Specifications
AI Description
- Maintained under FAR Part 135 regulations.
- Certified for RVSM (Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum).
- Engine model: PW545A.
- Each engine has a TBO (Time Between Overhauls) of 5000 hours.
- Features include:
- Engine Maintenance Program (EMP) - Not Reported.
- Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCA) - Not Reported.
- Dual Flight Management Systems (DFM) - Not Reported.
- SATCOM - Not Reported.
- 8.33 channel spacing - Not Reported.
- FM immunity - Not Reported.
- High-Speed Data/Wifi - Not Reported.
About this Model
Overview
The Citation Excel sits between smaller light jets and larger super-midsize aircraft, prioritizing practical runway performance, predictable handling, and a cabin sized for 6–8 passengers on common business missions. It is widely used for owner-operator and managed operations where access to shorter runways and consistent dispatch matter more than maximum range.
Mission Fit
Excel missions typically center on 1.5–3.5 hour legs with comfortable passenger space and baggage capacity for business travel. It can be a strong fit for mixed airport access—primary hubs plus smaller fields—while remaining straightforward to schedule and crew.
Cabin
The cabin is known for a “stand-up” cross-section in this class, with a flat floor and a conventional double-club seating layout common. Expect good accessibility for boarding, a usable aft lavatory (often belted depending on configuration), and baggage space that supports typical business luggage loads for a midsize group. Noise and ride quality are generally in line with midsize business jets of its generation; interior condition and refurbishment history heavily influence perceived comfort.