Cessna Citation CJ2

The stretched light jet built for extended range and cabin flexibility.

Overview

Cessna United States ICAO: C25A 2000–2016 Active $7 million (2012)

The Cessna Citation CJ2 expanded the original CJ series by offering additional cabin length and range. Entering service at the turn of the century, it targeted owner-operators and corporate users seeking greater capacity than the CJ1. The aircraft retained the Citation family’s focus on straightforward operation.

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Specifications

Units
Engine
2 × Williams FJ44-3A-24
Engine type
Turbofan
Thrust
2 × 2,490 lbf · 11 kN
Avionics
Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
5
Crew
—
Cabin width
4 ft 10 in  ·  1.47 m
Cabin height
4 ft 9 in  ·  1.45 m
Cabin length
13 ft 7 in  ·  4.14 m
Exterior length
47 ft 8 in  ·  14.53 m
Tail height
14 ft 0 in  ·  4.27 m
Fuselage diameter
5 ft 3 in  ·  1.60 m
Wing span
49 ft 10 in  ·  15.19 m
Baggage volume
65 ft³  ·  1.8 m³
Gross weight
—
Empty weight
—
Max takeoff weight
12,400 lb  ·  5,600 kg
Max landing weight
11,500 lb  ·  5,200 kg
Max payload
1,400 lb  ·  650 kg
Fuel capacity
590 gal · 2,200 L · 1,800 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
418 kt  ·  481 mph  ·  774 km/h
Maximum speed
—
Cruise speed
—
Approach speed
86 kt  ·  99 mph  ·  159 km/h
Range
1,781 nm  ·  2,050 mi  ·  3,300 km
Fuel burn
2.74 nm/gal  ·  1.34 km/L
Ceiling
45,000 ft  ·  13,700 m
Rate of climb
4,120 ft/min  ·  21 m/s
Takeoff distance
3,350 ft  ·  1,020 m
Landing distance
3,000 ft  ·  910 m
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Cessna 525A Citation CJ2 ‘EC-KES’

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Operational Context

Cessna Citation CJ2 — light twin-engine business jet

The CJ2 first flew in 1999 and entered service in 2000. It featured a stretched fuselage compared with earlier CJ variants, allowing seating for up to eight occupants depending on configuration. The aircraft was certified for single-pilot operation, broadening its appeal.

Two Williams FJ44 turbofan engines, each producing approximately 2,400 pounds of thrust (10.7 kN), power the jet. Typical cruise speed is around 400 knots (741 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 12,500 pounds (5,670 kg), with range approaching 1,500 nautical miles (2,778 km).

The CJ2 became popular among corporate and charter operators seeking efficient short- to mid-range capability. Its avionics suite and manageable operating costs supported widespread adoption. The aircraft remains active in global light jet fleets.