Light Jet · Comparison
Beechcraft Beechjet 400A vs Cessna Citation CJ1+
Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and Cessna Citation CJ1+: 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
- 7 / 5
- Range
- 2,680 km / 2,412 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A is configured for 7 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Cessna Citation CJ1+ 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 2,680 km for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A versus 2,412 km for the Cessna Citation CJ1+, with cruise speeds of 778 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 $2,700/hr for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and $2,350/hr for the Cessna Citation CJ1+. Takeoff runway guidance is 1260 m versus 1025 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 21 live public offers for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 36 for the Cessna Citation CJ1+ 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 Beechjet 400A | Cessna Citation CJ1+ |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Cessna |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Range | 2,680 km | 2,412 km |
| Cruise speed | 778 km/h | 720 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,700/hr | $2,350/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1260 m | 1025 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 21 | 36 |
Key takeaways
The Beechcraft Beechjet 400A seats more passengers (7 vs 5). On published range, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A covers more distance (2,680 km vs 2,412 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation CJ1+ ($2,350/hr vs $2,700/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation CJ1+ (36 vs 21).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A or the Cessna Citation CJ1+?
Published seating is 7 for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 5 for the Cessna Citation CJ1+.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A or the Cessna Citation CJ1+?
Published range is 2,680 km for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 2,412 km for the Cessna Citation CJ1+.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and the Cessna Citation CJ1+?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,700/hr for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and $2,350/hr for the Cessna Citation CJ1+.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A vs the Cessna Citation CJ1+?
EmptyJet currently lists 21 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft Beechjet 400A and 36 for the Cessna Citation CJ1+. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.