Cessna Citation Sovereign

Turbofan • twin engine • Low Wing • Retractable gear

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Mission Profile

460

KTAS

Cruise Speed

Occupants

3200

Max Range

1150

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About the Cessna Citation Sovereign

The Cessna Citation Sovereign (Model 680) is the ‘workhorse’ of the super-midsize category, designed to fill the gap between the Excel/XLS and the high-speed Citation X. While the Citation X focuses on pure velocity, the Sovereign prioritizes short-field performance and transcontinental range. It features a moderately swept, high-aspect-ratio wing that allows it to operate out of runways typically reserved for much smaller light jets, making it an incredibly versatile tool for the General Aviation owner who needs to move 8-10 people across the country.

Key Features for GA Buyers

Superior Runway Performance: One of the few super-midsize jets capable of taking off from runways shorter than 4,000 ft at MTOW, opening up thousands of regional airports (like Aspen or Hilton Head) that competitors cannot reach.
Massive Baggage Capacity: Boasts 135 cubic feet of total baggage space (100 cu ft external), which is the largest in its class. Perfect for golf clubs, skis, and heavy luggage for a full cabin.
Transcontinental Range: Easily handles coast-to-coast missions in the US (approx. 3,200 nm range) with NBAA reserves, even against winter headwinds.
Stable Handling: Utilizes a variable gearing mechanism for the flaps to reduce pitch changes during extension/retraction, combined with trailing-link gear for exceptionally soft landings.

Trade-offs

Cabin Height: Like other Citations in this lineage, the cabin height is 5’ 8”. Taller passengers may find it less ‘stand-up’ than the 6’ cabins found in the Citation Latitude or Challenger 300.
Avionics Split: Early Sovereigns use the Honeywell Primus Epic system, while the Sovereign+ (2013+) moved to the Garmin G5000. Upgrading legacy flight decks can be a significant capital expense.
Maintenance Intensity: As a complex super-midsize jet, the Sovereign requires more frequent and costly inspections (Doc 6, 11, etc.) compared to the light CJ series.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions

Wingspan: 72.3 ft
Length: 63.5 ft
Height: 20.3 ft

Weights

Max Takeoff Weight: 30,775 lbs
Max Landing Weight: 27,100 lbs
Useful Load: 12,540 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 1700 gal

Performance

Cruise Speed: 460 KTAS
Range: 3200 NM
Service Ceiling: 47,000 ft
Rate of Climb: 4083 fpm

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