Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Model: Cessna Citation XLS+
- Seating Capacity: Up to 9 passengers
- Cabin Height: 5 ft 8 in
- Cabin Width: 5 ft 5 in
- Cabin Length: 18 ft 6 in
- Maximum Range: 2,100 nautical miles
- Maximum Cruise Speed: 400 knots
- Engine Type: Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535B
- Engine Count: 2
- Avionics: Honeywell Primus 1000
- Features: Stand-up cabin, full-service galley, and private lavatory.
- Baggage Capacity: 1,100 lbs
- Wing Span: 60 ft 0 in
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.