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Citation CJ3+

The Cessna Citation CJ3+ is a light business jet that builds on the successful CJ3 platform with an updated Garmin G3000 avionics suite, offering single-pilot certification under FAR Part 61. Powered by two Williams International FJ44-3A engines, the CJ3+ carries up to 9 passengers up to 2,040 nautical miles at a typical cruise speed of 416 knots. It remains one of the most popular single-pilot-certified jets in the market due to its balance of performance, cabin comfort, and operating economy.

  • Single-pilot certified (FAR Part 61)
  • Garmin G3000 Intrinzic avionics
  • 2,040 nm range with NBAA IFR reserves
  • Seats up to 9 passengers
  • Low direct operating cost
  • Wide CJ-series cabin for the class
Cessna / Textron Aviation Citation CJ3+

Citation CJ3+ key specifications

Range
2,040 nm
Cruise speed
416 kts
Passengers
up to 9
Max take-off weight
13,870 lb
Engines
2 × Turbofan
Overview

About the Citation CJ3+

The Cessna / Textron Aviation Citation CJ3+ is a business jet from the Citation CJ family that entered service in 2014 and is a current-generation design. Developed in the United States, it is built for private and corporate travel that values cabin comfort and speed.

On performance, it offers a maximum range of about 2,040 nautical miles and a cruise of roughly 416 knots. It seats up to 9 passengers and is powered by 2 Williams International FJ44-3A engines.

Its 2,040 nm range makes it well matched to transcontinental missions without a fuel stop. It is certified for single-pilot operation and is approved for IFR flight. For buyers weighing the Citation CJ3+, compare its specifications and operating profile against the closest alternatives below before requesting a quote.

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At a glance

Performance

Max Range
2,040 nm
Cruise Speed
416 kt
Max Seats
9
MTOW
13,870 lbs

Full specifications

Operator and certification details for the Citation CJ3+, plus the complete performance, dimensions, weights and powerplant sheet — free with an account.

Country of Origin
United States
Engines
2 × Turbofan
Engine Model
Williams International FJ44-3A
IFR Certified
Yes
Single-Pilot
Yes

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Value & depreciation

How a business jet like the Citation CJ3+ typically holds value — indicative, class-typical retention of a new example against age. Run your own year and hours in the valuation calculator for a specific estimate.

At 5 years
~73%
of typical new value retained
At 10 years
~54%
of typical new value retained
At 15 years
~40%
of typical new value retained

Indicative only — actual value depends on hours, maintenance-program status, avionics, condition and the current market.

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Five-year ROI projection
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Charter profitability
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How the Citation CJ3+ compares

Side by side with the most similar business jets.

Performance
Range
2,040 nm
2,100 nm
2,000 nm
1,613 nm
Cruise speed
416 kt
430 kt
440 kt
418 kt
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Capacity & dimensions
Max seats
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12
11
7
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Max takeoff weight
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20,600 lbs
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Powerplant
Engines
2 × Turbofan
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Engine model
Williams International FJ44-3A
Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545D
Williams FJ44-4A
Williams FJ44-3A-24

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