Advanced Development and Avionics
Announced in 1990, the Cessna 650 Citation VII was a development of the Citation VI, featuring SPZ-8000 based avionics. This evolution aimed to offer superior performance and technology within the executive jet segment.
Enhanced Power and Performance
It was equipped with AlliedSignal TFE731-4R-2S turbofan engines, each providing 18.41 kN of thrust. These engines significantly increased the aircraft’s cruising speed, rate of climb, and service ceiling.
With this improvement, the flight range with six passengers also saw an enhancement, extending to 4111 km, substantially boosting its operational capabilities for longer flights.
Production and Certification Milestones
The prototype conducted its first flight in February 1991. Official certification for the model was completed in January 1992, and just three months later, deliveries of the production aircraft began to customers, marking its entry into service.
Technical Specifications
| Modification | Citation VII |
| Wingspan, m | 16.31 |
| Aircraft length, m | 16.92 |
| Aircraft height, m | 5.13 |
| Wing area, m2 | 29.00 |
| Empty weight | 5316 |
| Maximum takeoff weight | 10183 |
| Engine type | 2 AlliedSignal TFE731-4R-2S Turbofan engines |
| Thrust, kN | 2 x 18.41 |
| Maximum speed, km/h | 910 |
| Cruising speed, km/h | 881 |
| Practical range, km | 4110 |
| Service ceiling, m | 15545 |
| Crew, crew members | 2 |
| Payload | 6-9 passengers |
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