N779RK
Cessna 560 Citation Encore+ (Encore+)
Cessna (Textron Aviation)
4 Hours
Duration of Flight
1760 NM
Range
438 MPH
Max Speed
Gallery
Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-06-03| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-22 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-11-22 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-11-22 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-11-22 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-11-20 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-11-20 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Cessna 560 Citation Encore+ (Encore+)
Overview
US-registered to MCAIRE LLC (Newton, NC). Certificate issued 2023-06-03; registration expiry 2028-08-31.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535B (3400 lbf each)
- Range: 1760 nm
- Cruise: 419 kts
- Seats: 7
- Ceiling: 45000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical 7–8-place executive layout (forward club, mid-cabin club, aft belted lav/forward-facing seats depending on owner fit) Executive leather seating, enclosed lavatory, external/forward baggage; exact cabin finish not listed in public records. Avionics: Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 (typical Encore+ fit)
Model & Market Context
N779RK is a 2008 Cessna 560 Citation Encore+ (MSN 560-0779) owned by MCAIRE LLC.
Based in the U.S. (Newton, NC) and active in regional operations; tracked flights in November 2025 show regular short- and medium-haul trips around Oklahoma and North Carolina. The airframe carries a standard Pro Line avionics fit on Encore+ models and typical 7–8 place executive interior options.
The Encore+ is an evolution of the Citation V/Ultra line with PW535 FADEC engines, Pro Line 21 avionics and improved performance for single- and two-pilot business missions. It is commonly operated by corporate owners and charter operators for short-to-mid-range executive transport.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N779RK | 23NG | N100AR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 560-0779 | 680-0527 | 560-5241 |
| Year Manufactured | 2008 | 2014 | 2002 |
| Duration of Flight | 4 Hours | 7 Hours | 4 Hours |
| Range | 1760 NM | 3190 NM | 1839 NM |
| Max Speed | 438 MPH | 460 MPH | 433 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | 12,500 to 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs | 12,500-19,999lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 45000 ft | 47000 ft | 45000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 7 | 9 | 13 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |