Citation Bravo
Light Jet
- Range
- 1,740nm
- Seats
- 7
Light JetICAO C550
Citation II
Citation II is a light jet designed around operational utility, airport access, and straightforward mission planning, with a typical 7-passenger configuration and a published maximum range of 1,378 nautical miles.
- Max range
- 1,378nm
- Typical seats
- 7
- Ceiling
- 43,000ft
- Cabin height
- 55in
How far can the Citation II fly?
The Citation II's maximum range is 1,378 nautical miles — 1,330 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 II1,378 nm
Great-circle reach at maximum published range — a still-air planning figure. Winds, payload, and reserves reduce real-world reach.
| Maximum range | 1,378 nm |
|---|---|
| Max operating speed | 275 KIAS |
| Service ceiling | 43,000 ft |
| FAA landing distance | 2,078 ft |
| Typical passengers | 7 |
|---|---|
| Typical crew | 2 |
| Cabin length | 189 in |
| Cabin width | 56 in |
| Cabin height | 55 in |
| Cabin volume | 373 cu ft |
| Baggage volume | 74 cu ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 13,300 lbs |
|---|---|
| Thrust per engine | 2,500 lbf |
| Engines | 2 |
| Engine model | Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1A |
| Exterior length | 47.2 ft |
| Wingspan | 52.2 ft |
Aircraft decision brief
Where the Citation II fits
Model overview
About the Citation II
Citation II sits within the Citation family as a Light Jet. Its published specifications pair a 2-engine configuration with a 43,000-foot service ceiling and mission capability suited to short regional and point-to-point missions.
The cabin is approximately 55 inches high and 56 inches wide, with 373 cubic feet of cabin volume and 74 cubic feet of baggage capacity. Published field length is 2,078 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 7 passengers
- Slim-profile, compact cabin requirements
- Operators who value shorter-field flexibility
Decision lens
Key advantages
- Published maximum range of 1,378 nautical miles
- 55-inch cabin height and 56-inch cabin width
- 373 cubic feet of cabin volume
- 43,000-foot service ceiling
Planning lens
Ownership considerations
Prospective owners should test the Citation II'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 Ultra and Citation Encore. The Citation II lists 1,378 nautical miles of maximum range and 373 cubic feet of cabin volume, versus 1,524 nautical miles and 292 cubic feet for the Citation Ultra, and 1,667 nautical miles and 314 cubic feet for the Citation Encore. Buyers should also compare payload, runway performance, maintenance status, configuration, and total ownership budget.
Common questions
What is the maximum range of the Citation II?
Published model specifications list a maximum range of 1,378 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 1,378 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 II 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, with approximately 373 cubic feet of cabin volume and 74 cubic feet of baggage capacity. The cabin measures approximately 55 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 II?
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 II'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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Facts current as of July 18, 2026