Specifications
Broker
BAS Business Aviation Services GmbH
Visit websiteDetlef Keinath
49-160-977-30923
detlef.keinath@basjets.comAircraft Details
• Maintained under EASA Part 145 with ProParts and CESCOM tracking programs
• Engine model: PW545C, enrolled on Power Advantage; both engines have 5,325 hours since new (TBO 5,000 hours)
• Honeywell APU enrolled on AuxAdvantage
• Engine overhaul in progress (as of October 2025)
• Avionics: Collins Pro Line 21 suite, dual FMS-3000, dual GPS-4000S, Collins ADF-4000, FGC-3000 IFCS autopilot, L3 FA2100 CVR/FDR, AirCell Axxess II Iridium SATCOM, Collins TCAS-4000 (Change 7.1), Honeywell Mark V EGPWS, and more
• Features: 8.33 channel spacing, externally-serviceable aft lavatory, FM immunity, high-speed data/Wi-Fi, ADS-B capable, RVSM, thrust reversers, weather radar, and auxiliary power unit
• Interior completed in 2009: executive 7-passenger layout with cream brown seating, 4-place club, dual aft seats, hot coffee pot, ice drawer, Airshow cabin briefer, Wi-Fi, four 115-volt AC outlets, private aft lav with sink and sliding doors
• Exterior completed in 2009: snow white upper, cream lower, yellow and light brown stripes
• Certified for B-RNAV, CAT II, EASA, NAT-MNPS, P-RNAV
• Steep approach capability
• Complete English logbooks
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.