Light Business Jets
Cessna Citation Encore
ICAO: C560
Overview
The Cessna Citation CJ4 entered service in the early 2010s as the largest member of the CJ series. Designed for improved range and cabin comfort, it bridges the gap between light and midsize segments. The aircraft emphasizes efficiency and avionics modernization.
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Specifications
Units
- Engine
- 2 × Williams FJ44-4A
- Engine type
- Turbofan
- Thrust
- 2 × 3,621 lbf · 16 kN
- Avionics
- Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
- Wing tips
- No winglets
- Seats
- 12
- Crew
- —
- Cabin width
- 4 ft 10 in · 1.47 m
- Cabin height
- 4 ft 9 in · 1.45 m
- Cabin length
- 17 ft 4 in · 5.28 m
- Exterior length
- 53 ft 6 in · 16.30 m
- Tail height
- 15 ft 5 in · 4.70 m
- Fuselage diameter
- 5 ft 3 in · 1.60 m
- Wing span
- 50 ft 10 in · 15.49 m
- Baggage volume
- 77 ft³ · 2.2 m³
- Gross weight
- —
- Empty weight
- —
- Max takeoff weight
- 17,100 lb · 7,750 kg
- Max landing weight
- 15,700 lb · 7,100 kg
- Max payload
- 2,200 lb · 1,000 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 870 gal · 3,300 L · 2,600 kg (Jet A)
- Max cruise speed
- 451 kt · 519 mph · 835 km/h
- Maximum speed
- —
- Cruise speed
- —
- Approach speed
- 112 kt · 129 mph · 207 km/h
- Range
- 2,165 nm · 2,490 mi · 4,010 km
- Fuel burn
- 2.55 nm/gal · 1.25 km/L
- Ceiling
- 45,000 ft · 13,700 m
- Rate of climb
- 3,854 ft/min · 20 m/s
- Takeoff distance
- 3,400 ft · 1,040 m
- Landing distance
- 2,950 ft · 900 m
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Operational Context
Cessna Citation CJ4 — extended-range light business jet
The CJ4 first flew in 2008 and entered service in 2010. It features a swept-wing design distinct from earlier straight-wing CJs. The aircraft incorporates modern glass cockpit systems and refined aerodynamics.
Two Williams FJ44 turbofan engines producing approximately 3,600 pounds of thrust (16.0 kN) each power the jet. Cruise speed approaches 450 knots (833 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 17,000 pounds (7,711 kg), with range near 2,100 nautical miles (3,889 km).
The CJ4 has become a popular choice for owner-operators and charter companies. Its combination of speed and manageable operating costs strengthens the Citation lineup. Production continues in updated configurations.
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