Light Jet · Comparison
Beechcraft Premier IA vs Cessna CitationJet
Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Beechcraft Premier IA and Cessna CitationJet: 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 / 5
- Range
- 2,610 km / 2,408 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft Premier IA is configured for 6 seats with cabin height 1.6 m; the Cessna CitationJet offers 5 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 2,610 km for the Beechcraft Premier IA versus 2,408 km for the Cessna CitationJet, with cruise speeds of 828 km/h and 720 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 $2,500/hr for the Beechcraft Premier IA and $2,300/hr for the Cessna CitationJet. Takeoff runway guidance is 1097 m versus 1025 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 12 live public offers for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 256 for the Cessna CitationJet 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 IA | Cessna CitationJet |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Cessna |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Range | 2,610 km | 2,408 km |
| Cruise speed | 828 km/h | 720 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,500/hr | $2,300/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.6 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1097 m | 1025 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 12 | 256 |
Key takeaways
The Beechcraft Premier IA seats more passengers (6 vs 5). On published range, the Beechcraft Premier IA covers more distance (2,610 km vs 2,408 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna CitationJet ($2,300/hr vs $2,500/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna CitationJet (256 vs 12).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft Premier IA or the Cessna CitationJet?
Published seating is 6 for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 5 for the Cessna CitationJet.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Premier IA or the Cessna CitationJet?
Published range is 2,610 km for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 2,408 km for the Cessna CitationJet.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft Premier IA and the Cessna CitationJet?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,500/hr for the Beechcraft Premier IA and $2,300/hr for the Cessna CitationJet.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft Premier IA vs the Cessna CitationJet?
EmptyJet currently lists 12 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 256 for the Cessna CitationJet. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.