Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Maintenance: EASA Part 145, ProParts+ airframe maintenance program, equipped with EASA, MNPS, P-RNAV, RNP certifications.
- Engine: Model FJ44-3A, TAP - Blue maintenance program, TBO of 5000 hours.
- Engine 1: TTSNEW 6567, TCSN 5447.
- Engine 2: TTSNEW 6501, TCSN 5381.
- Avionics: Collins Pro Line 21 package, dual Collins VHF-4000 radios, L3 FA2100 CVR and FDR, Collins DME-4000, Collins 3-tube EFIS, Collins FMS-3000, Garmin GPS-500W, Collins NAV-4500, AirCell SATCOM, Honeywell Mark VIII TAWS, TCAS-II w/change 7.1, Mode S transponder, Collins RTA-800 weather radar.
- Interior: Executive configuration for 8 passengers, light beige leather, refurbished in June 2022, features a forward single seat, 4-place club, dual aft single seats, bright ceiling, forward slimline refreshment center, high-gloss wood veneer cabinetry, AvVisor Plus entertainment, indirect lighting, aft divider with sliding doors, 110-volt AC outlet, aft baggage compartment, belted flushing aft lavatory.
- Exterior: Snow white upper and starlight silver metallic lower with Bristol blue stripes.
About this Model
Overview
The Citation CJ3 sits in the light-jet segment as a step-up from entry-level light jets, focusing on predictable day-to-day dispatch, access to a broad set of runways, and a cabin sized for typical 4–6 passenger business trips. It is commonly used for regional and multi-stop schedules where turn time, straightforward avionics, and manageable operating complexity matter as much as cruise capability.
Mission Fit
A CJ3 is most at home on short-to-midrange stage lengths, including out-and-back days and multi-stop itineraries. It can support longer legs depending on payload, winds, and reserves, but the most consistent use case is efficient regional coverage rather than routine transcontinental flying at higher passenger counts.
Cabin
The CJ3 cabin is arranged around a center aisle with opposing club seating in the main cabin and an enclosed aft lavatory. The cabin height and width are typical for the light-jet class, with a step-down or slight floor contouring depending on interior generation and refurbishment. Noise levels, ride comfort, and environmental control are generally aligned with modern light jets; perceived comfort depends heavily on interior condition, seat design, and maintenance of seals and environmental systems.