Light Jet · Comparison
Beechcraft Premier I vs Cessna Citation Ultra
Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Beechcraft Premier I and Cessna Citation Ultra: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Light Jet
- Seats
- 6 / 7
- Range
- 2,500 km / 3,250 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft Premier I is configured for 6 seats with cabin height 1.6 m; the Cessna Citation Ultra offers 7 seats and 1.4 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 2,500 km for the Beechcraft Premier I versus 3,250 km for the Cessna Citation Ultra, with cruise speeds of 826 km/h and 770 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $2,400/hr for the Beechcraft Premier I and $2,400/hr for the Cessna Citation Ultra. Takeoff runway guidance is 1100 m versus 1100 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 13 live public offers for the Beechcraft Premier I and 203 for the Cessna Citation Ultra right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Beechcraft Premier I | Cessna Citation Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Cessna |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Seats | 6 | 7 |
| Range | 2,500 km | 3,250 km |
| Cruise speed | 826 km/h | 770 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,400/hr | $2,400/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.6 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1100 m | 1100 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 13 | 203 |
Key takeaways
The Cessna Citation Ultra seats more passengers (7 vs 6). On published range, the Cessna Citation Ultra covers more distance (3,250 km vs 2,500 km). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Ultra (203 vs 13).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft Premier I or the Cessna Citation Ultra?
Published seating is 6 for the Beechcraft Premier I and 7 for the Cessna Citation Ultra.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Premier I or the Cessna Citation Ultra?
Published range is 2,500 km for the Beechcraft Premier I and 3,250 km for the Cessna Citation Ultra.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft Premier I and the Cessna Citation Ultra?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,400/hr for the Beechcraft Premier I and $2,400/hr for the Cessna Citation Ultra.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft Premier I vs the Cessna Citation Ultra?
EmptyJet currently lists 13 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft Premier I and 203 for the Cessna Citation Ultra. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.