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Citation Bravo

$6.2M

Range

1700 NM

Max Speed

Mach 0.7

Capacity

Up to 4

Avionics

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Engines

PW530A

Origin

United States

Ref ID: cessna-citation-bravo. Subject to prior sale or removal from market.

About The Citation Bravo

The Cessna Citation Bravo is part of Textron Aviation's Cessna Citation family, one of the most successful business jet product lines in history. It is designed around practical ownership economics, dependable systems, and mission flexibility for private owners, corporate flight departments, charter operators, and fractional providers.

1,700 Nautical Mile Range

Mission capability suited to short regional, owner-flown, air taxi, and entry-level private jet missions.

Mach 0.7 Top Speed

Cruise performance aligned with the aircraft's Citation class and mission profile.

Citation Ownership Economics

Designed around practical maintenance, strong parts support, and broad pilot familiarity.

PW530A Engines

Twin Pratt & Whitney Canada turbofans define the aircraft's thrust, fuel burn, and maintenance profile.

Spotlight: 1,700 Nautical Mile Range

Mission capability suited to short regional, owner-flown, air taxi, and entry-level private jet missions.

Milestones

First FlightApril 25, 1995
CertificationFAA certification August 1996
Units Delivered336+

Program Status

Out of Production

Market ShareStrong
Backlog Est.N/A YRS
Residual Value70%

Citation Bravo Specifications

Performance

Max Cruise Speed

405 KTAS

(750 km/h)

Long Range Cruise

350 KTAS

(648 km/h)

Mach Speed

M 0.7

Max Range

1,700 NM

(3,148 km)

Service Ceiling

45,000 FT

(13,716 m)

Climb Rate

3,100 FPM

Takeoff Distance

3,600 FT

(1,097 m)

Landing Distance

3,180 FT

(969 m)

With a maximum range of approximately 1,700 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.7, the Citation Bravo is suited to short regional, owner-flown, air taxi, and entry-level private jet missions. Its runway performance, service ceiling, and Citation operating simplicity make it especially relevant for buyers comparing acquisition cost, dispatch reliability, and real-world trip capability.

Powerplant

Engine Manufacturer

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Engine Model

PW530A

Engine Type

Turbofan

Thrust Per Engine

2,887 LBF

Engine Count

2

Maintenance Plan

On Condition

Noise Stage

Stage 3/4/5 compliant by configuration

The Citation Bravo is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW530A turbofan engines, each producing about 2,887 pounds of thrust. The engine choice is central to the aircraft's fuel burn, climb performance, maintenance planning, and appeal in both owner-flown and professionally crewed operations.

Operating Weights

MTOW (Max Takeoff)

14,800 LB

(6,713 kg)

Max Landing Weight

13,500 LB

(6,123 kg)

Max Zero Fuel Weight

11,100 LB

(5,035 kg)

Max Payload

2,000 LB

(907 kg)

Fuel Capacity

4,770 LB

(2,164 kg)

Operating Empty Weight

9,200 LB

(4,173 kg)

Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 14,800 lbs, the Citation Bravo offers a high payload-to-range ratio, allowing operators to carry a full cabin without sacrificing distance.

Citation Bravo Interior

Cabin Specs

Length

15.7 FT

(4.79 m)

Width

4.8 FT

(1.46 m)

Height

4.7 FT

(1.43 m)

The Citation Bravo cabin provides a compact light-jet cabin optimized for single-pilot operations and efficient business travel. Cabin dimensions are approximately 15.7 ft long, 4.8 ft wide, and 4.7 ft high, with seating for up to 7 passengers depending on layout and about 74 cubic feet of baggage capacity.

Citation Bravo Cabin Interior

Operating Economics

Based on an assumed utilization of 350 flight hours annually.

Variable Costs

$591,850/ Yr
Fuel (Est)$302,750
Maintenance$217,000
Engine Reserve$72,100

Fixed Costs

$253,000/ Yr
Crew Salaries$170,000
Hangarage$65,000
Insurance$18,000

Annual Budget

$0.84M

Estimated Total Spend

Market Leading Operators

Private Owners
Charter Operators
Corporate Flight Departments

The Cessna Citation Bravo has an estimated new or original list price of about $6.2M. Current market values vary by year, hours, engine status, avionics, inspections, and interior condition.

The Citation Bravo has a maximum range of approximately 1,700 nautical miles under typical published long-range cruise assumptions.

The Citation Bravo can reach a top operating speed of about Mach 0.7, with normal cruise speeds depending on altitude, weight, and mission profile.

Depending on cabin configuration, the Citation Bravo can accommodate up to 7 passengers.