Citation Ascend
Super Light Jet
- Range
- 1,940nm
- Seats
- 9
Super Light JetICAO C56X
Citation XLS
The Citation XLS is a midsize business jet known for a stand-up cabin, strong short-field performance, and efficient regional capability, making it a practical choice for frequent corporate travel.
- Max range
- 1,989nm
- Typical seats
- 8
- Ceiling
- 45,000ft
- Cabin height
- 67in
How far can the Citation XLS fly?
The Citation XLS's maximum range is 1,989 nautical miles — 211 nm less than the Hawker 750, the longest-legged Super 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 XLS1,989 nm
Great-circle reach at maximum published range — a still-air planning figure. Winds, payload, and reserves reduce real-world reach.
| Maximum range | 1,989 nm |
|---|---|
| Max operating speed | 352 KIAS |
| Service ceiling | 45,000 ft |
| FAA landing distance | 2,739 ft |
| Typical passengers | 8 |
|---|---|
| Typical crew | 2 |
| Cabin length | 221 in |
| Cabin width | 65 in |
| Cabin height | 67 in |
| Cabin volume | 422 cu ft |
| Baggage volume | 90 cu ft |
| Max takeoff weight | 20,200 lbs |
|---|---|
| Thrust per engine | 3,991 lbf |
| Engines | 2 |
| Engine model | Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545B |
| Exterior length | 51.8 ft |
| Wingspan | 56.3 ft |
Aircraft decision brief
Where the Citation XLS fits
Model overview
About the Citation XLS
Produced from 2004 through 2009, the XLS improved on the Citation Excel with more powerful Pratt & Whitney Canada engines and upgraded avionics. It combines midsize cabin comfort with runway capability more commonly associated with smaller aircraft.
The cabin accommodates typical executive groups with a center-club layout, belted lavatory, and external baggage capacity. Its range is best matched to domestic and regional missions rather than long transcontinental trips at full passenger loads.
Mission fit
Best for
- Frequent regional corporate travel
- Shorter-runway airports
- Six- to eight-passenger missions
- Operators balancing cabin comfort and efficiency
Decision lens
Key advantages
- Stand-up midsize cabin
- Excellent short-field capability
- Strong climb performance
- Broad market acceptance and support
Planning lens
Ownership considerations
Buyers should review engine program enrollment, hot-section and overhaul timing, avionics status, windshield condition, landing gear, and the quality of maintenance records. High-utilization charter histories are not inherently negative, but cycles, cosmetics, and upcoming inspections deserve careful review.
The XLS is widely supported and liquid relative to many peers, yet acquisition premiums can attach to low-time or recently refurbished aircraft. Mission analysis should focus on payload-range needs, baggage, and hot-and-high departures.
Category context
How it compares
The XLS+ adds FADEC engines, a revised nose, and later avionics, while the original XLS can provide a lower entry cost with similar cabin fundamentals. Against the Hawker 800XPI, the XLS generally offers better runway flexibility and efficiency, while the Hawker provides a different cabin feel and longer-range emphasis.
Common questions
What is the maximum range of the Citation XLS?
Published model specifications list a maximum range of 1,989 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 1,989 nautical miles. Actual mission range varies with passenger load, baggage, weather, reserves, runway conditions, and aircraft configuration.
How many passengers can the Citation XLS carry?
The typical configuration accommodates 8 passengers. The cabin measures approximately 67 inches high and 65 inches wide, although individual interiors and seating layouts vary.The typical configuration accommodates 8 passengers. The cabin measures approximately 67 inches high and 65 inches wide, although individual interiors and seating layouts vary.
What should buyers consider before purchasing a Citation XLS?
Buyers should review engine program enrollment, hot-section and overhaul timing, avionics status, windshield condition, landing gear, and the quality of maintenance records. High-utilization charter histories are not inherently negative, but cycles, cosmetics, and upcoming inspections deserve careful review.Buyers should review engine program enrollment, hot-section and overhaul timing, avionics status, windshield condition, landing gear, and the quality of maintenance records. High-utilization charter histories are not inherently negative, but cycles, cosmetics, and upcoming inspections deserve careful review.
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Facts current as of July 18, 2026