Citation 500
Very Light Jet
- Range
- 1,130nm
- Seats
- 6
Very Light JetICAO C500
Citation I
Citation I is a very light jet designed around operational utility, airport access, and straightforward mission planning, with a typical 6-passenger configuration and a published maximum range of 750 nautical miles.
- Max range
- 750nm
- Typical seats
- 6
- Ceiling
- 41,000ft
- Cabin height
- 51in
How far can the Citation I fly?
The Citation I's maximum range is 750 nautical miles — 863 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 I750 nm
Great-circle reach at maximum published range — a still-air planning figure. Winds, payload, and reserves reduce real-world reach.
| Maximum range | 750 nm |
|---|---|
| Max operating speed | 262 KIAS |
| Service ceiling | 41,000 ft |
| FAA landing distance | 2,270 ft |
| Typical passengers | 6 |
|---|---|
| Typical crew | 2 |
| Cabin length | 151 in |
| Cabin width | 57 in |
| Cabin height | 51 in |
| Cabin volume | 373 cu ft |
| Baggage volume | 63 cu ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 11,850 lbs |
|---|---|
| Thrust per engine | 2,200 lbf |
| Engines | 2 |
| Engine model | Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1A |
| Exterior length | 43.5 ft |
| Wingspan | 47.1 ft |
Aircraft decision brief
Where the Citation I fits
Model overview
About the Citation I
Citation I 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 51 inches high and 57 inches wide, with 373 cubic feet of cabin volume and 63 cubic feet of baggage capacity. Published field length is 2,270 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 6 passengers
- Slim-profile, compact cabin requirements
- Operators who value shorter-field flexibility
Decision lens
Key advantages
- Published maximum range of 750 nautical miles
- 51-inch cabin height and 57-inch cabin width
- 373 cubic feet of cabin volume
- 41,000-foot service ceiling
Planning lens
Ownership considerations
Prospective owners should test the Citation I'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 500 and Citation 525. The Citation I lists 750 nautical miles of maximum range and 373 cubic feet of cabin volume, versus 1,130 nautical miles and 230 cubic feet for the Citation 500, and 1,250 nautical miles and 254 cubic feet for the Citation 525. Buyers should also compare payload, runway performance, maintenance status, configuration, and total ownership budget.
Common questions
What is the maximum range of the Citation I?
Published model specifications list a maximum range of 750 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 750 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 I carry?
The typical configuration accommodates 6 passengers. The cabin measures approximately 51 inches high and 57 inches wide, although individual interiors and seating layouts vary.The typical configuration accommodates 6 passengers, with approximately 373 cubic feet of cabin volume and 63 cubic feet of baggage capacity. The cabin measures approximately 51 inches high and 57 inches wide. Actual seating, amenities, baggage access, and usable space vary by completion and configuration.
What should buyers consider before purchasing a Citation I?
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 I'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