Citation CJ3 Gen2

The Cessna (Textron) Citation CJ3 Gen2 offers a maximum range of about 3,778 km (2,040 nautical miles). This figure reflects a typical load; the real passenger count, baggage and wind conditions reduce effective range. Like any aircraft in its segment (light jet), it reaches that range at a high cruise speed, which determines the city pairs it can link directly. In practice, an aircraft of this segment places most European pairs such as Paris–Nice or Geneva–London within non-stop reach, subject to payload and weather on the day.

The cabin seats up to 9 passengers in maximum configuration. With 4.78 m of cabin length and 1.45 m of height, the real layout often favours space and comfort over seat count. Most charter configurations slightly reduce capacity to gain living zones, a lounge or a night area depending on the segment. Beyond seat count, the standing room, galley and baggage hold shape the real experience: a light jet typically offers a refreshment galley and a compact lavatory for the route.

As a guide, chartering an aircraft in this segment (light jet) runs around €3,500 per hour all-in, excluding variable landing fees by destination. The real rate depends on the specific aircraft, availability, season and empty repositioning distance. A quote request returns a firm all-in price within sixty minutes. The figure is for the whole aircraft, not per seat, and includes crew, fuel and standard handling; an empty-leg repositioning flight in the same category can cut it sharply when the dates align. A two-hour minimum applies.

Yes, the Cessna (Textron) Citation CJ3 Gen2 is still in production. Aircraft offered for charter are operated by ARGUS Gold or Wyvern Wingman certified carriers, a guarantee of high safety and maintenance standards whatever the aircraft's age. Availability varies by region and season, so the specific tail offered may differ in age, cabin and configuration; our advisors confirm the exact aircraft, its photos and amenities with every firm quote. To charter it, a single request returns the available aircraft, their operators and a firm all-in price, which you can compare before committing.