Cessna 525C Citation CJ4
The Cessna Citation CJ4 is the largest and fastest member of the CJ family, with a newly designed supercritical wing rather than a simple stretch of the smaller CJ3's wing. That new wing gives it noticeably better high-altitude speed and range than its smaller siblings, closing much of the performance gap toward larger midsize jets. It remains certified for single-pilot operation despite its size and speed, keeping operating costs down for owner-flown operators. It has become one of the most popular light jets in its class since entering service in 2010.
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As the 525C, the CJ4 caps Cessna's 525-series lineup — 525, 525A, 525B, 525C — as its largest and fastest member.
Specifications
| Length | 16.9 m (55 ft) |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.5 m (51 ft) |
| Height | 4.6 m (15 ft) |
| Maximum passengers | 10 |
| Maximum take-off weight | 7.7 t |
| Range | 2,165 NM (4,010 km) |
| Maximum speed | 451 kt (835 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Optimum ceiling | 35,000 ft (10,668 m) |
| Rate of climb | 3,854 ft/min (19.6 m/s) |
| Take-off distance | 1,039 m (3,409 ft) |
| Landing distance | 896 m (2,940 ft) |
| Fuel capacity | 3,293 l |
| Engines | 2x Williams FJ44-4A |
Curated by CatchFlights from manufacturer documents, ICAO Doc 8643 and reference works; values are left out where no source could confirm them. Sources are listed on our credits page.
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