Cessna Citation Ultra

“A proven workhorse of the light jet category. The Citation Ultra blends speed, cabin comfort, and efficiency, making it a favorite for both business and leisure flights across Europe.”

Cessna Citation Ultra light jet parked on runway, reliable private aircraft for European mid-range flights
Cessna Citation Ultra cabin interior with seating for 7 passengers and fully enclosed lavatory

Introduction & Fun Facts

The Citation Ultra, introduced in the early 1990s, is an upgraded version of the popular Citation V. It features Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5D engines that deliver improved performance and fuel efficiency, alongside upgraded avionics and a redesigned cabin. In 1994, the Ultra was named “Best Business Jet” by Flying Magazine, cementing its reputation as a reliable and versatile light jet. Although production ended in 1999, the Ultra remains widely used in charter fleets thanks to its excellent balance of comfort, range, and operating costs.

Cabin & Comfort

  • Seats: 7 passengers

  • Cabin Dimensions: 5.28 m (17 ft 4 in) length × 1.47 m (4 ft 10 in) width × 1.45 m (4 ft 9 in) height

  • Luggage Capacity: Fits up to 6 medium suitcases plus soft cabin bags

  • Layout: Club seating plus additional forward-facing seats

  • Lavatory: Fully enclosed rear lavatory

  • Flight Attendant: Not standard, but can be arranged on request

The cabin of the Ultra is spacious and practical, offering the same dimensions as later models in the Excel/XLS family, which grew out of the Ultra’s success.

Catering

Typical catering includes sandwiches, fruit platters, and snacks, with beverages such as soft drinks, coffee, tea, wine, or champagne. Hot catering can be arranged for longer trips.

Performance & Specs

  • Range: up to 3,100 km (≈ 1,926 mi / 1,675 nm) — around 4.5 hours of flight

  • Cruising Speed: 790 km/h (≈ 491 mph / 426 knots)

  • Engines: 2 × Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5D turbofans

  • Take-off Distance: approx. 1,090 m (≈ 3,576 ft)

  • Maximum Ceiling: 13,700 m (45,000 ft)

Popular Routes & Prices in Europe

The Citation Ultra is a great choice for short- to mid-range connections across Europe.

  • Geneva – Ibiza: from 8,200 EUR

  • Zurich – Dubrovnik: from 8,800 EUR

  • Paris Le Bourget – Edinburgh: from 9,000 EUR

Prices are indicative, subject to aircraft positioning, seasonality, and request preparation time.

Why Choose the Citation Ultra

  • Spacious cabin for up to 7 passengers

  • Proven reliability and award-winning design

  • Fully enclosed lavatory for passenger comfort

  • Cost-efficient option for mid-range European routes

Technical Data

  • Aircraft Type: Light Jet

  • Manufacturer: Cessna (Textron Aviation)

  • Range: 3,100 km (1,926 mi / 1,675 nm)

  • Cruise Speed: 790 km/h (491 mph / 426 knots)

  • Seats: 7 passengers

  • Cabin Dimensions: 5.28 m × 1.47 m × 1.45 m (17 ft 4 in × 4 ft 10 in × 4 ft 9 in)

  • Luggage Capacity: 6 medium suitcases plus soft cabin bags

  • Lavatory: Fully enclosed rear lavatory