The Citation CJ1 is the entry point to the popular CJ line, offering five-passenger seating and single-pilot certification with a 1,100 nautical mile range. Known for low acquisition costs and simple systems, the CJ1 is a practical first jet for owner-operators upgrading from turboprops.
Costs are estimates and vary based on fuel prices, annual flight hours, maintenance programs, insurance, hangar fees, and region. The low end reflects direct operating costs; the high end includes fixed costs amortized over ~200 flight hours per year.