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Citation Sovereign+

$19.0M

Range

3200 NM

Max Speed

Mach 0.8

Capacity

Up to 8

Avionics

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Engines

PW306D

Origin

United States

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

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.

Spotlight: 3,200 Nautical Mile Range

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

Milestones

First FlightApril 2013
CertificationFAA certification 2013
Units Delivered100+

Program Status

Out of Production

Market ShareEstablished
Backlog Est.N/A YRS
Residual Value64%

Citation Sovereign+ Specifications

Performance

Max Cruise Speed

460 KTAS

(852 km/h)

Long Range Cruise

430 KTAS

(796 km/h)

Mach Speed

M 0.8

Max Range

3,200 NM

(5,926 km)

Service Ceiling

47,000 FT

(14,326 m)

Climb Rate

4,083 FPM

Takeoff Distance

3,530 FT

(1,076 m)

Landing Distance

2,600 FT

(792 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 Manufacturer

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Engine Model

PW306D

Engine Type

Turbofan

Thrust Per Engine

5,907 LBF

Engine Count

2

Maintenance Plan

On Condition

Noise Stage

Stage 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 LB

(13,959 kg)

Max Landing Weight

27,700 LB

(12,564 kg)

Max Zero Fuel Weight

24,000 LB

(10,886 kg)

Max Payload

3,600 LB

(1,633 kg)

Fuel Capacity

11,500 LB

(5,216 kg)

Operating Empty Weight

18,231 LB

(8,269 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, allowing operators to carry a full cabin without sacrificing distance.

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

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

Market Leading Operators

NetJets
Corporate Flight Departments
Charter Operators
Private Owners

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.