Citation Ultra
Range
1960 NM
3,630 km
Max Speed
Mach 0.75
Capacity
Up to 4
Avionics
Pratt & Whitney Canada
Engines
JT15D-5D
Origin
United States
About the Citation Ultra
The Cessna Citation Ultra 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.
1,960 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to regional business, owner-flown, and short transcontinental missions.
Mach 0.75 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.
JT15D-5D Engines
Twin Pratt & Whitney Canada turbofans define the aircraft's thrust, fuel burn, and maintenance profile.
Milestones
1,960 Nautical Mile Range
Mission capability suited to regional business, owner-flown, and short transcontinental missions.
Citation Ultra Specifications
Performance
With a maximum range of approximately 1,960 nautical miles and a top operating speed of Mach 0.75, the Citation Ultra is suited to regional business, owner-flown, and short transcontinental 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
The Citation Ultra is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-5D turbofan engines, each producing about 3,045 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
Operating weights dictate the structural limits and mission profile of the aircraft. With an MTOW of 16,300 lbs, the Citation Ultra offers a high payload-to-range ratio.
Citation Ultra Interior
Cabin Specs
The Citation Ultra 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.
Explore Cabin InteriorOperating Economics
Based on an assumed utilization of 350 flight hours annually.
Variable Costs
Fixed Costs
Annual Budget
$0.98M
Estimated Total Spend
Textron Aviation Citation Ultra Vs
Textron AviationCitation Ultra In Focus | BombardierLearjet 23 | BombardierLearjet 24 | BombardierLearjet 25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Range | 1,960 nm | 1,580 nm | 1,470 nm | 1,767 nm |
| Top Speed | 0.75 Mach | 0.82 Mach | 0.82 Mach | 0.82 Mach |
| Capacity | 8 pax | 6 pax | 6 pax | 8 pax |
| Est. Base Price | $8.0M | $0.7M | $1.0M | $1.3M |
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Planepedia Analysis
The Cessna Citation Ultra is an important Citation model because it balances usable range, approachable operating costs, and a strong support network. For buyers researching Citation specs, price, cabin comfort, and operating economics, it remains a highly relevant aircraft in its class.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Cessna Citation Ultra has an estimated new or original list price of about $8.0M. Current market values vary by year, hours, engine status, avionics, inspections, and interior condition.
The Citation Ultra has a maximum range of approximately 1,960 nautical miles under typical published long-range cruise assumptions.
The Citation Ultra can reach a top operating speed of about Mach 0.75, with normal cruise speeds depending on altitude, weight, and mission profile.
Depending on cabin configuration, the Citation Ultra can accommodate up to 8 passengers.