Citation 500
Very Light Jet
- Range
- 1,130nm
- Seats
- 6
Very Light JetICAO C525
Citation CJ1+
The Citation CJ1+ is a single-pilot light jet prized for straightforward operation, efficient FJ44 power and access to smaller airports.
- Max range
- 1,245nm
- Typical seats
- 5
- Ceiling
- 41,000ft
- Cabin height
- 56in
How far can the Citation CJ1+ fly?
The Citation CJ1+'s maximum range is 1,245 nautical miles — 368 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 CJ1+1,245 nm
Great-circle reach at maximum published range — a still-air planning figure. Winds, payload, and reserves reduce real-world reach.
| Maximum range | 1,245 nm |
|---|---|
| Max operating speed | 263 KIAS |
| Service ceiling | 41,000 ft |
| FAA landing distance | 2,361 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 | 45 cu ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 10,700 lbs |
|---|---|
| Thrust per engine | 2,100 lbf |
| Engines | 2 |
| Engine model | Williams/Rolls-Royce FJ44-1AP |
| Exterior length | 42.6 ft |
| Wingspan | 46.8 ft |
Aircraft decision brief
Where the Citation CJ1+ fits
Model overview
About the Citation CJ1+
The CJ1+ updated the CJ1 with FADEC-equipped FJ44 engines and a Collins Pro Line 21 flight deck. Its compact cabin and modest runway needs suit short regional trips, owner-flown operations and small corporate flight departments.
Production concluded in 2011 as Cessna rationalized the lower end of the CJ line. The model remains relevant where operating simplicity and airport access matter more than cabin size or long range.
Mission fit
Best for
- Owner-pilot operations
- Short regional business trips
- Smaller-airport access
Decision lens
Key advantages
- Single-pilot certification
- Efficient FADEC-equipped FJ44 engines
- Simple and familiar CJ handling
Planning lens
Ownership considerations
Confirm engine-program status, hot-section and overhaul position, cycle history and compliance with current service information. Training, insurance and recurrent requirements should be evaluated for the intended pilot profile.
Payload is sensitive to passenger count and full fuel. Review actual empty weight, avionics databases, deice condition, cabin connectivity and damage history for the individual aircraft.
Category context
How it compares
The CJ1+ is smaller and shorter-ranged than the CJ2+ or CJ3, but it can be less costly to acquire and operate. The Citation M2 offers newer cabin and avionics features, while the CJ1+ retains a simpler legacy-value proposition.
Common questions
What is the maximum range of the Citation CJ1+?
The published specification lists a maximum range of 1,245 nautical miles for the Citation CJ1+.The published specification lists a maximum range of 1,245 nautical miles for the Citation CJ1+. Actual trip capability varies with payload, winds, temperature, reserves, routing and runway conditions.
How many passengers can the Citation CJ1+ carry?
The Citation CJ1+ is listed for 5 passengers with a typical crew of 1.The Citation CJ1+ is listed for 5 passengers with a typical crew of 1. The published cabin dimensions are 132 inches long, 56 inches wide, 56 inches high. Published baggage volume is 45 cubic feet. Actual seating and usable payload depend on the individual aircraft configuration and installed equipment.
What should buyers review before acquiring the Citation CJ1+?
Confirm engine-program status, hot-section and overhaul position, cycle history and compliance with current service information.Confirm engine-program status, hot-section and overhaul position, cycle history and compliance with current service information. Training, insurance and recurrent requirements should be evaluated for the intended pilot profile. Payload is sensitive to passenger count and full fuel. Review actual empty weight, avionics databases, deice condition, cabin connectivity and damage history for the individual aircraft.
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