Year built (YOM)
2004
Refit years
—
Passengers
8 seats
Previous registration
—
Luggage
Baggage
Registration country
Norwegian
Estimated rental price
4,000 € / hour
4,720 $ / hour
Find your scenario
Ideal for two-to-six passenger trips over regional distances.
Access to airports with shorter runways and obstacles.
Reliable dispatch and straightforward procedures matter.
Measurement system:
Range
3,262 km
Cruise Speed
795 km/h
Service Ceiling
13,700 m
Takeoff weight
7,634 kg
Number of Engines
2
Engine Model
Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-5D
Landing Distance
743 m
Takeoff Distance
1063 m
Online now - replies in 15 minutesCitation Encore with tail number LN-IDC belongs to the Light Jet class and is operated by Hesnes Group.
The registration prefix LN indicates that the aircraft is registered in Norwegian. The first letters of any tail number correspond to the country’s aviation registry.
Charter availability for this aircraft is provided by Hesnes Group. However, clients can book this jet directly through JETVIP — a professional international charter brokerage platform. We negotiate with operators, secure the best available terms, track real-time availability and ensure competitive and transparent pricing for our clients.
The Citation Encore holds a popularity rating of 3.7 out of 5 and a reliability rating of 76.0 out of 100 according to the JETVIP Reliability Index , reflecting strong demand and operational stability in the charter market.
The aircraft was manufactured in 2004.
Citation Encore LN-IDC accommodates up to 8 passengers. . The maximum flight range reaches 3262 km, depending on payload and weather conditions.
The aircraft is powered by 2Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-5D engines , ensuring efficiency and reliability on long-distance routes.
Available onboard amenities include Lavatory , Satellite phone .
To check the availability and charter rates of LN-IDC, contact JETVIP — we will provide the best offer tailored to your trip.
Two-to-six passenger business trips with bags over regional and mid-range stage lengths
Operations into airports with shorter runways, obstacles, or higher-elevation conditions
High utilization schedules where dispatch reliability and straightforward procedures matter
The Cessna Citation Encore is an evolution of the Citation V/Ultra family, aimed at operators who want a light jet that can reliably use shorter runways while carrying a typical corporate load. Compared with earlier V-series variants, the Encore’s engine and systems updates are intended to improve climb and hot/high performance while keeping the familiar Citation operating model and cabin cross-section. It sits in the light-jet segment but is often evaluated by buyers who prioritize access to more airports over maximum cruise speed.
In typical service, the Encore is used for regional to mid-range legs where its runway performance and predictable operating procedures provide schedule flexibility. It can be a practical choice when the mission includes secondary airports or performance-limited fields, but buyers focused on longer nonstop range or higher cruise speeds may prefer larger or newer-generation designs.
Cabin volume and cross-section follow the Citation V-series, with a straight, usable cabin suited to a small group and luggage. Seating is commonly arranged in a club layout with additional side-facing or forward-facing seating depending on configuration. Expect a functional, business-oriented interior rather than a stand-up cabin; comfort is typically strongest for small-group trips, with adequate baggage provision for standard carry-ons and soft bags.
The Encore reflects a late-1990s/early-2000s Citation approach: proven airframe and systems with incremental performance improvements rather than a clean-sheet design. Avionics and cabin electronics are often upgraded over time, so the buyer experience depends heavily on the specific aircraft’s panel, compliance status, and retrofit history.
Operationally, the Encore is typically run as a flexible light jet that can support multiple legs per day, with good climb performance and airport access as key benefits. Fuel burn and trip costs are sensitive to stage length and cruise altitude strategy; many operators see the best overall efficiency on regional and mid-range missions where its runway performance reduces the need for repositioning to longer fields.
Rent price
The cost is calculated for a one-way flight for 3 passengers based on historical data for this type of aircraft. The final price will be offered by the manager.
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