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Cessna Citation Sovereign

Cessna · C680

Citation Sovereign, a super-midsize jet. Crosses the US nonstop from shorter runways.

A small+ twin-engine jet. Cruises at Mach 0.79. Climbs well at 3,500 fpm. Is vulnerable to wake turbulence from heavier types.

2x JetSmall+RECAT FFL470 ceilingILS capable

Performance

ParameterValue
Engines2 x Jet
Weight classSmall+ (S+)
RECAT-EU categoryF (Light)
Service ceiling47,000 ft (FL470)
Max climb rate3,500 fpm
Max descent rate3,500 fpm

Speed envelope

Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.

ParameterValue
Minimum speed105 kts
Landing speed125 kts
Cruise speedM0.79 (~460 kts TAS)
Maximum speed~470 kts TAS

Runway requirements

Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.

ParameterValue
Takeoff field length7,291 ft / 1.20 nm / 2,222 m
Landing field length7,291 ft / 1.20 nm / 2,222 m

Equipment

CapabilityStatus
ILS approachesYes
Fix navigationYes
SRS category3
LAHSO category6

Where you'll see it

The Cessna Citation Sovereign is a business jet that operates worldwide. You'll see corporate traffic like this in most center and approach airspaces, often requesting direct routing and higher altitudes.


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