The story
Cessna launched the CJ4 at the 2006 NBAA convention, flew it from McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita in May 2008 and began deliveries in 2010. It is the longest CitationJet, with a cabin 21 inches longer than the CJ3's, Williams FJ44-4A engines and a moderately swept wing taken from the larger Citation Sovereign. It can be flown by a single pilot and reaches about 2,165 nmi. Cessna delivered its 400th in April 2023.
Every CitationJet before it, from the original CJ through the CJ3, flies on a straight wing. The CJ4's wing is swept 12.5 degrees.
Quick answers
How do you identify a Citation CJ4?
Look at the wing: the CJ4's is visibly swept, while the CJ1, CJ2 and CJ3 have straight wings. It is also the longest CJ at 53 ft 4 in. Two Williams engines on the rear fuselage and a T-tail complete the family look.
What does a Citation CJ4 sound like?
A light, crisp Williams turbofan whine.
How many people does the Citation CJ4 carry?
Typical configuration: Up to 9 in the cabin.
How far can the Citation CJ4 fly?
Range is about 2,165 nmi.
How big is the Citation CJ4?
It is 53 ft 4 in long and 50 ft 10 in across the wings.
When did the Citation CJ4 first fly?
Its first flight was in 2008.
How many Citation CJ4s have been built?
400+ built.
How rare is a Citation CJ4 in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first Citation CJ4 catch is worth 25 points.
