With the success of Cessna's high-end Citation VII, Cessna decided to develop the Citation X series. The Citation XLS+, is the latest upgraded version of the aircraft which began delivery in 2008, with the inclusion of FADEC engine controls, improved PW545C engines, and a completely revised nose design similar to that found on the Citation Sovereign and Citation X. The Citation XLS+ features Collins Pro Line 21 Avionics and a four screen LCD EFIS display as opposed to the three tube (CRT) Honeywell display in the XL and the three screen LCD Primus 1000 in the XLS.
Crew | 2 |
Capacity | 7 passengers and 7,400 lb (4,077 kg) useful load |
Length | 52 ft 6 in (16.0 m) |
Wingspan | 56 ft 4 in (17.17 m) |
Height | 17 ft 2 in (5.23 m) |
Empty Weight | 12,800 lb (5,806 kg) |
Max take-off Weight | 20,200 lb (9,163 kg) |
Powerplant | 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545C turbofans, 4,119 lbf (18.32 kN) thrust each |
Cruise speed | 441 kn (507 mph, 816 km/h) true airspeed |
Range | 1,858 nmi (2,138 mi, 3,441 km) |
Service ceiling | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
Rate of climb | 3,500 ft/min (17.78 m/s) |
The XLS+ jet’s first-class cabin offers comfortable room for up to 7 passengers. A spacious interior allows those inside to stand and move about the cabin with ease. The high-quality leather seats are extra wide with full reclining capabilities for optimal comfort.