Specifications
AI Description
- Model: Cessna Citation Bravo
- Engine: PW530A
- Engine Maintenance Program: Power Advantage
- Engine 1 & 2 Time: 3,166 hours
- Avionics: Honeywell Primus 1000 EFIS, Dual Garmin 750s, Honeywell Primus 660 Radar, Honeywell CAS 81A TCAS II, Honeywell Mark VII EGPWS
- Cockpit Features: Dual USB Ports, Fairchild A200S CVR
- Additional Equipment: Freon Air Conditioning, 64 Cu. Ft. Oxygen, Aft Baggage, Artex 406MHz ELT, Rosen Sun Visors
- Exterior: Matterhorn White with Red, Black, and Yellow Trim; painted in 2012
- Interior: Fire-blocked taupe leather, 7-passenger center club configuration, forward refreshment center, belted aft lavatory; refurbished in 2011
- Maintenance Programs: FAR Part 91, ProParts, CESCOM
- Certifications: RVSM equipped
- Features: Aft Lavatory, Engine Maintenance Program, ADS-B Capable, Traffic Collision Avoidance System, Weather Radar, Thrust Reversers
About this Model
Overview
The Citation Bravo is a twin‑engine light business jet positioned between entry-level Citations and larger light/midsize platforms. It is typically selected for 4–7 passenger missions where access to shorter runways and predictable operations matter more than maximum cabin volume. Compared with earlier Citation II variants, the Bravo’s higher-thrust engines and aerodynamic refinements are aimed at improved climb and hot/high performance, while keeping a conventional systems layout and pilot-friendly handling.
Mission Fit
In real use, the Bravo is most efficient on short to mid-length legs where block times and airport access drive value. It can cover longer segments, but payload, reserves, and seasonal winds can make the longest missions less practical versus newer or larger jets. If your typical day involves multiple short hops, quick climbs, and consistent dispatch from a variety of airports, the Bravo aligns well.
Cabin
The cabin is a classic light-jet cross-section: a compact aisle with club-style seating common, adequate headroom for seated comfort, and a focus on practicality rather than spaciousness. Noise levels and ride quality are typical for its generation; passenger comfort is strongly influenced by interior condition, refurbishment history, and insulation upgrades. Baggage is generally manageable for soft bags and typical business travel loads, with loading convenience dependent on the specific aircraft’s interior and baggage arrangement.