Cessna Citation Sovereign
Cessna · United States · first flew 2002 · light aircraft
The Cessna Citation Sovereign (Model 680) is a mid-size business jet capable of transcontinental non-stop flights, offering stand-up cabin height and a spacious interior for up to 12 passengers. It entered service in 2004 following its first flight in 2002.
Recognition (WEFT)
| W — Wings | Low-mounted, swept |
|---|---|
| E — Engines | 2 × turbofan, fuselage-mounted |
| F — Fuselage | Aft-fuselage mounted turbofans |
| T — Tail | T-tail |
WEFT is AircraftIQ's four-point recognition method — how it works.
Spot it by:
- Mid-size business jet with T-tail
- Aft-fuselage mounted turbofans
- Transcontinental range Citation family member
The T-tail, aft-mounted engines, and moderately swept low wing identify it as a mid-size Citation; the longer fuselage distinguishes it from smaller family members like the Encore.
Specifications
- The Cessna Citation Sovereign has a length of 19.35 m (63 ft).
- It has a wingspan of 22.04 m (72 ft).
- Typical crew: 2.
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History
Developed as the largest Citation in the family at its introduction, the Sovereign was designed to bridge the gap between the Citation X high-speed jet and the smaller mid-size Citations, emphasizing range and comfort.
Variants
The enhanced Citation Sovereign+ (Model 680A) introduced winglets and upgraded engines for improved performance.
Where you'll see it
The Sovereign is widely operated by corporate flight departments and charter operators worldwide, valued for its ability to fly coast-to-coast in the United States non-stop.
Related aircraft
- Citation Sovereign (Model 680)
- Citation Encore (Model 560)
- Citation Mustang
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