Cessna Citation XLS
The Citation XLS is a midsize jet; its cabin is 18.7 feet long and it has a range of 1,961 miles. However, it can climb to cruising altitude in about 18 minutes, a statistic that's more reminiscent of a light jet. The Citation XLS has excellent handling and it is known for its reliability. It is an update on the Citation Excel, and it comes with more speed and range than the plane it is based on.
The interior of the XLS is 5.7 feet tall, and the cabin can seat nine people in comfort and quiet. The entry door is triple sealed, and the windows are triple paned. The plane comes with amenities like sliding headrests, fold out tables, and wider seats for comfort. A takeoff/landing rated couch comes as standard equipment, and the cabin has installed LED lighting for less heat, greater durability and a more natural feel. There is eighty cubic feet of external storage space, as well as a small storage closet near the cabin.
The Citation XLS can climb to an altitude of 43,000 feet in 25 minutes, and can take off on a runway of just 3,500 feet. It has two Pratt & Whitney PW545B engines, with 3,975 lbs. of thrust apiece. The engines can operate at higher temperatures due to increased air flow through their cores. The engines are sealed with Teflon to prevent leaks, and the pilot can configure fuel flow prior to flight, allowing the system to do the work in-flight. It comes with two AC systems to ensure passenger comfort even in extreme temperatures, and its landing gear will ensure a smooth landing. The jet's carbon brakes give it stopping power unmatched in jets of comparable size, and the braking system is proven to be reliable.
Cessna has a philosophy of creating simple but high-performing jets, and the XLS furthers that philosophy. Its frame is crafted from hot-bonded, riveted aluminum alloy, reducing drag and assembly cost. It was designed with the pilot in mind; the pre-flight checklist is easy to perform, the windshield is surface-sealed to repel rain, and most of the flight systems only need to be set once following takeoff. Its avionics are very pilot-friendly, and the Honeywell Primus system consolidates all the different displays into a select few that are easy to read and reach. Controls are set on the screen faceplates for better hand/eye coordination and pilot performance, and the XLS has an automatic descent mode included.