Takeoff Specifications for Citation X

The Cessna Citation X is a popular business class jet aircraft.

The Cessna Citation X is the fastest production civilian aircraft. The Citation X has Rolls Royce engines capable of speeds of Mach .92 or 972 km per hour. As of 2010, Citation X jets have taken off and landed approximately one million times.

Maximum Weights

Maximum weights affect the takeoff and landing specifications for the Citation X. The maximum takeoff weight is 36,100 lbs. and the maximum landing weight is 31,800 lbs. The zero-fuel weight is 24,400 lbs. and the full-fuel payload is 1,369 lbs. The ramp weight is 36,400 lbs. The typically equipped empty weight is 22,100 lbs. The maximum payload is 2,300 lbs.

Performance Calculations

The Cessna Citation X takeoff performance data is calculated with 15-degree flaps and required field lengths as per Federal Aviation Regulation No. 25. The takeoff field lengths are based on a level, hard surface, and a dry runway with no wind.

Takeoff Specifications

At a weight of 36,100 lbs., at sea level at 59 Fahrenheit, the Citation X requires 5,140 feet. At an airport altitude of 5,000 feet at 41 F, 5,950 feet are required. At a weight of 25,000 lbs., taking off from sea level at 59 F, 3,480 feet are needed.

References

• Aerosoft: Cessna Citation X Performances & Datas
• Cessna: Citation X Performance