Midsize Jet
Cessna Citation Excel — Private Jet Charter
The Cessna Citation Excel is a midsize jet aircraft with a maximum range of 1,850 nm, 7 seats. SkyAccess tracks 50 active Cessna Citation Excel aircraft across 41 certified charter operators, with 12 upcoming empty legs published on this type.
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Cessna Citation Excel Specifications
- Seats
- 7
- Max range
- 1,850 nm
- Max speed
- 433 kts
- Ceiling
- 45,000 ft
- Cabin LxWxH
- 221 × 65 × 67 in
- Cabin volume
- 422 ft³
- Engines
- 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada
- MTOW
- 20,000 lb
The Cessna Citation Excel is a versatile mid-size business jet, combining the comfort of larger jets with the operational flexibility of smaller aircraft. Introduced by Cessna in 1996, the Citation Excel is part of the highly successful Citation family and is celebrated for its reliability, spacious cabin, and competitive performance. Its blend of cost-efficiency and comfort makes it a favorite for business and private travel. The Citation Excel is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545A engines, each producing 3,804 pounds of thrust. These engines enable the aircraft to reach a maximum cruise speed of 433 knots (486 mph) and cover a range of approximately 1,850 nautical miles, ideal for regional or medium-haul routes. With a takeoff distance of just 3,590 feet, the Excel can operate from smaller airports, providing convenience for travelers. The spacious cabin is designed to seat up to 7 passengers, offering a stand-up height of 5.7 feet and a width of 5.5 feet. The aircraft features a luxurious interior with fully reclining leather seats, a refreshment center, and an enclosed lavatory. Large windows and soundproofing enhance passenger comfort, while the flat-floor design provides ease of movement during flights. The cockpit of the Citation Excel is equipped with the Honeywell Primus 1000 avionics suite, offering advanced navigation, weather radar, and autopilot systems. This setup reduces pilot workload and increases operational safety, making it a favorite among operators for its straightforward handling and dependable performance. As of Q2 2024, the list price of the Cessna Citation Excel is $10,300,000.
Operators flying the Cessna Citation Excel (41)
Upcoming Cessna Citation Excel empty legs
Active Cessna Citation Excel aircraft on SkyAccess (50)
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Frequently asked about Cessna Citation Excel charter
- How much does it cost to charter a Cessna Citation Excel?
- Cessna Citation Excel charter pricing varies by route, time to departure, and operator. Empty leg pricing on the Cessna Citation Excel runs 25–80% below the equivalent on-demand charter rate, with the deepest discounts inside the 72-hour window before departure. On-demand retail charter on the same aircraft is the right product for fixed-date trips.
- Which operators fly the Cessna Citation Excel?
- 41 certified charter operators currently fly the Cessna Citation Excel on SkyAccess, with 50 active aircraft on the certificates. Each operator's profile lists the specific tail numbers, year of manufacture, base location, and current FAA registration status.
- Are there Cessna Citation Excel empty leg flights available?
- SkyAccess currently has 12 upcoming Cessna Citation Excel empty leg flights published across partner operators. Inventory turns over hourly as operators publish new positioning legs and existing legs are booked — set a saved-search alert on the model to be notified when new Cessna Citation Excel empty legs appear.
- Is the Cessna Citation Excel a safe aircraft to charter?
- The Cessna Citation Excel is a type-certificated airframe. Safety at the trip level depends on the operator, not the airframe model — every operator on SkyAccess holds an active air carrier certificate (Part 135 in the U.S., or the equivalent authority abroad), and many carry additional third-party audits (ARGUS, Wyvern, IS-BAO). Check the operator's profile for their specific certification and audit history.