Cessna Citation XLS / XLS+

Introduction & Fun Facts

The Citation Excel family, introduced in 1998, marked a turning point for Cessna in the midsize jet market. The XLS and XLS+ variants brought upgraded avionics, improved engines, and refined interiors, keeping the series at the top of global sales charts for years.

With over 1,000 aircraft delivered, the Citation XLS/XLS+ is widely regarded as the benchmark midsize jet, balancing spacious cabin comfort, competitive operating costs, and outstanding performance.

Its popularity with both corporate operators and private owners has made it one of the most frequently chartered jets in Europe and beyond.

Cabin & Comfort

• Seats: 8 passengers

• Cabin Dimensions: 5.64 m (18 ft 6 in) length × 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) width × 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) height

• Luggage Capacity: Fits up to 8 medium suitcases plus soft bags

• Layout: Club seating with additional forward-facing seats

• Lavatory: Fully enclosed rear lavatory

• Flight Attendant: Sometimes included depending on operator and route, optional on request

The cabin offers excellent headroom and width for a midsize jet, with comfortable executive seating and fold-out tables, making it ideal for both business and leisure missions.

Catering

Standard catering includes sandwiches, snacks, fruit platters, and drinks (coffee, tea, wine, champagne). On longer flights such as Geneva–Riyadh or Zurich–Dubai, enhanced or hot catering can be arranged depending on client preference.

Performance & Specs

• Range: up to 3,900 km (≈ 2,423 mi / 2,105 nm) — 4.5 to 5 hours of flight

• Cruising Speed: 820 km/h (≈ 510 mph / 443 knots)

• Engines: 2 × Pratt & Whitney PW545B (XLS) / PW545C (XLS+)

• Take-off Distance: approx. 1,085 m (≈ 3,560 ft)

• Maximum Ceiling: 13,716 m (45,000 ft)

Popular Routes & Prices in Europe & Middle East

The Citation XLS/XLS+ is perfectly suited for longer European and Middle Eastern flights while maintaining competitive operating costs.

• Geneva – Riyadh: from 25,000 EUR

• Zurich – Dubai: from 27,000 EUR

• Paris Le Bourget – Larnaca: from 17,500 EUR

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

Why Choose the Citation XLS / XLS+

• Best-selling midsize jet in history

• Spacious and comfortable cabin with enclosed lavatory

• Strong balance of cost-efficiency and performance

• Sometimes includes a flight attendant, enhancing the onboard experience

Technical Data

• Aircraft Type: Midsize Jet

• Manufacturer: Cessna (Textron Aviation)

• Range: 3,900 km (2,423 mi / 2,105 nm)

• Cruise Speed: 820 km/h (510 mph / 443 knots)

• Seats: 8 passengers

• Cabin Dimensions: 5.64 m × 1.68 m × 1.73 m (18 ft 6 in × 5 ft 6 in × 5 ft 8 in)

• Luggage Capacity: 8 medium suitcases plus soft bags

• Lavatory: Fully enclosed rear lavatory