Specifications
AI Description
- Maintenance: Maintained under FAR Part 91; RVSM certified; Phase 5 Inspection due by July 1, 2024; Right Engine Hot Section Inspection due by August 28, 2024.
- Engines: Model PW530A; not on a maintenance program; two engines with TBO of 4000 hours.
- Avionics: Equipped with Honeywell Primus 1000 package, dual King communication radios, L3 A200S CVR, Honeywell Primus 660 weather radar, and various navigation systems including ADS-B capability.
- Features: Equipped with aft lavatory, belted lav, forward galley, high-speed data/Wi-Fi, SATCOM, and standard traffic collision avoidance and terrain awareness systems.
- Interior: Executive configuration for 8 passengers; Freon air conditioning; tan leather club seating; beige carpeting; high-gloss cocoa maple cabinetry; forward galley; Gogo Biz Wi-Fi.
- Exterior: Refurbished by Duncan Aviation in 2015; color scheme of snow white with silver platinum metallic and black metallic stripes.
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.