Cessna Citation I/SP — Flight Manual

This document serves as a Regional Guidance Letter from the Airports Division, Southern Region, focusing on runway length and strength requirements for business jet aircraft, including the Cessna 501 Citation I/SP. It provides essential information for airport planners to determine the appropriate runway specifications based on the performance characteristics of various business jets. The document highlights the need for updated guidelines due to the increasing size and number of business jets in operation. It includes statistical data on different categories of business jets, including their approach speeds, weights, and runway length requirements for takeoff and landing. This guidance is crucial for ensuring that airports can accommodate the specific needs of business jets, including the Citation I/SP, effectively.

• The Cessna 501 Citation I/SP has a maximum takeoff weight of 10,600 lbs.
• The required takeoff distance for the Citation I/SP is 2,830 feet under standard conditions.
• The landing distance required for the Citation I/SP is 2,350 feet under standard conditions.
• Runways accommodating Category B jets should have a minimum strength of 30,000 lbs.
• Airport planners should consider specific aircraft characteristics when determining runway specifications.