The story
The Citation I/SP did something quietly revolutionary: it was certified for a single pilot. Suddenly an owner could climb into a real jet, close the door, and fly it alone — no crew required. Gentle handling and short-field manners made it a famously friendly first jet.
The SP stands for Single Pilot — it was among the first business jets you could legally fly with no copilot.
Quick answers
How do you identify a Citation I/SP?
Small straight-winged jet with a rounded nose. Unlike the T-tailed CJs, its tailplane sits low at the base of the fin with a strong upward angle. Sits low on short landing gear.
What does a Citation I/SP sound like?
Soft JT15D turbofans — one of the quietest jets of its era, by design.
How fast is the Citation I/SP?
Top speed is 357 kts.
How many passengers does the Citation I/SP carry?
Up to 6. A typical layout is 1 pilot + 5-6 passengers.
How far can the Citation I/SP fly?
Range is about 1,328 nmi.
How big is the Citation I/SP?
It is 43 ft 6 in long and 47 ft 1 in across the wings.
When did the Citation I/SP first fly?
Its first flight was in 1969.
How many Citation I/SPs have been built?
296 (I/SP) built.
What do crews call the Citation I/SP?
The Slowtation.
How rare is a Citation I/SP in Bogey?
COMMON. Everyday traffic. You will catch plenty of these, and every first catch still counts. Your first Citation I/SP catch is worth 25 points.
