 CNS radios, and Collins FMS-3000 with performance database. The CJ2+ will have standard broadcast graphical weather showing NEXRAD information, text METARs, and text TAFs. Optional CJ2+ avionics equipment includes electronic charts showing geo-referenced position on airports, interactive graphical weather, and Honeywell Mark VIII EGPWS.
In the cabin, new standard items include 110 volt electrical outlets (two outlets in the cabin and one in cockpit), left-hand belted flushing toilet, left-hand storage, and indirect LED lighting.
The Citation CJ2+ comes equipped with 17 of the Citation CJ2’s most popular options, plus 10 new features that were unavailable on the Citation CJ2. Cessna has chosen to make this equipment standard on the Citation CJ2+ in order to provide customers with a greater value proposition. Some of these standard CJ2+ features include a copilot PFD, flight management system (FMS), broadcast weather, Skywatch HP, and Landmark TAWS. In addition to an expanded standard features equipment list, the Citation CJ2+ is also equipped with many standard features that were never available on the CJ2 such as integrated avionics, enhanced MFD, enhanced map overlays, FMS performance database, FADEC engines, electronic checklist, and maintenance diagnostic system.
Source: Cessna Aircraft October 12, 2004
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The
Citation CJ3
n
The first flight of the CJ3 is planned
for the second quarter of 2003 with certification under
FAR Part 23 Computer Category since the aircraft gross
weight is heavier than 12,500. This is slated for later
this year. Deliveries of the $5.895 million (2003) CJ3,
designated the Model 525B, are scheduled to begin in the
third quarter of 2004. The new tailcone is 24 inches longer
for passenger comfort than the CJ2 and expanded standard
and optional avionics. Avionics will include full Collins
Pro Line 21 CNS radios, Collins FMS-3000, FMS performance
database. The
database will provide takeoff and landing performance data
at the customer's fingertips. Additionally, V-speeds will
be calculated and posted to the primary flight display
(PFD). In addition Goodrich's LandMark Class-B TAWS,
Goodrich Skywatch TCAS I. Like the rest of the citation
jet series, the 1,664 NM (NBAA IFR) CJ3 is designed for
single pilot operations at a certified altitude of FL450.
The FADEC-controlled, 2,780 lbs thrust Williams FJ44-3A
engines (14% more takeoff thrust and 12% more cruise thrust
than the FJ44-2C) will yield a high-speed cruise of 417
knots at FL330 while burning about 1,300 pph. The CJ2 speed
is 410 knots and the Bravo is 403 knots at the same FL330.
The TBO is expected to be 4,000 hours. Balanced field of
3,450 feet at sea level at a maximum takeoff weight of
13,870 pounds (CJ2 12,375) is only 30 feet longer than
the CJ2 and 150 less than the citation Bravo. The useable
fuel load is planned for 5,510 pounds. Warranty will include
5 years/5000 hours for airframe and avionics. Engines will
have a 3 year/ 1500 hour warranty. January 2003 Cessna
holding orders for more than 160 CJ3s.
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The
Citation II/Bravo
n
Built between 1978 and 1984, quickly became
the worldwide best selling business jet. Customer demand
resulted in a reopening of the production line in 1987.
The airplane was being manufactured until 1995. In April
of 1997 the Bravo rolled out with improvement over the
heavy II with trailing-link gear, P&W 530A engines,
45,000' surface ceiling, Primus 1000 avionics and increased
payload. Citation II Serial CE550-0002 through CE550-0505, Citation II Classic Serial CE550-0550 through 0626 and Citation II Heavy CE550-0627 through CE550-0733. Citation Bravo Serial CE550-0801 and ON |
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The
Citation S/II n
Replaced the II in 1984. Built was a highly efficient
supercritical wing, this model was last produced in 1989.
Serial CES550-0001 through 0160 |
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The
Citation V/Ultra/Encore n
Basically a stretched S/II by 24" and features
additional engine thrust. A popular airplane, it was in
production in late 1992. In May 1994 and improved version,
the Ultra, was introduced giving it a greater range, added
thrust and updated avionics package. Production ended in
1999 with the Encore in 2000. Improvements, trailing-link
gear, P&W 535A engines and total wind anti-icing (bleed
air).
Citation V Serial CE560-0001 through CE5600259, Citation Ultra CE560-0260 through CE560-0538 and Encore CE560-0539 and ON |
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The
Citation XL & XLS n
The Citation XL has the body style of the Citation X
and the wing and tail of the Ultra, made its first delivery
in July of 1998. This aircraft was designed for the customer
that wanted a spacious stand up cabin but with the performance
close to the Ultra/Encore and a price increase of 2.5
million. Last Citation XL unit number will be 5372 delivered
in 2004.
The first Citation XLS unit number 5501 set to deliver in June 2004 the Citation XL will become to be known as
the Citation XLS. The Citation XLS combines Citation Excel
comfort with significant improvements to performance and
avionics. Price tag is set for $9,895,000 (2003).
Preliminary data for the XLS indicates a 200-pound gross
weight increase over the Excel, which allows operators
to carry more payload greater distances. Maximum IFR range
with two pilots and five passengers is 1,945 nm, an increase
of 225 nm. The XLS is powered by Pratt & Whitney's
new PW545B engines that provide 3,991 pounds of thrust
each, an increase of 4.9% compared to the Excel. This additional
thrust provides remarkable cruise speeds and climb performance.
At its maximum takeoff weight, the XLS is able to climb
directly to 45,000 feet in 25 minutes, and cruise at 428
knots true air speed at 45,000 ft.
The XLS cockpit features the all new Honeywell Primus 1000
Control Display System (CDS) avionics system with three
8" x 10" liquid crystal displays; two primary
flight displays (PFD), one for each pilot; and one multi-function display (MFD).
The system's modernized displays present drop down menus that are accessed through
a cursor controlled joystick in the pedestal. The Primus 1000 CDS is controlled
by an Integrated Avionics Computer that contains multiple functions including
the flight management system, global positioning system, flight director and
autopilot. The system is also equipped with Honeywell's emergency descent mode
that provides protection for crew and passenger in the event of a loss of pressurization
by directing the flight control system to turn the aircraft 90 degrees to the
left and descend to 15,000 feet altitude. All standard XLS avionics have been
repackaged and are now stored in the nose of the aircraft for ease of maintenance.
The substantially expanded XLS standard equipment list incorporates over $600,000
of once optional Excel equipment. The nine-place interior includes a six-place
center club-seating configuration, with a two-place belted couch and aft left-hand
belted seat. New passenger seats have been added that provide two to four inches
additional cushion width. On the flight deck, all new crew seats from Goodrich
Aerospace will be standard. These seats articulate in several positions for maximum
comfort on both long and short flights. The latest technology in interior switching
has been incorporated as standard to control lighting, cabin temperature, window
shades and audio/video equipment. Traditional cabin lighting has been replaced
with LED lights, which produce less heat and are more reliable. Additional new
cabinetry has been added and veneer cabinetry is now standard. Other new standard
equipment includes: APU, UNS-1ESP, TCAS II, and EGPWS.
Another major enhancement to the XLS is the brake control system. Cessna has
improved the brakes by moving the brake fluid reservoir, accumulator and hydraulic
power pack to the left-hand faring. This allows for better maintainability and
accessibility.
The XLS will be delivered with a comprehensive standard warranty: five years
or 5,000 hours on the airframe and Honeywell Primus 1000 CDS avionics; five years
or 2,500 hours on the Pratt & Whitney engines; and one year for paint, interior,
and other supplier items.
Citation XL Serial CE560XL-5002 through 5372 and Citation XLS Serial CE560XL-5501 and ON |
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The
Citation III n
The first Citation to feather a larger airframe
size, swept supercritical wings, and totally different engines.
Its maiden flight was in 1982 with production ending in 1991. Serial CE650-0001- through CE650-0199 and CE650-0203 through CE650-0206. |
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The
Citation IV n
Intended as a "stretched" Citation III feathering
a higher maximum takeoff weight. This model was dropped
while in the design phase due to anticipated performance
inadequacies. |
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The
Citation VI n
An economy version of the Citation III that trims
approximately $1 million from the price of the III. The cost
reduction is achieved by among other changes, the substitution
of an analog autopilot system and a standard interior. The
aircraft was introduced in late 1992 with production ending
in 1995.
Serial CE650-0200 through CE650-0200 and CE650-0207 through CE650-0241 |
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The
Citation VII n
The top-of-the-line business aircraft for Cessna
until the Citation X came out in 1996. The VII was being produced
in late 1992 until December 2000. The aircraft has the highest
thrust turbofans of any Citation with the exception of the
Citation X. Serial CE650-7001 through CE650-7119 |
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The
Citation Sovereign n
FAA certification is
planned by the fourth quarter of 2003 with first delivery
in June 2004. With the new wing design the Mmo speed
increased from Mach 0.78 to 0.80. The aircraft will offer
a range of 3,040 miles, 47,000 feet service ceiling,
444 maximum cruise speed, cabin length of 290 inches,
eight greater than the Citation , double club seating
with a forward couch for two passengers.
Serial CE680-0001 and On |
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The
Citation X n
Made its first delivery in September of 1996, and is the next generation Citation for Cessna. Large, new technology Allison turbofans, a highly swept supercritical wing, and an area ruled fuselage should make this bird the fastest business jet in the world. In 2002 Cessna starting with serial number -0173 and On received an upgraded AE3007C1 engine from Roll-Royce/Allison with improved hot section parts that allow for higher ITT for takeoff, cruise and climb. Engine Inspection interval is 6,000 hours.
Features of the upgraded Citation X include an increase in maximum takeoff weight of 400 lbs, from 35,700 lbs to 36,100 lbs. The gross weight change delivers a notable increase in passenger capacity with full fuel. Citation X operators will be able to carry up to seven passengers with full fuel in a typically equipped airplane. The result of the five percent thrust increase in the Roll-Royce AE 3007C-1 engines is to significantly reduce required takeoff field lengths. With the increase in takeoff thrust on the Citation X engines from 6,442 lbs of thrust per side to 6,764 lbs of thrust. (The range and .92 mach cruise speed of the Citation X will remain virtually unchanged.
Equipment that is now standard on the 2002 Citation X includes: Honeywell’s traffic collision avoidance system (TCAS II) and enhanced ground proximity warning system (EGPWS), a Litton locator beacon (ELT), the Teledyne angle-of-attack indicator/indexer, tail flood lights, red strobe lights, pulse-lights, a 76 cu ft oxygen bottle, a lighted chart holder, SATCOM antenna provisions, a cockpit voice recorder, VHF AFIS, and provisions for both a flight data recorder and second high frequency transceiver. Serial CE750-0001 through CE750-0172 and CE750-0173 and On
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Mailing
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