Specifications
Aircraft Details
• 862.2 total airframe hours, very low for vintage
• Completed Textron pre-purchase inspection (including FOD)
• Fully enrolled on PowerAdvantage+, ProParts, and ProTech maintenance programs
• Maintained under FAR Part 91
• Engines: Pratt & Whitney PW545C (862.2 hours each, TBO 5,000 hours)
• APU: Honeywell RE100(XL), 675 hours
• Avionics: Collins ProLine 21 suite with IFIS, dual NAV 4000, dual FMS 3000, Collins ALT 4000 radio altimeter, Collins TCAS-4000 TCAS II, dual TDR-94D transponders, dual DME-4000, Collins TWR 850 Doppler weather radar, Artex C406-N ELT, MKV-A EGPWS, CVR, SafeFlight AOA
• Additional features: 2-place divan, flight phone, Rosenview with Airshow, 8-passenger executive interior
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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.