Citation
The Citation Story
Five Decades of Getting It Right
"There are aircraft manufacturers. And then there is Gulfstream."
When Cessna introduced the original Citation I in 1972, the business aviation world was skeptical. A modest, fuel-efficient jet that prioritized reliability over glamour — in a market seduced by the speed and sleekness of early Learjets — seemed like a conservative bet. It turned out to be one of the most prescient product decisions in aviation history.
Over five decades, Cessna refined this philosophy into the most comprehensive business jet lineup available — six distinct models spanning very light jets to super-midsize, each the benchmark of its category, each connected to the same unmatched Textron Aviation service network that keeps Citation operators flying more hours per year than the fleet average of any comparable manufacturer. The CJ4 Gen2 has been the world’s best-selling light jet for over a decade. The Longitude is the quietest super-midsize jet in production. Between them lies a family that has never stopped raising the standard.
The Most Chartered Citation Aircraft
| Citation CJ4 Gen2 | Citation XLS Gen2 | Citation Latitude | Citation Longitude | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Light jet | Midsize | Midsize | Super-midsize |
| Range | 2,165 nm | 2,100 nm | 2,700 nm | 3,500 nm |
| Passengers | 1–9 | 1–9 | 1–9 | 1–12 |
| Cabin height | 4.8 ft | 5.7 ft | 6 ft | 6 ft |
| Flat floor | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.77 | Mach 0.75 | Mach 0.77 | Mach 0.84 |
| Typical charter rate* | $3,500–$5,500/hr | $4,000–$6,000/hr | $5,000–$7,500/hr | $6,500–$9,500/hr |
| Sample route | New York to Chicago | New York to Miami | New York to Los Angeles | New York to London |
Rates vary by route, season, and availability. Contact Arc Jet Club for a precise quote.
Citation CJ4 Gen2 — The world’s best-selling light jet for over a decade, and the natural starting point for first-time Citation charterers. Best-in-class fuel efficiency, enhanced cabin finishes, Garmin G3000 avionics, and a range that covers the vast majority of US domestic routes nonstop. The CJ4 Gen2 consistently surprises first-time travelers with what a light jet can deliver — and does so reliably and beautifully every time.
Citation XLS Gen2 — Two decades at the top of the midsize charter market, and still the aircraft most frequently recommended for domestic US routes. Stand-up cabin, exceptional short-field performance, and operating economics that consistently outperform the competition. The Gen2 update adds modern avionics and refined interiors without altering a formula that has never needed fixing.
Citation Latitude — The aircraft that disrupted the midsize market. A fully flat floor and six-foot stand-up height at a price point no competitor could match. For clients stepping up from the XLS who want a genuinely transformative cabin improvement on sectors of three hours or more, the Latitude delivers immediately and convincingly.
Citation Longitude — Cessna’s masterpiece and the aircraft that changed the conversation about what a Citation could be. The quietest cabin in its class, a 25-foot flat-floor interior, Honeywell HTF7700L engines at Mach 0.84, and 3,500 nautical miles of range connecting New York to London nonstop. The Longitude competes directly with the Bombardier Challenger 350 and Embraer Praetor 500 — and more than holds its own.
At Arc Jet Club,for over 26 years, we have built a network of deep, trusted relationships with the world’s finest Citation operators, FBOs, and aviation professionals. For charter, that means access to aircraft—and empty leg Insider flight opportunities saving 40–70%—that never appear on public platforms.
Our team matches you with the right Citation for your specific route, group size, and timeline—then coordinates every detail before you board. FBO, customs pre-clearance, ground transport, catering to specification. You arrive. Everything else has already been handled.