Cessna Citation M2

Twin Jet

The Cessna Citation M2 represents the entry point into Cessna's storied Citation jet family, a light business jet designed to bridge the gap between high-performance turboprops and larger cabin-class jets. Introduced in 2013 as a successor to the CJ1+, the M2 brought Garmin G3000 avionics and Williams FJ44-1AP-21 engines to a segment traditionally dominated by older designs, offering owner-operators and small charter companies a modern cockpit and reliable performance at a competitive acquisition cost. With seating for up to seven passengers in a stand-up cabin and a maximum cruise speed around 400 knots, the M2 carved out a niche for short-haul business travel across ranges up to 1,300 nautical miles. Its relatively low operating costs and single-pilot certification made it particularly attractive to step-up buyers transitioning from piston twins or turboprops. The type's straightforward systems and docile handling characteristics earned it a reputation as a forgiving trainer for jet transition students, while its Garmin flight deck became an industry benchmark for light jet automation. The M2 cruises efficiently at altitudes up to 41,000 feet, well above most weather and slower traffic, and its short-field performance allows access to thousands of airports unavailable to larger business jets. SkyMeter has tracked 1 flights across 1 airframes and 1 operators, covering routes.