Cessna Citation CJ1+

The Cessna Citation Jet 1+ is a turbofan-powered light corporate jet built by Textron Cessna.

It was developed as an improved version of the CJ1 with the ability to fly faster plus a 100-pound gross weight increase allowing it to carry more payload over greater distances.

As of January 2016, 53% of the Citation CJ1+ aircraft were purchased pre-owned by their current owners, the other 47% new.

8.8% are currently for sale, with the majority of those (78%) under an exclusive broker agreement. When for sale, the average number of days on the market is 453.

The CJ1+ replaced the CJ1 in 2005.

It shares the same airframe but has an updated avionics package. Production ended in 2011 following the completion of 102 deliveries.

The CJ1+ is extremely fuel-efficient, burning an average of 122gallons per hour. The economy of its fuel burn can be largely attributed to Cessna’s choice of engines.

It uses two Williams/Rolls-Royce FJ44-1A turbofans, each of which delivers 1,965 pounds of thrust on takeoff.

The CJ1 has a payload capacity of 1,500 pounds; its maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) of 10,700 pounds is 100 pounds heavier than the MTOW of its predecessor the Citation Jet.

The maximum fuel weight also increased 300 pounds to a total of 3,220 pounds.

At 41,000 feet, the CJ1+ can travel more than 20 knots faster than the CJ1.

Plus, the 100-pound gross weight increase of the CJ1+ allows it to carry more payload greater distances.

The maximum IFR range with a single pilot and three passengers is 1,285 nm.

These alterations resulted in better range/payload flexibility, offering owners more options in flight planning.

The most surprising result of the significant increase in the payload is that the CJ1+ is actually faster than the Citation Jet.

The Citation CJ1 has a maximum range (subject to headwinds, high altitude, hot temperatures, or higher capacity) of 1285 miles and a maximum speed of 378knots.

The CJ1+ was specifically designed to be able to operate on short runways.

At sea level the CJ1 can take off in 3,080 feet; on runways at an altitude of 5,000 feet, its takeoff distance increases to a mere 5,710 feet.

The cabin measures 11 feet long by 4.8 feet wide by 4.8 feet tall giving it a total cabin volume of 186 cubic feet.

The dimensions make it comfortable for 6 passengers, with the maximum configuration seating 8.

Most owners, knowing the economical features of the CJ1, are surprised at how comfortable it is. The full-length dropped aisle gives the cabin a roomier feel.

The double-sealed door uses a fastening system similar to that of a vault, which reduces cabin noise.

Toilet, leather interior, galley facilities, air-conditioned and pressurized cabin for passenger comfort, and generous luggage capacity are just some of the facilities.

The four-place interior of the CJ1+ has received substantial upgrades.

Cessna’s standard CJ1+ features now include a left-hand belted flushing toilet, deluxe refreshment center, indirect lighting, and overwater life vests.

The standard Citation CJ1+ Collins Pro Line 21 avionics package is nearly identical to the system offered on the new Citation CJ2+ and Citation CJ3.

It features a standard configuration of three 8-inch by 10-inch active-matrix color liquid crystal displays, two air data computers, a file server system with cursor control panel and enhanced map overlays, Pro-Line 21 CNS radios, broadcast weather, and Collins FMS-3000 with performance database.

Optional CJ1+ avionics equipment includes electronic charts showing geo-referenced aircraft position on airport diagrams, interactive graphical weather, and Honeywell Mark VIII EGPWS.

The cost to charter a CJ1+ starts at around $2,650 an hour.

Hourly charter rates do not include all taxes, fuel, and other fees. Charter costs will vary based on year of make/model, schedule, routing, passenger & baggage totals, and other factors.