CESSNA Citation II/SP — Other Documents

This document provides an analysis of business jet operations at Double Eagle II Airport, focusing on the runway length requirements for accommodating various aircraft, including the Cessna 551 Citation II/SP. It discusses the operational needs of transient aircraft, particularly during peak summer months when density altitude affects performance. The report highlights the limitations of the current runway length and the necessity for an extension to better serve business jet users. It includes data from instrument flight plans and surveys conducted among transient pilots, emphasizing the demand for longer runways to facilitate operations of larger aircraft. The findings suggest that without a runway extension, Double Eagle II Airport cannot fulfill its intended role as a reliever airport for Albuquerque International Sunport.

• The longest runway at Double Eagle II Airport is 7,400 feet, which is insufficient for many business jets.
• Cessna 551 Citation II/SP operations are included in the analysis of business jet activity.
• A runway length of 8,900 feet is recommended for accommodating larger business jets at 90% useful load.
• 52% of transient pilots surveyed indicated a need for a longer runway at Double Eagle II Airport.
• The airport elevation is 5,837 feet MSL, affecting aircraft performance during warm months.