SP-FOX

Cessna Aircraft Citation XLS is a high-efficiency light business jet for dynamic, cost-effective short- and medium-haul flights of up to 3,431 km. With a high cruising speed, up to 8 passengers arrive directly at smaller regional airports unavailable to large aircraft. An ideal solution for frequent business trips where time and mobility matter most. Booking available through JETVIP.
Stable, good reliability
80/100
Stable, good comfort
82/100
Popularity

Year built (YOM)

2008

Refit years

2022 / 2025

Passengers

7 seats

Previous registration

Luggage

2.55 cub.m

Baggage

up to 7

Registration country

Poland

Estimated rental price

3,500 € / hour

4,130 $ / hour

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Best suited for Citation XLS SP-FOX

Regional Business Travel

Ideal for trips of 1,000–2,000 nm with up to 8 passengers.

Short Runway Access

Frequent use of regional airports where performance matters.

Comfort-Focused Travel

Prioritizes cabin comfort and low-complexity dispatch.

Mid-Length Trips

Perfect for regional and mid-length business legs.

Practical information about Citation XLS SP-FOX

Passenger Experience

  • Spacious Cabin with Good Shoulder Room
  • Double-Club Seating Arrangement
  • Enclosed Aft Lavatory
  • Usable Baggage Space Even When Full

Airport Flexibility

  • Access to Short Runways
  • Suitable for Regional Airports
  • Rapid Turnaround Capability

Ideal For

  • Corporate Operators
  • Business Teams
  • Frequent Flyers

Not Ideal For

  • Transcontinental Flights with Full Seats
  • Buyers Seeking Maximum Speed
  • Teams Needing Larger Cabin Space

Specifications

Measurement system:

Technical

Range

3,431 km

Cruise Speed

815 km/h

Service Ceiling

13,716 m

Takeoff weight

9,163 kg

Number of Engines

2

Engine Model

PW545B

Fuel consumption

795 L/h

Landing Distance

865 m

Takeoff Distance

1200 m

Cabin and Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

up to 8 pax

Cabin Length

5.64 m

Cabin Width

1.68 m

Cabin Height

1.73 m

Number of Cabin Zones

1

Cabin Volume

13.05 cub.m

Luggage

2.55 cub.m

Baggage

up to 7

Standard seating

10 pax

Aircraft Length

16 m

Aircraft Height

5.23 m

Wingspan

17.17 m

Amenities

110V Outlet
Dishware
Enclosed lavatory
Flatware
Glassware
Lavatory
Pets allowed
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Description Citation XLS SP-FOX

Citation XLS with tail number SP-FOX belongs to the Super Light Jet class and is operated by Smart Jet Sp z o.o.. The aircraft is based at (BQH, United Kingdom) and is available for commercial charter.

The registration prefix SP indicates that the aircraft is registered in Poland. The first letters of any tail number correspond to the country’s aviation registry.

Charter availability for this aircraft is provided by Smart Jet Sp z o.o.. 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 XLS holds a popularity rating of 4.8 out of 5 and a reliability rating of 80.0 out of 100 according to the JETVIP Reliability Index , reflecting strong demand and operational stability in the charter market.

The aircraft was manufactured in 2008. The cabin interior was updated in 2022. The exterior was updated in 2025.

Citation XLS SP-FOX accommodates up to 7 passengers. The baggage compartment volume of 2.55 m³ can hold up to 7 large suitcases . The maximum flight range reaches 3431 km, depending on payload and weather conditions.

The aircraft is powered by 2PW545B engines with an average fuel burn of 210 gallons per hour , ensuring efficiency and reliability on long-distance routes.

Available onboard amenities include 110V Outlet , Dishware , Enclosed lavatory , Flatware , Glassware , Lavatory , Pets allowed .

To check the availability and charter rates of SP-FOX, contact JETVIP — we will provide the best offer tailored to your trip.

Aircraft overview · Citation XLS SP-FOX

Best Missions

1,000–2,000 nm business missions with 6–8 passengers and baggage

Frequent use of shorter runways and regional airports where runway performance matters

Operators prioritizing cabin comfort and low-complexity dispatch over top-of-class speed

Practical information

Passenger experience Citation XLS SP-FOX

  • Typical seating is 8 passengers in a double-club with optional side-facing seat depending on aircraft configuration.
  • Enclosed aft lavatory is common; verify whether it is externally serviceable and whether a belted lavatory seat is installed if needed for occupancy.
  • Baggage capacity is a practical differentiator in this class; confirm whether the aircraft has the optional baggage features and any installed cabin storage solutions.

Avionics & systems Citation XLS SP-FOX

  • Confirm the installed avionics suite and software level, including WAAS/LPV capability, ADS-B compliance, and any datalink subscriptions required for full functionality.
  • Verify presence and status of safety options (e.g., TAWS, TCAS, autopilot features) and whether any upgrades were performed via STC versus OEM service.
  • Review cabin management and connectivity equipment (satcom, Wi‑Fi, audio/video) for obsolescence risk and integration with current devices.

Application flexibility Citation XLS SP-FOX

  • High annual utilization where dispatch reliability and standardized parts/support simplify operations.
  • Route structures favoring regional access and passenger comfort over the incremental time savings of faster, longer-range aircraft.

Ideal for Citation XLS SP-FOX

  • Corporate or owner operators needing a comfortable 6–8 passenger cabin for regional-to-midrange trips
  • Flight departments that value consistent access to shorter runways and secondary airports
  • Operators preferring a mature aircraft with predictable systems and support options

Not ideal and less aligned

  • Regular transcontinental missions with full seats and reserves
  • Buyers seeking the fastest cruise speeds or newest-generation avionics architecture in the segment
  • Teams regularly flying coast-to-coast with full seats and reserves
  • Buyers prioritizing maximum speed, newest cockpit architecture, or a larger true-midsize cabin

The Cessna Citation XLS+ sits at the top end of the Citation “Excel/XLS” family, offering a comparatively tall-and-wide cabin for its class with straightforward single-pilot-friendly handling and predictable airport performance. It is commonly selected by operators who value consistent access to shorter runways, a comfortable stand-up-lean cabin feel, and a simple operating concept over maximum range or cruise speed.

In typical service the XLS+ is used for regional and mid-length trips where its cabin cross-section and baggage capacity support real-world passenger loads. It can cover longer legs under favorable conditions, but missions that routinely demand maximum range with full passenger complement tend to fit better with larger midsize designs.

The XLS+ cabin is known for a relatively generous cross-section versus many super-light jets, supporting a comfortable aisle, good shoulder room, and an enclosed aft lavatory. Seating is usually arranged in a double-club format, and the baggage arrangement is designed to remain usable when the cabin is full, which is important for business travel with multiple roller bags.

The XLS+ emphasizes proven systems and an operator-friendly cockpit rather than bleeding-edge architecture. Many aircraft are equipped with integrated avionics suites and common options such as datalink/weather and enhanced situational awareness, but exact capability varies widely by tail number and upgrade history.

The XLS+ is typically operated by owner-flown and professional crews for high-frequency business travel. It is well matched to networks of regional airports and day-trip schedules where consistent runway capability, rapid turn potential, and a comfortable cabin are more important than maximum block speed. Performance is sensitive to hot/high conditions like any jet; payload and runway planning still matter, especially when tanks are full.

  • Cabin cross-section and comfort that feels larger than many super-light competitors
  • Airport and runway flexibility well suited to regional access
  • Proven platform with broad operational familiarity and established support ecosystem
  • Not optimized for longest-range missions at full payload compared with midsize jets
  • Cruise speed is competitive but not class-leading versus newer designs
  • Capability varies significantly by configuration; some aircraft may require avionics/connectivity updates to meet specific mission expectations

Rent price

Approximate rentalcost for popular routes on Citation XLS SP-FOX

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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