Citation CJ3 Private Jet Charter
The Citation CJ3 is a light jet with a maximum range of 2,040 nm, 8 seats. SkyAccess tracks 3 active Citation CJ3 aircraft across 3 certified charter operators, with 4 upcoming empty legs published on this type.
Citation CJ3 specs and range
- Seats
- 8
- Max range
- 2,040 nm
- Max speed
- 417 kts
- Cruise speed
- 417 kts
- Ceiling
- 45,000 ft
- Cabin L × W × H
- 15 ft 8 in × 4 ft 10 in × 4 ft 9 in
- Cabin volume
- 286 cu ft
- Engines
- 2 × Williams FJ44-3A
- Max takeoff weight
- 13,870 lb
The Citation CJ3 is a light jet with 8 seats and a published maximum range of 2,040 nm (about 2,348 miles or 3,778 km).
It has a top speed of 417 knots (about 480 mph), a normal cruise speed of 417 knots, a service ceiling of 45,000 ft and a maximum takeoff weight of 13,870 lb. It is powered by two Williams FJ44-3A engines.
The cabin measures 15 ft 8 in long, 4 ft 10 in wide and 4 ft 9 in tall, with 286 cu ft of interior volume.
Operators flying the Citation CJ3 (3)
3 certified charter operators list a Citation CJ3 on SkyAccess. Operator identity is kept confidential: members and charter requests get the full list.
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Active Citation CJ3 aircraft on SkyAccess (3)
Tail numbers, year, operator, and base for the 3 active Citation CJ3 aircraft on SkyAccess are available to members.
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Frequently asked about Citation CJ3 charter
- How far can the Citation CJ3 fly?
- The Citation CJ3 has a published maximum range of 2,040 nautical miles (about 2,348 statute miles). On paper that covers a trip like New York (TEB) to Palm Beach (PBI), about 900 nm, without a fuel stop. Headwinds, passenger and baggage weight, weather and runway length all reduce real range, so the operator confirms the routing and any fuel stop on your quote.
- How many seats does the Citation CJ3 have?
- The Citation CJ3 has 8 seats. Cabin layouts differ between aircraft, so the seat count of the specific aircraft offered is confirmed on your quote.
- How much does it cost to charter a Citation CJ3?
- Citation CJ3 charter pricing varies by route, time to departure, and operator. Empty leg pricing on the Citation CJ3 is typically 25 to 75% below a comparable full charter, and operators can set a listing's price to step down as departure approaches. A full on-demand charter on the same aircraft is the right product for fixed-date trips.
- Which operators fly the Citation CJ3?
- 3 certified charter operators currently fly the Citation CJ3 on SkyAccess, with 3 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 Citation CJ3 empty leg flights available?
- SkyAccess currently has 4 upcoming Citation CJ3 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 Citation CJ3 empty legs appear.
- Is the Citation CJ3 a safe aircraft to charter?
- The Citation CJ3 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.