Overview
ManufacturerCessna / Textron Aviation
Variant ShownCitation CJ3 Gen3
First Flight2026 (Gen3 prototype)
Entry Into ServiceNot yet in service; certification program
Body TypeLight jet
RoleBusiness / charter
✈ Light Jet • Business / Charter
Cessna / Textron Aviation Citation CJ3 Gen3
A next-generation light business jet built around efficient twin-turbofan propulsion, single-pilot certification and Citation family commonality.
MTOW
6.291 t
Range
2,040 nm
Max Seating
10 PAX
Cruise Speed
416 KTAS
Technical Specifications
Airframe
Length15.60 m
Height4.60 m
Wingspan16.26 m
Fuselage Width1.47 m cabin width
Wing Area27.32 m²
Weights
MTOW6.291 t
MLW5.783 t
MZFW4.842 t
Fuel Capacity2,661 L usable
Performance
MMO (Max Operating Mach)M0.737
Cruise Speed416 KTAS
Range2,040 nm
Max Seating10
Service Ceiling45,000 ft
Takeoff / Landing Field Length969 m takeoff / 844 m landing
Crew & Propulsion
Flight CrewSingle-pilot certified
Cabin CrewNot specified by manufacturer
PropulsionTwin turbofan
Engine Options2 × Williams International FJ44-3A
Market Context
Aircraft DeliveredGen3 deliveries not yet commenced
Main CompetitorPhenom 300 / HondaJet
Notable OperatorsNot yet applicable; certification program
Key Features
Flight Deck
Garmin G3000 integrated avionics system with high-resolution displays and intuitive touchscreen controllers.
Automation & Safety
Integrated Garmin autothrottles and Garmin Emergency Autoland capability to protect single-pilot operations.
Single-Pilot Certification
Engineered and certified specifically for single-pilot operation with optimized cockpit ergonomics.
Propulsion & Efficiency
Twin Williams International FJ44-3A turbofans delivering 2,040 nm intercity range and low operating costs.
Citation Commonality
Seamless transition and training commonality across the Citation CJ light-jet family.
Notable Operators
- Not yet applicable; certification program