Cessna Citation 500 Model Guide
Cessna Citation 500 · Model Guide
Overview
The Cessna Citation 500 is a light twin-engine jet built from 1972 to 1985. It seats 5 to 7. The wider Citation family reaches up to 1210 nm range, up to 357 kt cruise and up to a 41000 ft service ceiling. Those are family maxima, not figures for the Cessna Citation 500 itself. Most buyer risk sits in brakes, engine and fuel-control history, and pilot training.
- Light twin jet, 1972-1985 production, 5 to 7 seats; the family is registered as turbofan-powered.
- Check the brake type and AD compliance: a CASA AD covers 500/501 serials 0001-0689 with certain BFGoodrich brakes.
- A 2008 UK fatal accident involved a missing fuel-cut-off lever rivet head and an ambiguous engine restart checklist.
- Single-pilot certified for private use; commercial use needs two pilots trained to work as a crew.
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Document details
- Type ·
- Model Guide
- Year ·
- 2026
- File size ·
- 49 KB
- Copy found at ·
- sprinkle.com
Specifications & performance
Extracted from this document.
Specifications
- Seats max ·
- 7
- Seats min ·
- 5
Performance
- Family max range (nm) ·
- 1,210
- Family max cruise speed (kt) ·
- 357
- Family max service ceiling (ft) ·
- 41,000
What does the Cessna Citation 500 carry?
The Cessna Citation 500 is listed with 5 to 7 seats. The wider Citation family is registered up to 8 passengers and up to 5300 kg maximum takeoff weight. Those are family maxima, so confirm the figures for the specific aircraft.
Can one pilot fly the Cessna Citation 500?
The Cessna Citation 500 is certified for single-pilot private operation. Commercial operation requires two pilots. A 2008 accident report stressed that two pilots qualified only for single-pilot flying had not been trained as a crew.
Which airworthiness directive matters most?
CASA AD/CESSNA 500/28 covers Cessna Citation 500 and 501 serials 0001-0689 with BFGoodrich brake part 2-1528-6 or 2-1530-4. It requires a stator disc inspection to prevent wheel lock-ups. Check the logbook for compliance.
What is the Cessna Citation 500 Model Guide?
The Cessna Citation 500 Model Guide is a model guide for the Cessna Citation 500, dated 2026.
What year was the Cessna Citation 500 Model Guide published?
The Cessna Citation 500 Model Guide — the Cessna Citation 500 model guide on file — is dated 2026.
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- Pilot's Operating Handbook / AFM
- Checklist
- Maintenance Manual
- Parts Catalog (IPC)
- Systems & Wiring
- Service Bulletins on file
- Type Certificate (TCDS)
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- CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY MODEL 500/501 MAINTENANCE MANUALMaintenance Manual
- MASTER MINIMUM EQUIPMENT LIST CESSNA CITATION CE-500 SERIESChecklist
- AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVEAirworthiness Directives
- Cessna Citation 500/501 Type Rating Technical Examination V0.1Pilot's Operating Handbook
- SERVICE BULLETIN SB7018Service Bulletins
- SERVICE BULLETIN - Cleveland Wheel & Brake SystemsService Bulletins
- SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVESAirworthiness Directives
- FDR & CVR READOUTS | CVR DATALINK MESSAGING REPORTSSpecifications
- Weight & Balance for Cessna Citation 500Weight & Balance
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In this document
Brakes and wheels
The CASA AD (AD/CESSNA 500/28, 7/2004) applies to Model 500 and 501 serials 0001 through 0689 with BFGoodrich brake part number 2-1528-6 or 2-1530-4. It requires a stator disc inspection per FAA AD 2004-09-05. It aims to prevent wheel lock-up from cracked discs. Cleveland 30-189 brakes can be upgraded under STC SA1297GL (Model 500). Cleveland SB7018 is mandatory at brake overhaul with the kit; SB7032, a wheel drive key mod, is optional.
Engines and maintenance
Engines are Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D / PW500 types; P&WC lists service bulletins and support programs for them. The Cessna 500/501 Maintenance Manual is organised by numbered inspection phases, with servicing tasks for the thrust reverser, tires, gear, oil system and storage. Ask for the full phase inspection history. Check engine records against current P&WC service bulletins.
Records, equipment and flying
The accident aircraft had no cockpit voice or flight data recorder. A readout provider lists the Citation 500 among its supported airframes. Annual recorder readouts are required where a recorder is fitted. A JAA Master Minimum Equipment List (CE-500 series, Revision 1, 28 October 2008) governs dispatch with inoperative equipment. Check which version applies to your operation.
Safety notes
- Brake stator disc cracking can cause wheel lock-up and reduced directional control on landing; confirm AD inspection records.
- The 2008 accident report found a missing rivet head on the left engine fuel-cut-off lever, which could cause inadvertent shutdown. Inspect the levers.
- Two single-pilot-qualified pilots are not a trained crew; train together on the same procedures and follow the correct engine restart procedure.
Full document text
Cessna Citation 500 Model Guide The Cessna Citation 500 is a light twin-engine jet built from 1972 to 1985. It seats 5 to 7. The wider Citation family reaches up to 1210 nm range, up to 357 kt cruise and up to a 41000 ft service ceiling. Those are family maxima, not figures for the Cessna Citation 500 itself. Most buyer risk sits in brakes, engine and fuel-control history, and pilot training. • Light twin jet, 1972-1985 production, 5 to 7 seats; the family is registered as turbofan-powered. • Check the brake type and AD compliance: a CASA AD covers 500/501 serials 0001-0689 with certain BFGoodrich brakes. • A 2008 UK fatal accident involved a missing fuel-cut-off lever rivet head and an ambiguous engine restart checklist. • Single-pilot certified for private use; commercial use needs two pilots trained to work as a crew. Brakes and wheels The CASA AD (AD/CESSNA 500/28, 7/2004) applies to Model 500 and 501 serials 0001 through 0689 with BFGoodrich brake part number 2-1528-6 or 2-1530-4. It requires a stator disc inspection per FAA AD 2004-09-05. It aims to prevent wheel lock-up from cracked discs. Cleveland 30-189 brakes can be upgraded under STC SA1297GL (Model 500). Cleveland SB7018 is mandatory at brake overhaul with the kit; SB7032, a wheel drive key mod, is optional. Engines and maintenance Engines are Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D / PW500 types; P&WC lists service bulletins and support programs for them. The Cessna 500/501 Maintenance Manual is organised by numbered inspection phases, with servicing tasks for the thrust reverser, tires, gear, oil system and storage. Ask for the full phase inspection history. Check engine records against current P&WC service bulletins. Records, equipment and flying The accident aircraft had no cockpit voice or flight data recorder. A readout provider lists the Citation 500 among its supported airframes. Annual recorder readouts are required where a recorder is fitted. A JAA Master Minimum Equipment List (CE-500 series, Revision 1, 28 October 2008) governs dispatch with inoperative equipment. Check which version applies to your operation. Safety notes: • Brake stator disc cracking can cause wheel lock-up and reduced directional control on landing; confirm AD inspection records. • The 2008 accident report found a missing rivet head on the left engine fuel-cut-off lever, which could cause inadvertent shutdown. Inspect the levers. • Two single-pilot-qualified pilots are not a trained crew; train together on the same procedures and follow the correct engine restart procedure.