Cessna Citation CJ3
The CJ3 has been in production since 2004 and can be flown by a single pilot. The latest version, the CJ3 Gen2, received FAA certification in October 2025; the figures shown are for it.
- Range
- 2,040 nmmaximum
- Passengers
- Up to 9 occupants
- Maximum altitude
- 45,000 ft
- In service since
- 2004
| Category | Light jet |
|---|---|
| Speed | 416 ktas maximum cruise |
| Cabin | 15 ft 8 in long, 4 ft 10 in wide, 4 ft 9 in high |
| Engines | 2 × Williams FJ44-3A |
What to check before buying
Compare earlier CJ3s with the CJ3+ (certified 2014), which added Garmin avionics. Check Williams TAP coverage and the time to the next engine overhaul.
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Maintenance for the Cessna Citation CJ3
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Browse maintenance and MROCharter operators flying the Cessna Citation CJ3
71 US charter operators have the Cessna Citation CJ3 / CJ3+ on their FAA Part 135 certificate, 154 aircraft in total. The FAA list does not always separate variants, so check the exact model with the operator.
- Exclusive Jets LLC 26 × Cessna Citation CJ3 / CJ3+
- Alante Air Charter, LLC 10 × Cessna Citation CJ3 / CJ3+
- PCJ Aviation LLC 8 × Cessna Citation CJ3 / CJ3+
- Aero Air LLC 5 × Cessna Citation CJ3 / CJ3+
- Latitude 33 Aviation, LLC 5 × Cessna Citation CJ3 / CJ3+
- Skyway Aviation Services, Inc. 5 × Cessna Citation CJ3 / CJ3+
All 71 operators flying this type
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Questions about the Cessna Citation CJ3
What is the range of the Cessna Citation CJ3?
2,040 nm (maximum).
How many passengers does the Cessna Citation CJ3 carry?
Up to 9 occupants.
How big is the Cessna Citation CJ3 cabin?
15 ft 8 in long, 4 ft 10 in wide, 4 ft 9 in high.
What engines does the Cessna Citation CJ3 use?
2 × Williams FJ44-3A.
When did the Cessna Citation CJ3 enter service?
2004.
What should I check before buying a Cessna Citation CJ3?
Compare earlier CJ3s with the CJ3+ (certified 2014), which added Garmin avionics. Check Williams TAP coverage and the time to the next engine overhaul.
How do I find a Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale?
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Sources
Figures are published manufacturer or industry values and vary with configuration, payload and conditions. Confirm them with the manufacturer or seller before relying on them.