The Benefits Of Flying Cessna Citation Excel/xls

The Cessna Citation Excel is a turbofan-powered small-to-medium sized business jet. It has often been referred as the best selling and the safest private jet in the world. Its unique combination of performance, style and range are some of the attributes responsible for the popularity of this aircraft.

It can take off to an altitude of 3,500 feet and climb to cruise altitude in only 18 minutes and can cruise at 423 knots. A long-travel trailing link landing gear ensures smooth landings and taxiing. It can take off on runways as short as 3,500 feet, which is the shortest takeoff distance of any midsized jet.

The standard empty weight is 5402kg (11,910lb) and the maximum takeoff weight is 9071kg (20,000lb). Another important feature of this models of aircrafts is two 16.9kN (3804lb) Pratt & Whitney Canada PW-545A turbofans.

It has a length of 52 ft 6 inches and 17 ft 2 inches of height. It can fly at a speed of 460mph / 741kph. It has a capacity to carry seven to ten passengers with a large rear baggage compartment which provides room for 12 - 15 suitcases. The external compartment provides 80 cubic feet of storage space, along with the additional space in an internal closet.

Similar to the other models of Cessna Citation, it is a simple, stylish and high performance aircraft. It also offers very comfortable leather seats with flexible seating plan. There are several different seating arrangements to choose from, including one option with a three-person divan.

Moreover, it has a maximum range of 1,840sm / 2,960km or 3.5 hours. It can cover the distance of any mid-sized jets at the cost of a light-jet travel. So, if you are in a hurry to be in a meeting or conference anywhere in Europe, you can travel from London to as far as Russia, Greece or Iceland by flying a Cessna Citation Excel aircraft.

By: Matthew A Johnson

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