Cessna Citation Mustang
Turbofan • twin engine • Low Wing • Retractable gear
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About the Cessna Citation Mustang
The Cessna Citation Mustang (C510) redefined the entry-level jet market as the first ‘Very Light Jet’ (VLJ) from a major manufacturer. Designed specifically for the owner-operator stepping up from high-performance pistons or turboprops, it pairs simple, robust systems with the intuitive Garmin G1000 avionics suite. While it was eventually phased out in favor of the larger Citation M2, it remains a gold standard for reliability and ease of use in the used market.
Key Features for GA Buyers
- FADEC Simplicity: The Pratt & Whitney PW615F engines are managed by Full Authority Digital Engine Control, making ‘hot starts’ almost impossible and simplifying power management to single-lever operation.
- Single-Pilot Friendly: The cockpit layout and Garmin G1000 integration were designed from the ground up for a solo pilot, with automated load shedding and clear system synoptics.
- Proven Reliability: With over 470 airframes built and a global Textron support network, parts and qualified maintenance technicians are widely available compared to other VLJs.
- Standard Safety Features: Includes de-ice boots, a robust trailing-link landing gear for smooth landings, and later models feature Synthetic Vision Technology (SVT).
Trade-offs
- The ‘Mustang Hump’: The cabin is cozy; with four passengers, the ‘club seating’ arrangement leads to some knee-knocking. It’s truly a 2+2 or 3-passenger aircraft for comfort.
- Limited Range/Payload: You can fly 1,150 nm or carry four people, but rarely both. With full fuel, the payload is limited to roughly 600 lbs—essentially two adults and light bags.
- No Lavatory Privacy: While the Mustang has a ‘potty’ seat, it is located between the cockpit and cabin with only a removable curtain for privacy, which is best reserved for emergencies.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Wingspan
- 43.2 ft
- Length
- 40.6 ft
- Height
- 13.4 ft
Weights
- Max Takeoff Weight
- 8,645 lbs
- Max Landing Weight
- 8,000 lbs
- Useful Load
- 3,130 lbs
- Fuel Capacity
- 385 gal
Performance
- Cruise Speed
- 340 KTAS
- Range
- 1150 NM
- Service Ceiling
- 41,000 ft
- Rate of Climb
- 3010 fpm
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