Citation Excel / XLS (legacy) Private Jet Charter — Cost, Range & Specs
The Citation Excel / XLS (legacy) is a midsize jet built by Cessna (Textron Aviation). It has a published planning range of about 1,850 nm, a cruise speed near 433 kt, typical seating for around 8 passengers. Typical charter rates run about $4,800–$7,000 per hour (typical market range, not a quote). Earlier Excel/XLS variants; basis of the long-running XLS family.
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| Manufacturer | Cessna (Textron Aviation) |
|---|---|
| Category | Midsize Jet |
| Range | 1,850 nm |
| Cruise speed | 433 kt |
| Typical passengers | 8 |
| Cabin (H × W) | 5.7 ft × 5.5 ft |
| Typical hourly charter cost | $4,800–$7,000 |
With about 1,850 nm of range, the Citation Excel / XLS (legacy) comfortably covers transcontinental and regional legs.
Specs are published manufacturer / industry planning figures; usable nonstop range is lower after fuel reserves. Hourly figures are typical market ranges, not quotes. Compare all aircraft → · How we estimate costs →
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