Citation Bravo
Light Jet
- Range
- 1,740nm
- Seats
- 7
Light JetICAO C551
Citation II/SP
Citation II/SP 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 1,520 nautical miles.
- Max range
- 1,520nm
- Typical seats
- 7
- Ceiling
- 43,000ft
- Cabin height
- 56in
How far can the Citation II/SP fly?
The Citation II/SP's maximum range is 1,520 nautical miles — 1,188 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 II/SP1,520 nm
Great-circle reach at maximum published range — a still-air planning figure. Winds, payload, and reserves reduce real-world reach.
| Maximum range | 1,520 nm |
|---|---|
| Max operating speed | 277 KIAS |
| Service ceiling | 43,000 ft |
| FAA landing distance | 2,270 ft |
| Typical passengers | 7 |
|---|---|
| Typical crew | 1 |
| Cabin length | 188 in |
| Cabin width | 57 in |
| Cabin height | 56 in |
| Cabin volume | 263 cu ft |
| Baggage volume | 77 cu ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 12,500 lbs |
|---|---|
| Thrust per engine | 2,500 lbf |
| Engines | 2 |
| Engine model | Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-4 |
| Exterior length | 47.2 ft |
| Wingspan | 52.2 ft |
Aircraft decision brief
Where the Citation II/SP fits
Model overview
About the Citation II/SP
Citation II/SP 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 regional and domestic business travel.
The cabin is approximately 56 inches high and 57 inches wide, with 263 cubic feet of cabin volume and 77 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
- Regional and domestic business travel
- 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 1,520 nautical miles
- 56-inch cabin height and 57-inch cabin width
- 263 cubic feet of cabin volume
- 43,000-foot service ceiling
Planning lens
Ownership considerations
Prospective owners should test the Citation II/SP'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 CJ2. The Citation II/SP lists 1,520 nautical miles of maximum range and 263 cubic feet of cabin volume, versus 1,524 nautical miles and 292 cubic feet for the Citation Ultra, and 1,512 nautical miles and 248 cubic feet for the Citation CJ2. 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/SP?
Published model specifications list a maximum range of 1,520 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 1,520 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/SP carry?
The typical configuration accommodates 7 passengers. The cabin measures approximately 56 inches high and 57 inches wide, although individual interiors and seating layouts vary.The typical configuration accommodates 7 passengers, with approximately 263 cubic feet of cabin volume and 77 cubic feet of baggage capacity. The cabin measures approximately 56 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 II/SP?
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/SP'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