Specifications
Broker
Tenacious Aircraft Sales
AI Description
- Model: CESSNA CITATION XLS+
- Condition: Used, immaculate and low-time
- Flight Rules: IFR
- Location: Scottsdale, Arizona
- Maintenance Tracking: CAMP
- Airframe Maintenance Program: ProParts
- Engine Maintenance Program: PowerAdvantage+
- Engines: 2 x PRATT & WHITNEY PW545C, 680 hours since new, TBO 5000 hours
- APU: Yes, on AuxAdvantage, 317 hours / 611 cycles
- Avionics: Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21, ADS-B equipped, WAAS, LPV
- Interior: 9 seats, immaculate condition, light beige leather, forward galley, aft lavatory
- Features: High-speed data/Wi-Fi, cockpit voice recorder, externally-serviceable lavatory
- Modifications: Pre-paid Starlink installation scheduled for late April 2026
- Exterior: Excellent condition, white upper with black lower and complex stripes
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.