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Cessna Citation Latitude vs Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Cessna Citation Longitude

The Cessna Citation Latitude, Citation Sovereign+, and Citation Longitude sit in adjacent business-jet categories with different mission focuses. The Latitude is typically considered a midsize jet, aimed at efficient domestic and short-to-medium transcontinental flying, with a range of about 2,700 nautical miles and a typical passenger load around 6–9 (with maximum seating usually higher depending on configuration). The Sovereign+ is commonly placed in the super-midsize category, emphasizing runway performance and slightly longer legs than many midsize jets; it offers roughly 3,200 nautical miles of range and generally carries about 8–10 passengers in typical layouts. The Longitude is positioned as a large-cabin/super-midsize-plus aircraft, prioritizing longer nonstop capability and a roomier cabin; its range is about 3,500 nautical miles and it typically accommodates around 8–12 passengers, again depending on configuration. In short, Latitude favors value and comfort in the midsize class, Sovereign+ adds range and field performance in super-midsize, and Longitude provides the most cabin space and longest range of the three.

SpecCessna Citation LatitudeCessna Citation LongitudeCessna Citation Sovereign+
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 6.80$ 5.23$ 6.02
Min Crew222
Total Seats101011
ManufacturerCessna CitationCessna CitationCessna Citation
Aircraft NameLatitudeLongitudeSovereign +
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA CertifiedFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)273135003138
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.85$ 0.65$ 0.67
Max Cabin Seats91012
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Useful Load (lbs)1239412790
Standard Cabin Seats889
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,936$ 2,500$ 2,699
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Garmin G5000Garmin G5000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)458481458
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$19,305,000$29,965,000$19,730,000
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Belted Flushing
Min Crew222
Crew RestNoNoNo
Jump SeatNoNoNo
Total Seats101011
Galley LocationFWDFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats91212
Lavatory LocationAFTAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.79.3
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats889
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)268002540025230
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)5,950
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelPW306D1HTF7700LPW306D
TBO (hrs)6000On-Condition6000
Flat RatingISA + 15ISA + 19ISA + 16
Thrust (lbs)590776655907
No. of Engines222
Fuel Burn (lbph)11141478
Fuel Capacity (gal)17001700
Dimensions
Length (ft)6273.263.5
Wingspan (ft)72.368.972.4
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor0.7
Cabin Width (ft)6.46.45.5
Cabin Height (ft)665.7
Cabin Length (ft)21.825.225.3
Overall Height (ft)20.919.420.4
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.44.13.9
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)15.916.517.4
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)100100
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)2711235