Specifications
AI Description
- Maintenance: EASA Part 145, ProParts airframe maintenance program.
- Engine Model: FJ44-1AP-21, TBO: 5000 hours, TTSNEW: 519 hours, TCSN: 459 hours (for both engines).
- Avionics:
- Garmin GRS-79 AHRS
- Garmin AFCS w/GMC-710 Autopilot
- Garmin G3000 Avionics Package
- Collins DME-4000
- Garmin GDU-1450W EFIS
- Garmin AFCS Flight Director
- Collins ALT-4000 Radar Altimeter
- Iridium SATPHONE
- Garmin Class A TAWS
- Garmin GTS-8000 TCAS-II
- Garmin GTX-3000 Transponder
- Garmin Weather Radar with GWX processor
- Features: Equipped with Airframe Maintenance Program (AMP), CPDLC, Synthetic Vision System (SVS), and Winglets.
- Interior:
- Passenger capacity: 5
- Configuration: Executive
- Entertainment: XM radio
- Lavatory: Yes
About this Model
Overview
The Citation M2 Gen2 sits at the small end of the business-jet spectrum, prioritizing straightforward operations, predictable dispatch, and access to airports with shorter runways than many larger jets. The Gen2 refresh centers on cabin and cockpit updates rather than a change in the core airframe concept—making it a practical step-up from high-end pistons/turboprops or an efficient platform for time-sensitive regional travel.
Mission Fit
In typical use, the M2 Gen2 is most effective for short-to-midrange legs with modest passenger counts and a desire to use more secondary airports. It supports efficient day-return patterns and quick repositioning. Mission planning should account for passenger count, baggage, and hot/high conditions, which can reduce practical range and climb performance compared with brochure figures.
Cabin
The cabin is designed around a compact, club-style layout suited to small groups. The Gen2 update emphasizes a refreshed interior environment and amenities intended to make short segments feel less utilitarian, but it remains a light-jet cabin: limited stand-up height, a smaller lavatory arrangement compared with larger Citations, and best comfort for up to four adults on typical legs.