Aviation · Light Jets
Cessna Citation CJ3+
Cessna's mature light-jet platform — proven engines, simple operation, a strong charter resale market. The reliable workhorse alternative to the Phenom 300 at slightly lower hourly rates.
Specifications
About this aircraft
The Citation CJ3+ is Cessna's mature evolution of the original CJ light-jet line. Slightly slower than the Phenom 300 (Mach 0.737 vs 0.80) but with a similar range, an established global support network, and reliable Williams FJ44-3A engines. The cabin is slightly narrower than the Phenom's oval design but otherwise comparable. Often booked when the Phenom 300 isn't available or when the operator's CJ3+ is repositioning to the right airport.
Highlights
- →Mature platform — over 600 produced
- →Single-pilot certified
- →Williams FJ44 engines — proven
- →Range covers Zürich-Ibiza, Geneva-Mallorca, London-Mykonos
- →Strong worldwide MRO support
Best for
Typical routes
Where the office books this aircraft.
Zürich → Ibiza
1h 50min850 nm · Summer (May–Oct)
The single most-booked route from Zürich in summer. Direct to LEIB; door-to-door under three hours including ground time. The Phenom 300E and Citation CJ3+ cover this comfortably.
Zürich → Olbia (Sardinia)
1h 30min600 nm · Summer (Jun–Sep)
Costa Smeralda season. LIEO Olbia is a 20-minute drive from Porto Cervo. Light jets connect Zürich-Olbia in 90 minutes; the season slot pressure makes early booking essential.
Geneva → Mallorca
1h 50min800 nm · Summer (May–Oct)
Palma's general-aviation terminal is well-handled; ground time typically 20 minutes either side. A Phenom 300E or Citation CJ3+ covers Geneva-Palma in under two hours.
Zürich → Cannes (Mandelieu)
1h 10min500 nm · Year-round (peak May–Sep)
LFMD Mandelieu is a short runway closer to Cannes Croisette than Nice (LFMN). Peer light jets handle it well; the Pilatus PC-24 is favoured when the wind direction restricts approach options.
London → Ibiza
2h 20min1,000 nm · Summer (May–Oct)
Standard route for our London-based members. Usually via Luton (EGGW) or Farnborough (EGLF); both have full general-aviation terminals. The Citation CJ3+ is common on this leg.
Hourly rate
Quoted against your route — on request.
Send the route, passenger count and timing. The office quotes within the hour using current operator rates and positioning.
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