Citation CJ2+
Light jet - 6 passengers, 1,626 nm published range
About the Citation CJ2+
The Citation CJ2+ is a FADEC-equipped evolution of the original CJ2, offering a roomy cabin for its size, standard TCAS/TAWS, and strong short-field performance for a light jet of its era. Long out of production, it remains a popular pre-owned charter and owner-flown light jet with a large, mature fleet.
Who charters it
A dependable workhorse charter choice for 4-6 passenger trips, including into shorter or more challenging runways; attractive to price-sensitive charter clients who want a true light jet rather than a turboprop for regional and mid-range legs.
Specifications
- Class
- Light
- Manufacturer
- Textron Aviation (Cessna)
- Published range
- 1,626 nm
- Range with four passengers
- 1,574 nm
- Reserve-adjusted (85% of four-passenger range)
- 1,337 nm
- Seats
- 6 typical, 8 max
- Service ceiling
- 45,000 ft
- Takeoff field
- 3,360 ft
- Cabin height
- 4'9"
- Cabin width
- 4'10"
- Cabin length
- 13'7"
- Indicative rate
- $3,000 - $3,700/hr
- Production
- Out of production
Specifications current as of 2026-08-24. Published range assumes still air, an optimum profile, and a light payload. Rates are indicative and vary with routing, availability, and operator.
Worth knowing
- FADEC-controlled Williams FJ44-3A-24 engines
- TCAS and TAWS standard
- Single-pilot certifiable, typically flown two-pilot for Part 135 charter
- Multiple external baggage compartments, including optional ski tube
- Digitally controlled cabin pressurization
- Large, well-supported, mature pre-owned fleet
Colorado mountain airports: capable
The CJ2+ shares the CJ family's short-field wing and is explicitly cited as suitable for routes like LA to Aspen, with a sea-level takeoff distance close to the CJ3's. It has less powerful engines than the CJ3/CJ4 though, so expect tighter payload and fuel trims on hot summer days at ASE and especially at TEX; EGE is comfortably within its capability with its longer, lower-elevation runway.
Planning guidance only. The operator, the AFM performance data, and conditions on the day are the final authority.
Is the Citation CJ2+ right for your trip?
See how far it reaches from your departure airport, or send us the trip and we will price it against the alternatives.