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Citation CJ1+

Citation CJ1+
Starting List Price

$5.2M

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Citation CJ1

Citation CJ1
Starting List Price

$4.2M

Technical Specification Matrix

Preferred Metric
speed

Performance Metrics

ParameterCitation CJ1+Citation CJ1
Max Range (NBAA IFR)1,300 nm
1,300 nm
Max Cruise SpeedMach 0.7
Mach 0.7
Takeoff Distance (SL, ISA, MTOW)3,210 ft
3,080 ftShort Field
Max Operating Altitude41,000 ft41,000 ft
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Cabin Environment

Max Certified Seating6 pax6 pax
Cabin Width4.8 ft
4.8 ft
Cabin Altitude @ FL4108,000 ft
8,000 ft

Expert Insights

Range & Capability

The Citation CJ1+ excels in sheer capability with a 1300nm range, making it preferred for extreme ultra-long-haul city pairs, whereas the Citation CJ1 counters with 1300nm.

Cabin Architecture

While the Citation CJ1+ focuses on its 1-zone configuration (4.8ft wide), the Citation CJ1 provides 4.8ft of width, offering a distinctly different volumetric feel for passengers.

Technological Edge

The Cessna Citation CJ1+ is an important Citation model because it balances usable range, approachab... Both platforms represent the pinnacle of modern fly-by-wire avionics and systems redundancy in the very light jet class.

Operating Economics (Est.)

Variable Costs Per Hour

Citation CJ1+$1,401/hr
Citation CJ1$1,504/hr

Economic Note

Estimates based on 450 hours annual utilization. The Citation CJ1+ shows higher fuel efficiency resulting in lower direct variable costs per hour, while both airframes require similar fixed overheads for crew and hangarage.