Cessna Citation III
Manufacturer: Cessna
Category: Midsize Jets
Passengers: 6 - 9
Max Speed: 539 mph
Charter a Cessna Citation III for your next flight
The Cessna Citation III is a Midsize Jet that started rolling off the factory floor in 1983 and has been an aircraft our team frequently quotes with private jet fliers ever since. Because the Cessna Citation III is a Midsize Jet, it is specifically designed for balanced range and cabin comfort.
What is it like in the cabin of the Cessna Citation III?
Similar to many of the aircraft in its category, the Cessna Citation III can accommodate as many as 9 passengers in a typical layout. The interior of the aircraft measures 29.5 feet long and 5.5 feet wide, with roughly 18.1 feet of room from floor to ceiling. This means someone around 5 ft 6 in can stand without ducking when getting on the Cessna Citation III.
The Cessna Citation III can typically accommodate between 6 and 9 passengers, though cabin layout could differ from aircraft to aircraft. While individual tail numbers may vary when it comes to special features and amenities, the Citation III typically has enclosed lavatory. When it comes to space for your luggage, the Citation III has roughly 61.094431 cubic Ft of space for your bags.
How Fast Is The Cessna Citation III? How Far Can The Citation III Fly?
The Cessna Citation III has a max speed of roughly 468 nautical miles per hour, which converts to about 538.6 miles per hour. This aircraft has a cruising altitude of about 51000 feet, which means it is typically flying above most commercial airliners.
Similar to many aircraft in the Midsize Jet category, the Citation III has a range of about 2705 miles. This means that trips like New York to San Francisco or Los Angeles to Atlanta are well within range.
How Much Does It Cost To Charter a Cessna Citation III?
Private Jet Charter pricing is dependent on a variety of factors beyond the actual aircraft being flown, including where you are flying to, where you are departing from and how far in advance you are booking. For a detailed understanding of costs to book a Citation III for your next trip, request a quote and one of our Private Aviation Agents will be happy to help.
Specifications Of The Cessna Citation III
- Max Speed: 538.6 MPH (468 NMPH)
- Range: 2705 miles (2350 Nautical Miles)
- Cruise Altitude: 51000 ft
- Cabin Dimensions: 29.5 ft L x 5.5 ft W x 18.1 ft H
- Aircraft Length: 55.4 ft
- Aircraft Wingspan: 53.5 ft
- Production Dates: 1983 to 1992
- Fun Fact: The first customer aircraft, owned by Arnold Palmer, set class time‑to‑altitude records; a Citation III set a class speed record from Gander to Paris in 5 hours 13 minutes in 1983.
Book Your Next Trip On The Cessna Citation III With Just Landed Jets
Are you ready to book your next charter flight on a Cessna Citation III? Just Landed Jets has an experienced team of Private Aviation Advisors ready to help find the perfect aircraft for your next trip, whether that is the Citation III or another option. Request a quote today and let our team handle the rest.