Citation CJ3
Light Jet
- Range
- 1,875nm
- Seats
- 6
Light JetICAO C55B
Citation Bravo
The Citation Bravo is a light jet valued for straightforward operation, efficient short- and medium-range travel, and access to smaller airports, with a comfortable cabin for typical four- to seven-passenger missions.
- Max range
- 1,740nm
- Typical seats
- 7
- Ceiling
- 45,000ft
- Cabin height
- 55in
How far can the Citation Bravo fly?
The Citation Bravo's maximum range is 1,740 nautical miles — 968 nm less than the Learjet 36A, the longest-legged Light Jet in our set.
Reach
Nonstop from New York
Teterboro · TEB — click a point, or focus the map and use arrow keys
Departure
Departure point: New York, Teterboro · TEB.
- Citation Bravo1,740 nm
Great-circle reach at maximum published range — a still-air planning figure. Winds, payload, and reserves reduce real-world reach.
| Maximum range | 1,740 nm |
|---|---|
| Max operating speed | 275 KIAS |
| Service ceiling | 45,000 ft |
| FAA landing distance | 2,517 ft |
| Typical passengers | 7 |
|---|---|
| Typical crew | 2 |
| Cabin length | 188 in |
| Cabin width | 56 in |
| Cabin height | 55 in |
| Cabin volume | 292 cu ft |
| Baggage volume | 74 cu ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 14,800 lbs |
|---|---|
| Thrust per engine | 2,887 lbf |
| Engines | 2 |
| Engine model | Pratt & Whitney Canada PW530A |
| Exterior length | 47.2 ft |
| Wingspan | 52 ft |
Aircraft decision brief
Where the Citation Bravo fits
Model overview
About the Citation Bravo
Produced through 2006, the Bravo combined the familiar Citation II cabin with more efficient Pratt & Whitney Canada engines, trailing-link landing gear, and updated avionics. It remains attractive to owner-operators and small flight departments seeking predictable utility without moving into a larger jet category.
Its strengths are runway flexibility, relatively modest operating requirements, and a practical balance of cabin size and range. As with most light jets, real-world range and baggage planning depend on passenger load, weather, reserves, and runway conditions.
Mission fit
Best for
- Regional business travel
- Owner-operated or lean flight departments
- Four- to seven-passenger missions
- Smaller-airport access
Decision lens
Key advantages
- Efficient light-jet operating profile
- Comfortable trailing-link landing gear
- Straightforward systems and support
- Good short-field utility
Planning lens
Ownership considerations
Buyers should evaluate engine program status, hot-section and overhaul timing, avionics capability, pressurization and environmental systems, windshield condition, and logbook continuity. A lower-priced aircraft with deferred engine or avionics needs can quickly lose its apparent advantage.
The Bravo has a broad support base, but individual aircraft may range from largely original to extensively modernized. Mission analysis should confirm payload and range needs, especially for hot-weather, high-elevation, or baggage-heavy trips.
Category context
How it compares
Compared with the Citation Encore, the Bravo generally offers a lower acquisition cost and simpler mission profile, while the Encore provides more performance and range. The CJ2 is faster and uses a more modern straight-wing Citation design, but its cabin and ownership tradeoffs differ.
Common questions
What is the maximum range of the Citation Bravo?
Published model specifications list a maximum range of 1,740 nautical miles. Actual mission range varies with passenger load, baggage, weather, reserves, runway conditions, and aircraft configuration.Published model specifications list a maximum range of 1,740 nautical miles. Actual mission range varies with passenger load, baggage, weather, reserves, runway conditions, and aircraft configuration.
How many passengers can the Citation Bravo carry?
The typical configuration accommodates 7 passengers. The cabin measures approximately 55 inches high and 56 inches wide, although individual interiors and seating layouts vary.The typical configuration accommodates 7 passengers. The cabin measures approximately 55 inches high and 56 inches wide, although individual interiors and seating layouts vary.
What should buyers consider before purchasing a Citation Bravo?
Buyers should evaluate engine program status, hot-section and overhaul timing, avionics capability, pressurization and environmental systems, windshield condition, and logbook continuity. A lower-priced aircraft with deferred engine or avionics needs can quickly lose its apparent advantage.Buyers should evaluate engine program status, hot-section and overhaul timing, avionics capability, pressurization and environmental systems, windshield condition, and logbook continuity. A lower-priced aircraft with deferred engine or avionics needs can quickly lose its apparent advantage.
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Facts current as of July 18, 2026