Range
1700 NM
Max Speed
Mach 0.74
Capacity
Up to 4
Avionics
Pratt & Whitney Canada
Engines
PW535A
Origin
United States
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About The Citation Encore
The Cessna Citation Encore 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 0.74 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.
PW535A 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
Program Status
Out of Production
Citation Encore Specifications
Performance
Max Cruise Speed
426 KTAS
(789 km/h)
Long Range Cruise
370 KTAS
(685 km/h)
Mach Speed
M 0.74
Max Range
1,700 NM
(3,148 km)
Service Ceiling
45,000 FT
(13,716 m)
Climb Rate
3,900 FPM
Takeoff Distance
3,490 FT
(1,064 m)
Landing Distance
2,820 FT
(860 m)
With a maximum range of approximately 1,700 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.74, the Citation Encore 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
PW535A
Engine Type
Turbofan
Thrust Per Engine
3,400 LBF
Engine Count
2
Maintenance Plan
On Condition
Noise Stage
Stage 3/4/5 compliant by configuration
The Citation Encore is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535A turbofan engines, each producing about 3,400 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)
16,830 LB
(7,634 kg)
Max Landing Weight
15,100 LB
(6,849 kg)
Max Zero Fuel Weight
12,500 LB
(5,670 kg)
Max Payload
2,200 LB
(998 kg)
Fuel Capacity
5,816 LB
(2,638 kg)
Operating Empty Weight
10,800 LB
(4,899 kg)
Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 16,830 lbs, the Citation Encore offers a high payload-to-range ratio, allowing operators to carry a full cabin without sacrificing distance.
Citation Encore Interior
Cabin Specs
Length
17.3 FT
(5.27 m)
Width
4.8 FT
(1.46 m)
Height
4.8 FT
(1.46 m)
The Citation Encore cabin provides a compact light-jet cabin optimized for single-pilot operations and efficient business travel. Cabin dimensions are approximately 17.3 ft long, 4.8 ft wide, and 4.8 ft high, with seating for up to 8 passengers depending on layout and about 67 cubic feet of baggage capacity.
Operating Economics
Based on an assumed utilization of 350 flight hours annually.
Variable Costs
Fixed Costs
Annual Budget
$1.02M
Estimated Total Spend
Market Leading Operators
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The Cessna Citation Encore has an estimated new or original list price of about $9.0M. Current market values vary by year, hours, engine status, avionics, inspections, and interior condition.
The Citation Encore has a maximum range of approximately 1,700 nautical miles under typical published long-range cruise assumptions.
The Citation Encore can reach a top operating speed of about Mach 0.74, with normal cruise speeds depending on altitude, weight, and mission profile.
Depending on cabin configuration, the Citation Encore can accommodate up to 8 passengers.