Specifications
Aircraft Details
• Located in Easton, Maryland; maintained by Cessna under FAR Part 91 and always U.S. based
• Total airframe time: 5,943 hours; 3,907 landings
• Engines: 2 × Pratt & Whitney PW306C, both on ESP Gold Lite, 2,430 hours since new, 6,000 TBO
• APU: Equipped, 2,810.4 hours, on MSP Gold
• Avionics: Honeywell Primus Epic suite, dual Honeywell Mode S transponders (ADS-B Out), Honeywell GP400 autopilot, Satcom Universal Aero-1, Aircell high-speed Wi-Fi, and additional Honeywell and Collins systems (including EFIS, TAWS, TCAS-II, radar altimeter, weather radar with turbulence detection)
• Interior: Fully refurbished in 2017 by Elliott Aviation; executive configuration for 9 passengers, forward galley, aft lavatory, custom carpeting, dual DVD players, USB ports, 115-volt AC outlets
• Exterior: Custom white with blue and gold trim, new stainless steel hardware, repainted in 2017 by Elliott Aviation
• Additional equipment: Extended-range oxygen system, EROS convertible mask, BP turbo oil, life raft mooring ring, SAFTnicad battery, pulse/tail flood lighting
• Maintenance tracking: CAMP, ProParts, various scheduled inspections completed
About this Model
Overview
The Cessna Citation Sovereign (C680) sits in the super-midsize segment and is designed around a common owner mission: predictable U.S. transcontinental capability with good short- and mid-length runway flexibility. It combines a wide-standup-class cabin cross-section for the category with Citation-style systems philosophy that prioritizes dispatchability and manageable operating complexity.
Mission Fit
In day-to-day use, the Sovereign is typically selected for domestic nonstop legs, time-sensitive city pairs, and mixed airport access. Its performance balance is most compelling when you value consistent trip times over maximizing range or cabin volume.
Cabin
The cabin is sized for comfortable 2+ hour segments and works well for a mix of working and rest. Expect a double-club style layout on many aircraft, an enclosed aft lavatory, and a baggage solution suitable for business luggage on typical passenger counts. Noise, ride, and temperature control are generally aligned with modern Citation expectations, though actual comfort depends on interior refurbishment state and soundproofing condition.