The Cessna Citation CJ3+ has a variable operating cost of $2,110 per hour. It provides a range of 1,400 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 408 knots (470 mph), with an average fuel burn of 140 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Cessna Citation CJ3+ measures 4’9″ high, 4’9″ wide, and 15’8″ long, offering 360 cubic feet of interior volume. With a refined and spacious layout, it accommodates up to 6-8 passengers, making it an excellent option for business and private missions. Requiring 3,400 feet for takeoff and 3,400 feet for landing, the CJ3+ is well-suited for short-runway operations while maintaining strong cruise performance.
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Cessna Citation CJ3+ | Aircraft Ownership & Operating Costs Calculator
General Specifications
Typical Seating Capacity
2
/
6
Seat Full Range
1400
/
1611
Normal Cruise
408
/
470
Avg Pre Owned Price
9369500
Cost Per NM
5

Sample Budget
Cessna Citation CJ3+
Sample Budget
Annual Owner Hours | 200 hours per year | 325 hours per year |
---|---|---|
Mileage | 72600 NM | 117975 NM |
Fuel Cost | $175000 | $284375 |
Total Fixed Cost | $517200 | $517200 |
Total Variable Cost | $422000 | $685750 |
Total Hourly Cost | $4696 | $3701 |
UTILIZATION LEVELS
Typical Seating Capacity
72600
Total Hrs
72600
Mileage for Owner Hours (NM)
72600
HOURLY VARIABLE COST
ANNUAL FIXED COST
$
370,000
$
40,800
$
$
$
108,000
$
$
610,000
$
503,813
$
106,188
ANNUAL VARIABLE COST
28,375
$
177,344
$
72,000
27,625
44,375
0
0
72,000
$
98,750
$
40,625
$
388,719
ANNUAL BUDGET
$
494,906
MONTHLY BUDGET
$
41,242