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Cessna Citation Longitude
The spacious cabin of the Cessna Citation Longitude and double-club seating afford at least 11 percent more legroom than the competition.
Explore detailsThe Cessna Citation Longitude is the flagship aircraft of the Cessna Citation family. Announced in 2012, the Longitude made its first flight in 2016 and obtained certification in 2018. Deliveries of the Longitude began in early 2019. The Longitude is the successor to the canceled Cessna Citation Columbus a...
Being Cessna’s flagship aircraft the aircraft manufacturers have gone to great lengths to increase comfort. The cabin is large and spacious. The cabin is easy to stroll through thanks to a flat floor and six-foot heig...
The Cessna Citation Longitude is powered by two rear-mounted Honeywell HTF7700L engines. Each engine produces 7,665 lb of thrust. This, therefore, results in a total maximum combined thrust of 15,330 lbs. As a result,...
Upfront the pilots are treated to a Garmin G5000 flight deck. These provide the pilots with complete touch-screen controls of navigation and communication systems. Cessna has built the cockpit to operate with maximum...
Chartering the Cessna Citation Longitude is a great choice when you are looking to fly long distances in supreme comfort with excellent fuel efficiency. The estimated cost to charter a Cessna Citation Longitude is approximately $4,500 per flight hour. Naturally, prices will vary depending on availability, fuel price...
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Key Facts
Purchase Price
If you are looking to purchase a Cessna Citation Longitude then you can expect to pay, at minimum, just under $30 million. Of course, this price has increased over the past couple of years since delivery of the aircraft first started.
As previously mentioned, NetJets was able to purchase their Longitude aircraft at just $26 million each. However, they were buying in bulk (175 units), and are a large-scale operator who is better able to negotiate prices.
If you are looking for a pre-owned example, then you will need to be willing to wait a while for an aircraft to hit the market. Due to the popularity and relatively low production figures, finding a pre-owned example is tricky.
Moreover, when they do come up for sale the price is still in the high $20 million range. This, therefore, results in a highly impressive depreciation figure, given that prices haven’t really gone down over new aircraft.
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Overview & History
The Cessna Citation Longitude is the flagship aircraft of the Cessna Citation family. Announced in 2012, the Longitude made its first flight in 2016 and obtained certification in 2018.
Deliveries of the Longitude began in early 2019.
The Longitude is the successor to the canceled Cessna Citation Columbus aircraft. The Columbus project was canceled in mid-2009.
The aircraft was due to be the largest Citation business jet produced by the company. However, given the economic climate at the time, Cessna concluded that the Columbus aircraft would not succeed in the environment.
The Longitude is the largest aircraft that Cessna currently produce. The Longitude fits into the super-midsize aircraft category.
The cross-section of the fuselage is the same as the Citation Latitude. However, the Longitude features a T-shaped tail, differentiating itself from the rear end of the Latitude.
The Longitude is one of the selected few aircraft to be operated by NetJets. The fractional ownership company announced the purchase of up to 175 aircraft, at a price tag of $26 million each.
Additionally, the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau and General Directorate of State Airports Authority of Turkey are both government operators of the Longitude.
According to Cessna, the Citation Longitude has been designed with “your business and return on investment in mind”. With its transatlantic range, advanced engineering, and great cabin experience, Cessna says it has the “lowest total ownership costs of any super-midsize jet”.
The Cessna Citation Longitude competes alongside the Gulfstream G280, Challenger 350, Dassault Falcon 2000S, and Embraer Legacy 600.
Cessna Citation Longitude Performance
The Cessna Citation Longitude is powered by two rear-mounted Honeywell HTF7700L engines. Each engine produces 7,665 lb of thrust.
This, therefore, results in a total maximum combined thrust of 15,330 lbs.
As a result, the Cessna Citation Longitude is able to take-off in just 4,810 feet. When it comes time to land, the Longitude is capable of completing a full-stop landing in just 3,170 feet.
Given the size and capabilities of the aircraft, these ground performance figures are very impressive.
Moreover, the Longitude is able to cruise at a maximum speed of 483 knots and cruise at up t0 45,000 feet. In optimum conditions and with only 4 passengers onboard, the Longitude is able to cruise non-stop for up to 3,500 Nautical Miles (4,027 Miles / 6,482 KM).
Of course, depending on weather conditions, ATC routing, and the number of passengers onboard, this figure will be slightly different.
Cessna estimates that with 10 passengers and 2 pilots onboard, the Citation Longitude will be able to fly non-stop for 3,216 Nautical Miles (3,597 Miles / 5,789 KM).
Therefore, these range figures put the Longitude in the comfortable position of being able to cross the Atlantic with ease. In both situations (zero to maximum passengers onboard), the Citation Longitude should be able to fly non-stop from New York to London.
That is, of course, assuming optimum weather and route conditions.
Cessna Citation Longitude Interior
Being Cessna’s flagship aircraft the aircraft manufacturers have gone to great lengths to increase comfort. The cabin is large and spacious.
The cabin is easy to stroll through thanks to a flat floor and six-foot height. Cessna says that the aircraft features “best-in-class legroom”.
Extensive work developing and implementing soundproofing techniques creates the “world’s quietest super-midsize cabin”. The cabin noise level is just 67 decibels.
In addition to the quiet cabin Cessna has created an aircraft with a maximum cabin altitude of just 5,950 feet. Combining these factors provides a relaxing environment.
Therefore, the peace and quiet are perfect for conducting business, resting, and talking with your fellow passengers.
In terms of air, the Longitude features a partial recirculation system. This system reuses a percentage of air from the cabin while also relying on fresh air to fill the cabin.
Cessna ensures that these systems use HEPA (High-Efficiency Particle Arrestance) filters. These filters consist of a cluster of fibers that filter out pathogens, dust, and other contaminations as air is forced through.
Typically, a full-volume exchange takes around four minutes to complete. Thanks to the external air being compressed and heated by the engines, you can be sure that germs, bacteria, and viruses are killed.
As a result of being Cessna’s newest jet, it has all the latest interior technology. For example, Cessna has implemented a fully wireless cabin management system that puts you in control of the cabin from every seat.
The cabin management system allows passengers to control the lighting, temperature, and communications from their own devices.
In its standard configuration, the Longitude features a double club seating configuration. According to Cessna, this provides 20% more legroom than the competition.
All seats can convert to fully lie-flat beds for longer flights.
At the front of the cabin, you will find a sizeable wet galley. Hot and cold water, plenty of cold storage, large supply cabinets, an espresso maker, and a microwave oven, also ensure that you will be dining well.
This provides plenty of space to prepare food for the flight. No matter what time of day you are flying you will be able to have an elegant meal made for you.
Also upfront you will find the electrically operated airstair. According to Cessna, this simplifies the boarding, loading, and unloading process.
Normally it is impossible to access luggage during a flight. However, the Longitude has a large walk-in baggage compartment.
This compartment is accessible throughout the entire flight without restriction. Up to 1,000 lbs (453 Kg) can be stored in the compartment.
As a result of these key features, the Longitude will help you to arrive at your destination feeling more relaxed and refreshed. With plenty of legroom and a quiet cabin, you can be sure to easily work, relax, and dine during your transatlantic flights.
The 15 large windows are optimally positioned to allow for the cabin to be bathed in natural light, while also providing you with stunning views of the world below.
Cockpit
Upfront the pilots are treated to a Garmin G5000 flight deck. These provide the pilots with complete touch-screen controls of navigation and communication systems.
Cessna has built the cockpit to operate with maximum efficiency. The Longitude features fully integrated auto-throttles and LINXUS software.
LINXUS is the industry’s most advanced on-board diagnostic system. Optional features include a head-up display and enhanced vision capabilities.
Thanks to the designer’s efficient use of space, the cockpit incorporates easy access and ergonomic design that fully focuses on crew comfort and efficiency.
The key benefit in reducing pilot workload through advanced systems and increasing comfort levels is a more rested, more efficient crew. Consequently, the crew will be sharper and be able to focus more on flying the aircraft.
All of this results in a safer operation of flight and a more pleasant experience for the crew.
Standard features of the Cessna Longitude cockpit include:
- Fully integrated autothrottles
- Three large 14-inch glass displays
- Four touch-screen controllers
- Garmin Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT™)
- Maintenance diagnostics
- Synoptic for key systems
- Industry-leading diagnostics with in-flight reporting
- ACARS – VHF
Optional features of the Cessna Longitude cockpit include:
- Hybrid navigator
- Head-up display
- Enhanced vision camera
- LASEREF
- LINK 2000+
- Iridium ACARS and FANS-1/A
- ICAO type IA FDR
Cessna Citation Longitude Charter Cost
Chartering the Cessna Citation Longitude is a great choice when you are looking to fly long distances in supreme comfort with excellent fuel efficiency.
The estimated cost to charter a Cessna Citation Longitude is approximately $4,500 per flight hour. Naturally, prices will vary depending on availability, fuel prices, ground fees, and more.
The Longitude is a great choice when looking to jump on the Atlantic comfortably.
In terms of aircraft availability, more and more Longitudes are starting to enter the charter market. Therefore, the ability to get time on a Longitude is increasing with every passing year due to their popularity and high demand.
Cessna Citation Longitude’s For Sale
How many Citation Longitude’s are currently on the market? As mentioned, finding a Longitude for sale is a tricky prospect.
If you search around the big aircraft marketplaces, such as AvBuyer and Controller, you will often get zero results when selecting this model. That is, of course, not to say that the aircraft are never for sale.
However, if you are in a rush to purchase your own aircraft, then the Longitude may not be the best choice.
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