Cessna 500 Citation I

Summary

Category	Transport aircraft
Origin country	🇺🇸 United States
First flight	15 September 1969
Year of introduction	1971
Number produced	689 units

Description

The Cessna Citation is a military aircraft that has been developed for a variety of missions and deployments. It was first introduced in the late 1960s and has undergone several improvements and modifications over the years. Primarily used as a business jet, the Citation has also been adapted for military purposes, including reconnaissance, surveillance, and transport missions. Its versatile design allows for efficient operation in various environments and its advanced avionics and communication systems contribute to its suitability for military operations. The Cessna Citation has been deployed by various armed forces around the world, serving as a reliable and capable asset in their respective missions.

Technical specifications

Version: 500 Citation I
Maximum speed	665 km/h (413 mph)
Wing area	25.9 m² (278.5 sqft)
Wingspan	14.4 m (47.1 ft)
Height	4.4 m (14.3 ft)
Length	13.3 m (43.6 ft)
Service ceiling	12497 m (41001 ft)
Empty weight	3008 kg (6631 lbs)
Max. takeoff weight	5375 kg (11850 lbs)
Climb rate	13.8 m/s (45.3 ft/s)
Powerplant	2 × turbofans Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1B delivering 998 kgp