Why might a group choose the Cessna Citation XLS+?

It provides a business-cabin setting for a small party without the scale of a large private jet. Club seats, service storage and a separate lavatory area make it a practical layout for business and personal travel.

What is more important than the advertised seat total?

Look at which seats are in the main club area and which are additional positions. The legal seat count and the number of seats a group finds comfortable for a longer flight are not always the same.

What powers the Cessna Citation XLS+?

A typical installation uses two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545C engines. Confirm the precise engine subvariant and any conversion package on the offered aircraft if the specification is important to the choice.

Can it accommodate golf clubs or other bulky bags?

A guide figure for baggage space is about 2.6 cubic metres. Send a bag count with dimensions and weights, including sports equipment. The operator can confirm which compartments are usable and whether the passenger and fuel load leave the required allowance.

Can it complete our route without a fuel stop?

A maximum-range figure is achieved under particular assumptions. The group size, luggage, weather and destination affect the real flight plan, so confirm a nonstop itinerary using the actual requirements.

Can passengers stand upright in the cabin?

The quoted cabin height is about 1.73 metres. Taller passengers may need to stoop when moving through the aisle; seat comfort and headroom should be judged separately.

What toilet facilities should we expect?

Provision depends on the cabin fit: a compact touring interior and an executive layout can be very different. Ask whether a toilet is installed and how much privacy it offers before planning a longer flight around it.

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Charter Price per Hour$4 700

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Aircraft Info

Model:: Cessna Citation XLS+
Family:: Citation 560XL
Manufacturer:: Cessna Aircraft Company

Aircraft Class:: Midsize
ICAO/IATA Codes:: C56X/CJL

Number Built:: 650
Available on Aviapages:: 83
Single Pilot Operations:: No

Popularity90
Reliability95
Comfort65

Performance

Service Ceiling:: 45 000 ft 13 716 m
Max Takeoff Weight:: 20 201 lbs 9 163 kg

Engine Type:: 2 x Turbojet
Typical Engine:: 2 x Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545C
Typical Avionics:: ProLine 21

Long Range Cruise Speed:: 373 kts 691 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:: 441 kts 817 km/h

Payload–Range Chart

Estimated Max Flight Time:: 4.3 h
Max Range:: 2 113 nmi 3 913 km
Fuel Burn Rate:: 1 596 lb/h 724 kg/h
Max Payload:: 2 425 lbs 1 100 kg

Cessna Citation XLS+ Cabin Plan

Max passengers:: 9
Cabin Height:: 5.68 ft 1.73 m
Cabin Width:: 5.51 ft 1.68 m
Cabin Length:: 18.5 ft 5.64 m

Sleeping Places:: 2
Estimated Cabin Volume:: 454.65 ft³ 12.87 m³
Luggage Volume:: 91.82 ft³ 2.6 m³

2 Divan seats
2 Sleeping places
Hot meal
Lavatory
Cabin crew

Airframe

Aircraft Height:: 17.16 ft 5.23 m
Aircraft Length:: 52.72 ft 16.07 m
Wingspan:: 55.68 ft 16.97 m

Cabin Zones:: 1 passenger seating area, with club/forward-facing seats; refreshment storage and toilet facilities are separate from the seating-zone count (representative layout)
Doors:: 1 main passenger door; separate baggage hatch and emergency exit; no dedicated service door
Baggage Compartment:: Approved baggage compartments; volume, mass limits and cabin access vary with aircraft configuration
Airstairs:: Yes

Charter Costs for the Cessna Citation XLS+

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour: $4 700

Owning Price

Buying Price (new): —
Pre-owned Price Range: $4.5M – $15.5M

Charter Costs

Cost per NM: $11.01
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h: $2 001 – $3 001
Annual Cost of Ownership: $1.1M – $1.66M
Cost per Seat-Mile: $1.06

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours: $500 184
At 350 hours: $875 322

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours: $505 350
At 350 hours: $505 350

Farnborough – Ibiza

EGLF – LEIB

Flight time:: 2 h 1 min
Estimated price:: $16 731

Farnborough – Malaga

EGLF – LEMG

Flight time:: 2 h 20 min
Estimated price:: $18 982

Paris – Marrakesh

LFPB – GMMX

Flight time:: 2 h 57 min
Estimated price:: $23 367

Paris – Athens

LFPB – LGAV

Flight time:: 2 h 52 min
Estimated price:: $22 775

Geneve – Mykonos

LSGG – LGMK

Flight time:: 2 h 35 min
Estimated price:: $20 760

Zurich – Palma

LSZH – LEPA

Flight time:: 1 h 35 min
Estimated price:: $13 649

These route prices are estimates. The final quote will be provided by your manager and may vary depending on aircraft availability, travel dates, airport fees, and additional services.

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Cessna Citation XLS+ Description

The mid-sized Citation XLS derived from the Citation Excel, but could go faster and further. The Citation XLS+ is an improved version of the already successful Citation XLS, featuring better performance capabilities by way of upgraded engines. The Citation XLS+ is technically a mid-sized jet – its cabin length is 18.7 feet and it can fly up to 1,858 nautical miles; however, it can also take off in 3,560 feet and climb to cruise altitude in just 15 minutes, performance statistics reminiscent of light private jets. At any rate, the XLS+ boasts excellent handling capabilities, reliable systems, and consistent delivery of smooth, quick flights. The 5.7 feet high interior of the XLS+ holds nine passengers in a cabin that’s quiet and draft-free, due to the triple-sealed entry door and triple-pane windows. Details like fold-out tables, sliding headrests, and seats two to four inches wider than in previous models make flying comfortable. A couch (rated to takeoff/landing safety standards) comes standard. Indirect LED lighting is installed to give the cabin a roomier, more natural feel and comes with the benefits of producing less heat and lasting longer. An external compartment provides 80 cubic feet of storage space, along with an additional 10 cubic feet in an internal closet. This private jet boasts a maximum cruise speed of 431 knots and can climb at a rate of 3,500 fps at sea level. It can take off on runways as short as 3,560 feet – one of the shortest takeoff distance of any midsized jet. The XLS+ outperforms competing private jets and its predecessor due largely to its two Pratt & Whitney high bypass engines. The Citation XLS+ comes standard with two air conditioning systems to ensure that the cabin remains comfortable, even in the most extreme outside temperatures. A long-travel trailing link landing gear ensures smooth landings and taxiing. In short, the Citation XLS is a solid, reliable private jet that can take you anywhere a mid-sized jet can. Its comfort, performance and reliability match Cessna’s high standards in private jet travel.