Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Located in Highland Park, Illinois
- Coleman Jet Solutions (Contact: Mike Pryor)
- 8 passenger configuration with forward 2-place divan
- Gogo In-Flight Wi-Fi
- Garmin G5000 avionics suite
- WAAS/LPV, ADS-B Out, TCAS
- PowerAdvantage+ engine maintenance program
- 2019 paint and interior by Elliott Aviation
- External serviceable lavatory
- Airframe: 3,987.5 hours, 2,623 landings
- Engines: Pratt & Whitney PW545B (both at 3,987.5 hours SNEW, 2,618 cycles)
- APU: RE100 (XL) with 1,878.3 hours
- Maintenance tracking: Cescom / CAMP
- Avionics include GDL-69A XM/Datalink, GDL 59 Datalink, dual GTX 3000 transponders, GDR 66 digital radio, FA2100 CVR L3, ADF Receiver DF-850, DME DM-850, dual FMS UNS-1ESPW, HF
- No damage history
- Upcoming inspections: Doc 1 (May 2026), Doc 6 (Nov 2027), Doc 12 (June 2028), Doc 13 (Nov 2027), Doc 16 (Nov 2031)
About this Model
Overview
The Citation XLS sits in the Citation Excel/XLS family as a practical step-up from light jets, pairing a stand-up-ish midsize cabin footprint with performance oriented to typical 300–1,800 nm business missions. It is commonly chosen for operator-friendly systems, predictable handling, and the ability to use a wide range of airports, including many with shorter runways than larger-cabin jets prefer. Depending on year and variant (Excel/XLS/XLS+), avionics and interior standards vary, but the core appeal is a balanced cabin and mission profile rather than maximum range or top-end speed.
Mission Fit
The XLS is well matched to frequent regional trips where passengers value a midsize cabin, easy entry/egress, and consistent climb/cruise performance. It can cover many longer domestic city pairs with a fuel stop, but it is not designed as a true coast-to-coast platform at typical passenger loads. If your mission is consistently long-range at higher cruise altitudes and speeds, larger super-midsize or heavy jets are a better fit.
Cabin
The XLS cabin is sized for typical midsize-jet seating with a center aisle and club-style arrangements common. Passenger experience tends to emphasize usable width and a generally quiet, stable ride, with a baggage area suited to business luggage and soft bags. Galley and lavatory arrangements vary by serial number and refurbishment history; many aircraft are configured to support day trips and short overnights rather than extended international-style catering.