Specifications
AI Description
- Model: Cessna Citation XLS+
- Condition: Used
- Engine Program: PowerAdvantage+
- Engines: PW545C, both with 514 hours
- Auxiliary Power Unit: Yes, with 86 hours
- Avionics: Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
- ADS-B Equipped: Yes
- Navigation: Collins GPS-4000, dual Collins VHF-4000, dual Collins NAV-4500, dual Collins FMS-3000
- Safety Features: TCAS II, Class A TAWS, Weather Radar
- Interior: Glacier Interior Collection, 9 seats (executive configuration), forward galley with microwave, belted aft lavatory
- Entertainment: RosenView passenger flight information system, stereo sound system, Gogo Wi-Fi
- Additional Equipment: Five 115V AC universal outlets
- Inspection Status: 48-Month Inspection by Textron due October 2025
- Exterior and Interior painted in 2021
- Equipped with high-speed data/Wi-Fi and cockpit voice recorder
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.