Honeywell Cessna Citation 2020 is a light business jet, manufactured by Cessna and is still in production. It is based on an earlier Citation model, launched back in 1989. This had been developed due to the increasing prices which were installed in earlier Citation models. Moreover, it seemed that Cessna had read the market well from the start because this model became popular from the start.
Performance and Handling
The manufacturers have made the Cessna Citation for pilots new to flying luxury jets, an entry-level jet. A suitably trained pilot can operate it. This doesn’t happen in a few other jets, where you need a whole crew. The cockpit is comfortable for single-pilot operations and the plane can easily be flown by one person. Moreover, its maximum altitude is up to 41,000 feet, with an airspeed of 400 knots.
Regarding handling, things are quite simple for a jet. It is quite easy to start the engine; depress the starter switch, then the FADEC system takes over and everything happens automatically. Moreover, you can see the whole process on the Garmin engine instrumentation.
The pilot needs to be watchful for hot and hung starts but that’s all. The Ground steering is obtained in a conventional manner and the departure and take off are similar to the simple aircraft.
Interior
The Cessna’s cabin is available in two options, with either eight or nine passenger seats. The eight-seat interior has only one seat opposite the main door, one double-club seating area, a forward-facing row of seats behind that, and then a belted seat at the lavatory. So, the total capacity of the plane is eight or nine passengers.
The pedestal seats in the cabin track forward and inboard/outboard, however, the two center forward-facing seats are also floor-tracking. There are also bi-fold tables for the rear seating area.
Infotainment
The cabin entertainment system is the Collins Venue with Blu ray media center with single-channel SiriusXM radio, a monitor on the right forward bulkhead, and two side monitors along with environmental system controls. All the lights are LED and each cabin has entertainment system controls. There is also a master panel on the left side, on top of the refreshment center.
For airborne connectivity, the aircraft’s air-to-ground system is a great option for U.S. operations. Moreover, international travelers might want to add the SwiftBroadband Satcom. Two external storage areas are also present, one with a capacity of 400 pounds and the other with a capacity of up to 600 pounds.
Price
Depending upon the upgrades of the jet, Honeywell Cessna Citation 2020 ranges from $20 million to $24 million. For more information, visit Aviation Trader.
The Honeywell Cessna Citation 2020, has everything required for business travel. So, it is a perfect aircraft for people who can afford it. So, if you are in the market for a midsized private jet, then look no further than the Cessna Citation 2020.
