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Citation CJ3

Seats up to seven (with two pilots); eight with optional lavatory seat. Go farther nonstop–like San Francisco to Houston or DC to Phoenix.

Maximum Range

1800

Maximum Cruise Speed

415

Maximum Passengers

9

Useful Load

775

Minimum Runway Length

3400

About

Citation CJ3

The Citation CJ3 advanced the CJ family with greater space, range, and capability—delivering a true step up in comfort and performance while retaining the hallmark efficiency and simplicity of the series. Its two-foot longer cabin than the CJ2/CJ2+ comfortably seats six passengers in a club configuration, with an optional side-facing seat for a seventh and an optional belted lavatory seat for an eighth. The CJ3 also features an oversized aft baggage compartment, adding exceptional utility for extended trips. Powered by FADEC-equipped Williams FJ44-3A engines and equipped with Collins Pro Line 21 avionics with integrated VNAV, the CJ3 offers advanced situational awareness and smooth, reliable performance. Certified for single-pilot operation, it climbs directly to 45,000 feet in 27 minutes, cruises at 420 knots, and delivers a range of approximately 1,800 nautical miles—roughly 200 nm more than the CJ2+. Combining greater payload and reach with proven Citation efficiency, the CJ3 remains one of the most versatile and sought-after light jets in the world.

Key Specs at a Glance

Model Class:

Light Jet

Powerplant:​

Williams

Model:

FJ44-3A

Engine Programs:​

TAP Elite, TAP Blue, JSSI

Thrust Per Engine (lbs)

2820

Avionics System:

Collins Pro Line 21, Collins Pro Line Fusion

Baggage Capacity Ext ft³:

65

Minimum Crew:

1

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Inside and Out: Space, Comfort, and Design

The Citation CJ3 extends the CJ line with a two-foot longer cabin than the CJ2/CJ2+, seating six passengers with an optional side-facing seat for a seventh, plus an optional belted lavatory seat. Powered by FADEC-equipped FJ44-3A engines and featuring Pro Line 21 avionics with integrated VNAV. Certified for single-pilot operation. The CJ3 offers a 200 nm range increase over the CJ2+ and includes an oversized aft baggage compartment. Climb directly to 45,000 feet in 27 minutes and cruise at 420 kts with 1,800 nm range.

Market Data

Current Market

Fleet Size:

410

Number of Aircraft For Sale:

16 (2 Off-Market)

Asking Price Range:​

$3,450,000 - $5,725,000

Percentage of Fleet For Sale:

3.9%

Average Days on Market:

136

Six Month Retail Sales

Number of Aircraft Sold:

16 (2 Off-Market)

Sold Price Range:

$4,500,000 - $5,695,000

Percentage of Fleet Sold:

4.3%

Average Days on Market:

98

Aircraft Dimensions

Cabin Height (Feet):

4'9"

Cabin Width (Feet):​

4'9"

Cabin Length (Feet):

15'8"

Cabin Volume ft³:

359.51

Wingspan (Feet):

53'3"

Fuselage Length (Feet)

50'2"

Citation CJ3 Standard 2009 2010 - The Jet Agent
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Aircraft Performance

Range, Crew Only (NM):

1800

Balance Field Length (Feet):​

3400

Landing Distance (Feet):

2800

Normal (Max) Cruise Speed (KTS):

415

Maximum Cruise Speed (KTS):​

415

Fuel Burn (GPH):

144

Service Ceiling (Feet):

45000

Aircraft Weight and Carrying Capacity

Useful Payload With Full Fuel (lbs):

775

Max Ramp Weight (lbs):​

14070

Max Payload (lbs):

1810

Maximum Take Off Weight (lbs):

13870

Maximum Landing Weight (lbs):

12750

Basic Operating Weight (lbs):

8485

Total Usable Fuel Capacity (lbs):

4710

Hourly Operating Costs

Fuel Cost based on Gallons Per Hour:

$900

Airframe Maintenance Per Hour:​

$453

Engine/APU Maintenance Per Hour:

$540

Other Variable Costs:

$255

Total Variable Cost Per Hour:​

$2148

Cost per NM:

$5.26

Range

How Far You Can Fly: Discover Your Reach

The Citation CJ3 extends the CJ line with a two-foot longer cabin than the CJ2/CJ2+, seating six passengers with an optional side-facing seat for a seventh, plus an optional belted lavatory seat. Powered by FADEC-equipped FJ44-3A engines and featuring Pro Line 21 avionics with integrated VNAV. Certified for single-pilot operation. The CJ3 offers a 200 nm range increase over the CJ2+ and includes an oversized aft baggage compartment. Climb directly to 45,000 feet in 27 minutes and cruise at 420 kts with 1,800 nm range.

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