The Cessna Citation III has a variable operating cost of $3,655 per hour. It provides a range of 1,800 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 431 knots (496 mph), with an average fuel burn of 262 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Citation III measures 5’8″ high, 5’6″ wide, and 18’4″ long, offering 577 cubic feet of interior space. Designed to accommodate up to 8-9 passengers, the spacious and comfortable layout is ideal for both business and leisure travel. Requiring 5,600 feet for takeoff and 2,800 feet for landing, the Citation III is well-suited for medium-range missions while providing access to a wide range of airports.
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Cessna Citation III | Aircraft Ownership & Operating Costs Calculator
General Specifications
Typical Seating Capacity
2
/
8
Seat Full Range
1800
/
2071
Normal Cruise
431
/
496
Avg Pre Owned Price
1110411
Cost Per NM
8
Sample Budget
Cessna Citation III
Sample Budget
| Annual Owner Hours | 200 hours per year | 325 hours per year |
|---|---|---|
| Mileage | 85000 NM | 138125 NM |
| Fuel Cost | $327500 | $532188 |
| Total Fixed Cost | $589700 | $589700 |
| Total Variable Cost | $730900 | $1187712 |
| Total Hourly Cost | $6603 | $5469 |
UTILIZATION LEVELS
Typical Seating Capacity
85000
Total Hrs
85000
Mileage for Owner Hours (NM)
85000
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