Citation 500
Very Light Jet
- Range
- 1,130nm
- Seats
- 6
Very Light JetICAO C525
Citation CJ1
Citation CJ1 is a very light jet designed around operational utility, airport access, and straightforward mission planning, with a typical 5-passenger configuration and a published maximum range of 1,161 nautical miles.
- Max range
- 1,161nm
- Typical seats
- 5
- Ceiling
- 41,000ft
- Cabin height
- 56in
How far can the Citation CJ1 fly?
The Citation CJ1's maximum range is 1,161 nautical miles — 452 nm less than the Citation CJ2+, the longest-legged Very 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 CJ11,161 nm
Great-circle reach at maximum published range — a still-air planning figure. Winds, payload, and reserves reduce real-world reach.
| Maximum range | 1,161 nm |
|---|---|
| Max operating speed | 263 KIAS |
| Service ceiling | 41,000 ft |
| FAA landing distance | 2,488 ft |
| Typical passengers | 5 |
|---|---|
| Typical crew | 1 |
| Cabin length | 132 in |
| Cabin width | 56 in |
| Cabin height | 56 in |
| Cabin volume | 201 cu ft |
| Baggage volume | 59 cu ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 10,600 lbs |
|---|---|
| Thrust per engine | 1,965 lbf |
| Engines | 2 |
| Engine model | Williams/Rolls-Royce FJ44-1A |
| Exterior length | 42.6 ft |
| Wingspan | 46.9 ft |
Aircraft decision brief
Where the Citation CJ1 fits
Model overview
About the Citation CJ1
Citation CJ1 sits within the Citation family as a Very Light Jet. Its published specifications pair a 2-engine configuration with a 41,000-foot service ceiling and mission capability suited to short regional and point-to-point missions.
The cabin is approximately 56 inches high and 56 inches wide, with 201 cubic feet of cabin volume and 59 cubic feet of baggage capacity. Published field length is 2,488 feet; actual runway and range performance varies with payload, weather, elevation, temperature, reserves, and aircraft configuration.
Mission fit
Best for
- Short regional and point-to-point missions
- Typical missions carrying up to 5 passengers
- Slim-profile, compact cabin requirements
- Operators who value shorter-field flexibility
Decision lens
Key advantages
- Published maximum range of 1,161 nautical miles
- 56-inch cabin height and 56-inch cabin width
- 201 cubic feet of cabin volume
- 41,000-foot service ceiling
Planning lens
Ownership considerations
Prospective owners should test the Citation CJ1's payload, range, runway, baggage, and cabin profile against their recurring missions. Published maximum figures are planning references; real-world capability depends on loading, reserves, weather, airport conditions, and the individual aircraft's configuration.
For a pre-owned example, diligence should address engine and auxiliary-power-unit status, program coverage, logbook continuity, calendar- and cycle-driven inspections, landing gear, pressurization, corrosion, avionics supportability, cabin systems, prior repairs, and parts availability. Upcoming maintenance and modernization can outweigh a low acquisition price.
Category context
How it compares
Within the Citation family, the closest published mission-profile comparisons are Citation CJ1+ and Citation M2. The Citation CJ1 lists 1,161 nautical miles of maximum range and 201 cubic feet of cabin volume, versus 1,245 nautical miles and 201 cubic feet for the Citation CJ1+, and 1,195 nautical miles and 201 cubic feet for the Citation M2. Buyers should also compare payload, runway performance, maintenance status, configuration, and total ownership budget.
Common questions
What is the maximum range of the Citation CJ1?
Published model specifications list a maximum range of 1,161 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 1,161 nautical miles. Actual mission range varies with passenger load, baggage, weather, reserves, runway conditions, and aircraft configuration. A mission-specific performance review is appropriate before purchase or trip planning.
How many passengers can the Citation CJ1 carry?
The typical configuration accommodates 5 passengers. The cabin measures approximately 56 inches high and 56 inches wide, although individual interiors and seating layouts vary.The typical configuration accommodates 5 passengers, with approximately 201 cubic feet of cabin volume and 59 cubic feet of baggage capacity. The cabin measures approximately 56 inches high and 56 inches wide. Actual seating, amenities, baggage access, and usable space vary by completion and configuration.
What should buyers consider before purchasing a Citation CJ1?
Buyers should evaluate mission fit, engine and maintenance status, inspection timing, records, avionics, cabin systems, training, insurance, and support. The individual aircraft's condition and configuration can matter more than age or asking price alone.Prospective owners should test the Citation CJ1's payload, range, runway, baggage, and cabin profile against their recurring missions. Published maximum figures are planning references; real-world capability depends on loading, reserves, weather, airport conditions, and the individual aircraft's configuration. For a pre-owned example, diligence should address engine and auxiliary-power-unit status, program coverage, logbook continuity, calendar- and cycle-driven inspections, landing gear, pressurization, corrosion, avionics supportability, cabin systems, prior repairs, and parts availability. Upcoming maintenance and modernization can outweigh a low acquisition price.
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Market position
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Facts current as of July 18, 2026