Specifications
AI Description
- Avionics: Garmin G5000, equipped with Autopilot, EFIS (14-inch), DME, Radar Altimeter, TAWS, TCAS-II, and Mode S Transponder.
- Engines: Two Pratt & Whitney PW545B engines, both on Power Advantage+ maintenance program; Engine 1: 4,351 hours SNEW, Engine 2: 4,398 hours SNEW.
- APU: Equipped with Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) on Aux Advantage, 3,290 hours.
- Interior: 9 seats, executive configuration; 2019 interior refresh including resurfaced cabinetry, new carpeting, and refurbished passenger seats; features a belted aft lavatory.
- Exterior: New paint in 2019, colors: Matterhorn white with red and blue accent stripes.
- Ownership: Two US corporate owners since new; based in Dallas, TX.
- Wi-Fi: Equipped with Gogo AVANCE L3 Wi-Fi.
- Maintenance: Maintained under FAR Part 91; CAMP tracking program; various inspections due between 2025 and 2031.
- Features: Equipped with ADS-B, RVSM, SATCOM, Terrain Awareness & Warning System, Traffic Collision Avoidance System, and Weather Radar.
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.