Cessna Citation M2
Cessna · United States · first flew 2012 · light aircraft
The Cessna Citation M2 is an entry-level light business jet derived from the Citation CJ1+, offering updated avionics and improved performance in a compact package.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, swept |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × turbofan, fuselage-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | Twin rear-fuselage turbofan business jet |
| T — Tail | T-tail |
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Spot it by:
- Twin rear-fuselage turbofan business jet
- T-tail with swept low wing
- Entry-level Citation family light jet
Compact low-wing business jet with a T-tail, twin engines buried in aft fuselage nacelles, and a circular cross-section fuselage typical of the Citation CJ family.
Specifications
- The Cessna Citation M2 has a length of 13 m (43 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 14.25 m (47 ft).
- Its maximum speed is 742 km/h (461 mph).
- Typical crew: 1-2.
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History
Announced in 2011 and certified in 2013, the M2 replaced the CJ1+ in Cessna's lineup, featuring a Garmin G3000 glass cockpit and Williams FJ44-1AP-21 engines. It targets owner-pilots stepping up to jet aviation.
Variants
The M2 Gen2 was introduced with further avionics improvements and a refreshed interior, extending the type's appeal in the light jet market.
Where you'll see it
Widely operated by private owners and small charter operators across North America, Europe, and beyond, valued for low operating costs and single-pilot certification.
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