Specifications
Aircraft Details
• Aircraft located in Fresno, California
• Total time: 7,065 hours
• Engines: Pratt & Whitney PW530A, both 1,945 SMOH, no engine maintenance program
• Avionics: Honeywell Primus 1000 with 3-tube EFIS, Garmin GTN 750Xi & 650Xi Navigators, Garmin Flight Stream 210, Honeywell AA300 Radar Altimeter, multiple Honeywell and L-3 (Goodrich) systems, Universal TT-3000 Aero-M SATCOM, Honeywell TCAS II w/Change 7.1, Weather Radar, Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning, Dual DME, wired for HF, cockpit voice recorder
• Additional equipment: Safeflight N1 Computer, LED landing lights, baggage ski tube extension, cabin stereo, 220V outlets, B&D 15000 cabin display, Rosen sun visors, EASA certified, steep approach certification
• Paint: Matterhorn White with Black base, red and tan stripes (West Star Aviation, 2013)
• Interior: 7-place executive seating plus belted lav, forward galley, refurbished 2014 by Cessna
• CAMP status report available for review
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.