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Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 Charter

The largest and fastest CJ. 2,165 nm range, 451 kt top speed, single-pilot certified, and a 21.1 sq ft galley with the Gen2 interior refresh. The definitive owner-flown light jet.

RANGE
4,010 km
MAX PAX
9
TOP SPEED
451 kt
CABIN H.
1.45 m
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 exterior

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Overview

The Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 at a glance

The CJ4 first flew in 2008 and entered service in 2010. The Gen2 (2021) refresh added a new interior with pocket doors, a redesigned galley, and Garmin G3000-based avionics. It seats up to nine, with a typical charter cabin of seven in the club-plus-forward-facing configuration and an aft enclosed lavatory. Direct operating cost is roughly 30 percent below a Phenom 300 while offering similar range and cabin.
Specifications

Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 specifications & fast facts

Range
4,010 km
Passengers
9
Top speed
451 kt
Cabin height
1.45 m
Cabin width
1.47 m
Manufacturer
Cessna (Textron Aviation)
Years produced
2021-2025
Engines
2 x Williams International FJ44-4A (3,621 lbf each)
Passengers (typical)
7
Passengers (max)
9
Crew
1-2 pilots
Range (nm)
2,165 nm (4,010 km)
Cruise speed
451 kt (835 km/h)
Max Mach
M0.77
Max altitude
45,000 ft
Cabin length
5.28 m (17.33 ft)
Cabin volume
293 cu ft
Baggage
77 cu ft
Lavatories
1 (enclosed)
Galley
Forward refreshment center, optional hot tank
Flight attendant
Not typical
Wi-Fi
Optional (Gogo Avance L5)
Runway required
3,410 ft
Cabin floorplan

Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 cabin layout

Cabin height 1.45 m · Width 1.47 m · Seats up to 9

Cabin floorplan of the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
Scale cabin floorplan of the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2.
Ownership & operating costs

Cost to charter, buy and operate a Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2

Charter rate (USD/hr)
$3,600 to 4,800
North American operators
List price, new
~$11.9M
Factory-new, current model year
Pre-owned market
$6.0 to 9.5M
5-8 year old aircraft
Crew required
1-2 pilots

The largest and fastest of the CitationJet line, with a fully enclosed externally serviced lavatory and a wireless cabin management system. At 451 kt and 2,165 nm it covers most US transcontinental pairs.

Compare

Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 vs. similar light jets

How the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 stacks up against the other light jets we charter. Tap any linked model for the full spec sheet.

Aircraft Range Pax Top speed Cabin H × W Notes
Embraer Phenom 300 3,650 km 7 464 kt 1.5 × 1.55 m The most-delivered business jet in the world for a decade. Best cabin in class, single-pilot approved, superb short-runway performance.
Cessna Citation CJ3+ 3,778 km 6 416 kt 1.45 × 1.47 m The value pick. Very efficient, easy to charter cheaply, cabin is a touch narrower than the Phenom.
Learjet 75 Liberty 3,852 km 6 465 kt 1.5 × 1.56 m Fastest light jet in the sky, 51,000 ft ceiling, only flat-floor cabin in class. Bombardier ended production in 2022 so the fleet is used-only but young.
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 This model 4,010 km 10 451 kt 1.45 × 1.47 m The largest and fastest CJ. Single-pilot certified, transatlantic-capable with a Reykjavik stop, and a 2021 cabin refresh.
Embraer Phenom 100EV 2,182 km 6 406 kt 1.47 × 1.55 m The premium entry-level jet. Four-seat cabin, Garmin G3000, and a 15 percent lower hourly rate than the Citation M2.
HondaJet Elite II 2,865 km 6 422 kt 1.47 × 1.52 m Over-wing engine mounts, a signature quiet cabin, and the 2022 refresh with autothrottle. A category of one.

Considering a different size? Browse the full light jet lineup, or step up to a midsize jet for longer legs.

Gallery

Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 photos

Typical missions

Popular Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 routes

New York (Teterboro) → Miami 2h 40m
London (Farnborough) → Palma de Mallorca 2h 25m
Chicago → Denver 2h 15m
Geneva → Marrakech 2h 50m
Questions

Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 FAQ

How does the CJ4 compare to the Phenom 300E?
Both sit at the top of the light-jet class. The Phenom 300E has a slightly wider cabin (1.55 m vs 1.47 m) and 300 nm more range. The CJ4 has stronger short-field performance and 5 to 10 percent lower operating cost. Single-pilot certification is a differentiator for owner-flown missions.
Is it single-pilot certified?
Yes, the CJ4 is single-pilot certified. Charter operations typically use two pilots.
What's new in the Gen2?
A redesigned cabin with pocket doors and a larger galley, an updated flight deck with Garmin G3000 features, and improved sound insulation. Airframe and engines are unchanged.
Runway requirements?
About 1,014 m (3,410 ft) balanced field at MTOW. It operates comfortably from most business airports including London Biggin Hill and Aspen.
Transatlantic capable?
Not non-stop. Typical Europe to US routing includes a stop at Reykjavik or Shannon plus a Greenland refuel.