Citation M2 Overview
AIRCRAFT CLASS
Light Jets
MAKER
Citation
ACQUISITION COST
$4,230,000 - $5,170,000
YEAR OF MANUFACTURE
2013 - Present
The business jet world is familiar with Citation jets, and are knowledgeable of the class and luxury they bring to the industry. When a buyer finds a Citation M2 for sale, they'll be assured that this jet entered the light jet market at just the right time and will provide them with what they need.
Citation M2 Cabin Experience
The Citation M2 is capable of transporting 6 passengers and 2 crew members. The fuselage of the aircraft is just over 40ft long and has a cabin just over 10ft long. Although, as a light jet it has a smaller cabin, so the seats have the ability to move sideways, which allow for taller passengers to have added comfort.
Total cabin space is just over 200 cubic feet, with 115 cubic feet dedicated to passenger seating. Typically each passenger has 20 cubic feet of space. The entry door is just over 4ft tall and baggage is allocated nearly 45 cubic feet of space in an external compartment.
Citation M2 Mission Profile
Customers who buy a Citation M2 are looking for a jet comparable to a very light jet in terms of price and efficiency, but want a step up in terms of added amenities and performance. This model has added thrust capabilities compared to other light Citation jets. The Citation M2 focuses on the main items on most customers' wish-lists such as cabin, range, speed, and avionics. The aircraft is completely upgraded to support a traveler's needs in-flight.
The Citation M2 surpasses those in its class in terms of takeoff speed. This aircraft is specifically geared to individual usage, as well as for transport of business executives and other charter needs. The upgraded engines get passengers to their destination quickly. Those buying the Citation M2 are focused on shorter-range destinations.
Citation M2 Interior
SEATS
6-7
CABIN VOLUME
318 cu. ft.
CABIN DIMENSIONS
13'1" x 4'9" x 4'9"
MAX PAYLOAD
1400 lbs
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Citation M2 Cost to Own
Acquisition cost for the Citation M2 typically ranges from $4.6-$4.8 million, nearly $700,000 less than a competitive jet such as the Honda Jet, but nearly twice that of the Phenom 100, another competitor. Even though the competitors are distinguished as very light jets, they were all manufactured to fit similar markets and are equally viewed as entry-level business jets. When factoring in market depreciation to annual cost, the Citation M2 will cost a buyer $1.35-$1.40 million, slightly more than $200,000-$400,000 higher than the Honda Jet and Phenom 100, respectively.
Citation M2 Operating Cost
Citation M2 direct operating cost is around $1,300 per flight hour, slightly more than the competition. This price includes fuel burn and other various maintenance, crew, and operating fees. Annual fixed cost for the Citation M2 is roughly $410,000, significantly higher than both the Honda Jet and Phenom 100.
Citation M2 Performance
CRUISE SPEED
400 MPH
FUEL BURN
130 gal/hr
TYPICAL CHARTER RATE
$2,200 - $2,600 per hour
The Citation M2 is a best seller for a reason- it provides the light jet market with all the amenities and flight capabilities necessary for those traveling in smaller groups, while remaining economical and competitive to smaller business jets. Buyers looking for aircraft for sale will find the Citation M2 to have enough positive aspects for them to make the jump from a very light jet to a light jet.
Citation M2 Engines
The Citation M2 is equipped with two Williams FJ44-1AP engines with nearly 1,970lbs of thrust. The Citation M2 has a max cruise speed of more than 400kts, similar to that of competing aircraft.
The aircraft can land and takeoff in the following field lengths:
- FAR-91: 2,475ft
- FAR-135: 3,094ft
- FAR-121: 4,125ft
Citation M2 Payload
Max payload for the Citation M2 is 1,400lbs, 100lbs less than that of the Honda Jet and the same amount higher than the Phenom.
Citation M2 Range
At long-range cruise, the Citation M2 has a range of roughly 1,600nm, nearly 550nm further than that of the Phenom 100.
Citation M2 Specifications
| Citation M2 General Info | |
|---|---|
| Aircraft Class | Light Jets |
| Aircraft Manufacturer | Citation |
| Aircraft Year of Manufacture | 2013 - Present |
| Citation M2 Financial Data | |
| Acquisition Cost | $4,230,000 - $5,170,000 |
| Variable Cost | $1,159 - $1,417/hr |
| Annual Cost | $939,519 - $1,148,301 |
| Fixed Cost | $41,028 - $369,250 |
| Market Depreciation | $320,000 |
| Retail Charter Rate | $2,200 - $2,600/hr |
| Average Charter Rate | $2,400/hr |
| Citation M2 Performance Data | |
| Fuel Burn | 130 gal/hr |
| Max Cruise | 400 MPH |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 10,700 lbs |
| Basic Operating Weight | 7,000 lbs |
| Max Payload | 1,400 lbs |
| Citation M2 Cabin Details | |
| Cabin Dimensions | 13'1" x 4'9" x 4'9" |
| Cabin Volume | 318 cu. ft. |
| Seat Count | 6-7 |
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