Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2
Succeeded by the CJ3 Gen3, unveiled in October 2024 (entry into service projected for 2027).
The Citation CJ3 Gen2 at a glance
Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 is a light jet from Cessna Citation. Succeeded by the CJ3 Gen3, unveiled in October 2024 (entry into service projected for 2027).
What matters on the Citation CJ3 Gen2
- Sits between the M2 and CJ4 in the Citation line-up.
- Gen2 owners were told they would be offered a service bulletin to add Garmin Emergency Autoland after Gen3 certification.
- Confirm engine programme coverage and avionics configuration.
Published figures
| Range | 2,040 nm |
|---|---|
| Passengers | Up to 9 |
| Speed | 416 ktas |
| Engines | 2 × Williams International FJ44-3A |
| Cabin | 15 ft 8 in L × 57 in H × 58 in W |
| Takeoff distance | 3,180 ft |
Figures as published by the sources listed below; third-party sources are marked. Actual performance depends on configuration, payload, weather and the rules that apply to the operation.
Cabin and comfort
Published cabin: 15 ft 8 in L × 57 in H × 58 in W.
Cabins are compact; most do not allow standing. The PC-24 has the longest cabin in this group.
Layouts differ between aircraft of the same type. When comparing aircraft for sale, compare floor plans, seat count, galley, lavatory and connectivity, not only the type.
Range and mission suitability
Published range: 2,040 nm. Speed: 416 ktas.
Typical use in this category: Trips of roughly 1,500 to 2,100 nm maximum, typically shorter with full cabins.
Published ranges assume specific conditions, such as passenger load, reserves and cruise speed. For a particular route, EDAERO checks real-world capability with your operator or flight planner.
Airports and runways
Published takeoff distance: 3,180 ft.
Runway requirements change with weight, temperature and airport elevation. Check performance for your most demanding airports before committing to a type.
What drives the cost
- Fuel, maintenance and engine programme costs per flight hour
- Crew: owner-pilot, single professional pilot or two-pilot crew
- Hangar, insurance and training
- Scheduled inspections and avionics updates
An estimate for your aircraft
No operating-cost figures are published on this page. Costs depend on the specific aircraft, utilisation, base, crew model and maintenance programmes. EDAERO prepares an aircraft-specific estimate on request, marked as an estimate, with the assumptions shown.
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