Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Model: Cessna Citation XLS+
- Engine Model: PW545C
- Max Passengers: 7
- Max Range: 2100 NM
- Max Cruise Speed: 441 KTAS
- Engine 1: 2312 hours SNEW, 2205 cycles, TBO 5000 hours
- Engine 2: 2200 hours SNEW, 2077 cycles, TBO 5000 hours
- APU: 1454 hours
- Avionics: Collins Pro Line 21, dual comm/nav/DME, ADS-B Out, TCAS II, weather radar
- Interior: French Roast scheme, high-gloss figured Honduran mahogany cabinetry, six pedestal seats in single club configuration, forward refreshment center, externally-serviceable flushing lavatory
- Exterior: Matterhorn white upper, black pearl lower, with starlight silver pearl and cumulus gray stripes
- Additional Equipment: Dual FMS-3000, Category II operations, engine chip detector, Iridium Satcom, high-speed data/WiFi
- Standard Features: RVSM, TAWS, TCAS, weather radar, emergency locator transmitter, thrust reversers
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.