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Citation Sovereign+

$19.0MEstimated Base Price

Range

3200 NM

5,926 km

Max Speed

Mach 0.8

Capacity

Up to 8

Avionics

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Engines

PW306D

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Origin

United States

About the Citation Sovereign+

The Cessna Citation Sovereign+ 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.

3,200 Nautical Mile Range

Mission capability suited to coast-to-coast and selected international missions.

Mach 0.8 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.

PW306D Engines

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

Milestones

First FlightApril 2013
CertificationFAA certification 2013
Units Delivered100+
Program StatusOut of Production
3,200 Nautical Mile Range
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3,200 Nautical Mile Range

Mission capability suited to coast-to-coast and selected international missions.

Citation Sovereign+ Specifications

Performance

Max Cruise Speed460 KTAS852 km/h
Long Range Cruise430 KTAS796 km/h
Mach SpeedM 0.8
Max Range3,200 NM5,926 km
Service Ceiling47,000 FT14,326 m
Climb Rate4,083 FPM1,244 m/min
Takeoff Distance3,530 FT1,076 m
Landing Distance2,600 FT792 m

With a maximum range of approximately 3,200 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.8, the Citation Sovereign+ is suited to coast-to-coast and selected international 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 ManufacturerPratt & Whitney Canada
Engine ModelPW306D
Engine TypeTurbofan
Thrust Per Engine5,907 LBF26.3 kN
Engine Count2
Maintenance PlanOn Condition
Noise StageStage 3/4/5 compliant by configuration

The Citation Sovereign+ is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306D turbofan engines, each producing about 5,907 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)30,775 LB13,959 kg
Max Landing Weight27,700 LB12,564 kg
Max Zero Fuel Weight24,000 LB10,886 kg
Max Payload3,600 LB1,633 kg
Fuel Capacity11,500 LB5,216 kg
Operating Empty Weight18,231 LB8,269 kg

Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 30,775 lbs, the Citation Sovereign+ offers a high payload-to-range ratio.

Citation Sovereign+ Interior

Cabin Specs

Length
25.3 FT(7.71 m)
Width
5.5 FT(1.68 m)
Height
5.7 FT(1.74 m)

The Citation Sovereign+ cabin provides a stand-up cabin with a double-club layout, refreshment center, and enclosed aft lavatory. Cabin dimensions are approximately 25.3 ft long, 5.5 ft wide, and 5.7 ft high, with seating for up to 12 passengers depending on layout and about 100 cubic feet of baggage capacity.

Citation Sovereign+ Cabin Interior
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Operating Economics

Based on an assumed utilization of 350 flight hours annually.

Variable Costs

$1,041,950/ Yr
Fuel (Est)$502,950
Maintenance$391,300
Engine Reserve$147,700

Fixed Costs

$415,400/ Yr
Crew Salaries$300,000
Hangarage$85,000
Insurance$30,400

Annual Budget

$1.46M

Estimated Total Spend

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Max Range3,200 nm3,100 nm3,200 nm3,400 nm
Top Speed0.8 Mach0.83 Mach0.83 Mach0.83 Mach
Capacity12 pax10 pax10 pax10 pax
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Cessna Citation Sovereign+ has an estimated new or original list price of about $19.0M. Current market values vary by year, hours, engine status, avionics, inspections, and interior condition.

The Citation Sovereign+ has a maximum range of approximately 3,200 nautical miles under typical published long-range cruise assumptions.

The Citation Sovereign+ can reach a top operating speed of about Mach 0.8, with normal cruise speeds depending on altitude, weight, and mission profile.

Depending on cabin configuration, the Citation Sovereign+ can accommodate up to 12 passengers.