Cessna 501 Citation I

The Cessna 501 Citation I is an administrative aircraft developed by the American firm Cessna Aircraft Company. This aircraft represents a modernized version of the Cessna 500 Citation. Five years after the release of the Model 500, the improved Model 501 Citation I variant appeared, featuring an increased wingspan and equipped with JT15D-1A engines.

Variants and Production

Soon after, the Model 501 Citation I/SP followed, a variant specifically certified for single-pilot operations. By the time production ceased in June 1985, a total of 691 Citation I aircraft had been sold.

Global Military Applications

A small number of Citation I aircraft were released to the air forces of several nations for use as VIP and staff transports. Other notable military sales included a single aerial photography aircraft for the Argentine Army, and a small quantity of liaison and communication aircraft for the air forces of China, Mexico, Venezuela, and the Ecuadorian Navy.

Technical Specifications

Modification	Cessna 501
Wingspan, m	14.35
Aircraft length, m	13.26
Aircraft height, m	4.36
Wing area, m2	25.90
Empty weight	3008
Maximum takeoff weight	5380
Engine type	2 Turbofan Pratt Whitney Canada JT15D-1A1B
Thrust, kN	2 x 9.79
Maximum speed, km/h	688
Cruising speed, km/h	662
Practical range, km	2460
Practical ceiling, m	11705
Crew, crew members	2 (1 Citation I/SP)
Payload	5-7 passengers

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