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Citation CJ3

The CJ3 provides more legroom and cabin length than the CJ2. Six main seats make it a practical choice for a group that wants a light jet with useful range.

Citation CJ3 exterior
6-7PassengersTypical cabin configurations
1.45 mCabin heightAt the highest point
3,778 kmMaximum rangeSee the loading conditions below
1.84 m³Baggage spaceConfiguration-dependent
Inside the Citation CJ3

A closer look at the cabin

Citation CJ3 example interior

Example interior. Colours, seating and equipment vary by aircraft.

Cessna Citation CJ3 exteriorCessna Citation CJ3 example cabin interior

Why consider this model?

Club seatingSeparate baggage compartmentsCompact cabin
See the actual scale

How much space?

180 cm
Man 180 cm tall, scale illustration
165 cm
Woman 165 cm tall, scale illustration
1.45 m1.47 m
One illustrative configurationCabin length 4.78 m

People and cabin dimensions share one scale. The cabin outline is illustrative. The layout is an example, not the seat map of the aircraft in your quote.

What you can bring

Room for your luggage

5-7medium suitcases*

1.84 m³ of baggage space.

* Indicative estimate based on published baggage volume, for medium suitcases around 65 × 45 × 25 cm. Compartment shape, door openings, baggage weight and flight load can reduce the number. We confirm your luggage for the aircraft offered.

Skis, golf bags or extra luggage?

Include the number and dimensions of bulky items in your request. Long items need a separate check.

The useful numbers

Aircraft specifications

ManufacturerCessna
Production years2004-2014
Typical seating6-7 passengers
Cabin length4.78 m
Cabin width1.47 m
Cabin height1.45 m
Maximum range3,778 km
Cruise speed772 km/h
Aircraft length15.59 m
Wingspan16.26 m
Maximum takeoff weight6,291 kg

Planning figure; passenger load, wind, reserves and airfield conditions affect the route.

Know which model you are choosing

The model and its relatives

Citation CJ3

Delivered from 2004, the CJ3 extended the CJ family with a longer fuselage and larger wing. The CJ3+ later replaced its flight deck while retaining the cabin proportions.

Citation CJ1+

The CJ1+ adds newer engine control and more speed to the compact CJ1 cabin. Four main seats remain the useful reference for a comfortable group.

Citation CJ2+

The CJ2+ combines a six-seat cabin with more range than the earlier CJ2. It is useful when a compact jet needs to cover a longer regional route.

Model historyWhere it began and how it evolved

The CJ3 continued the step-by-step growth of the CitationJet family. Compared with the CJ2, its longer cabin made room for another seating position, while a larger wing and stronger engines supported the increase in size. Cessna kept the seated-cabin format instead of turning the aircraft into a taller, heavier midsize jet.

Delivered from 2004, the CJ3 extended the CJ family with a longer fuselage and larger wing. The CJ3+ later replaced its flight deck while retaining the cabin proportions.

Before you choose

Can I stand upright in the cabin?

The cabin is lower than 180 cm, so a person of that height cannot stand fully upright. The scaled illustration shows the difference. Maximum cabin height: 1.45 m.

Will my aircraft have this exact interior?

Not necessarily. These photographs and the layout illustrate the model. We check the actual interior, seats and equipment when preparing your proposal.

When should I consider this model?

The CJ3 provides more legroom and cabin length than the CJ2. Six main seats make it a practical choice for a group that wants a light jet with useful range.

Your route, dates and passengers

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