Aircraft
Cessna Citation I
The Cessna Citation I is a light jet with up to 5 seats and 2,100 km range. Compare verified specs below with live empty-leg availability on EmptyJet.
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- Seats
- 5
- Range
- 2,100 km
- Cruise
- 660 km/h
- Hourly
- $2,000
About this aircraft
The Citation I launched the Citation brand—the first business jet designed from the start for single-pilot operation and simple ownership.
Fanjet-powered and approachable, it created the market for light business jets that Cessna still leads. Surviving airframes are mostly upgraded owner aircraft rather than mainstream charter.
Historically essential: every later Citation traces its product philosophy back to this model.
EmptyJet market activity
- On EmptyJet, the Cessna Citation I appeared in 42 empty-leg offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026, according to EmptyJet.
- Its busiest corridor was Nashville (BNA) to Pompano Beach (PPM), listed 2 times over that period.
- Inventory spanned 35 routes across the EmptyJet catalog.
- Priced Cessna Citation I empty legs centered on a median ask of USD 7,234, with an observed range of USD 969–USD 17,420 (55 priced listings).
- Typical missions ran about 925 km one-way on the median EmptyJet listing.
Performance
- Category
- Light Jet
- Range
- 2,100 km
- Cruise speed
- 660 km/h
- Max speed
- 680 km/h
- Takeoff runway
- 1,000 m
- Landing runway
- 900 m
- ICAO type
- C500
Cabin
- Seats
- 5
- Height
- 1.42 m
- Width
- 1.45 m
- Length
- 3.86 m
- Cabin area
- 6.8 m²
- Baggage
- 1.2 m³
Operating economics
- Typical hourly cost
- USD 2,000
- Fuel burn
- 150 L/h
- Fuel cost / hour
- USD 900
- Manufacturer
- Cessna
Best missions
- Historic light-jet owner flying
- Entry Citation heritage missions
- Niche charter rather than high-volume empty legs
Sources
- Cessna Citation familyTextron Aviation
- Cessna Citation I overviewWikipedia
Alternatives
FAQ
How often does the Cessna Citation I appear on EmptyJet?
EmptyJet recorded 42 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation I from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
Which empty-leg route is busiest for the Cessna Citation I?
On EmptyJet, the busiest Cessna Citation I corridor was Nashville (BNA) to Pompano Beach (PPM), with 2 listings from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
What is a typical empty-leg price for the Cessna Citation I?
Priced EmptyJet listings for the Cessna Citation I show a median ask of USD 7,234 across 55 priced offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026. Final quotes still vary by route, date, and operator.
What is the range of the Cessna Citation I?
The Cessna Citation I has a published maximum range of 2,100 km.
How many passengers does the Cessna Citation I seat?
The Cessna Citation I is configured for up to 5 passengers.
What is the typical hourly cost of a Cessna Citation I?
EmptyJet reference data places typical Cessna Citation I operating cost near USD 2,000 per flight hour. Charter quotes vary by route, operator, and availability.
How much fuel does a Cessna Citation I burn?
Reference fuel burn for the Cessna Citation I is about 150 liters per hour.
What runway length does a Cessna Citation I need?
Published takeoff runway requirement for the Cessna Citation I is about 1,000 m.
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