The Citation Encore brings a cleaner, more refined cabin to Orlando-area light-jet travel: an enclosed lavatory, Williams FJ44-3A engines, and seven to eight seats that suit both executive groups and families looking for the privacy of a dedicated aircraft.
Cessna launched the Citation Encore as the improved successor to the Citation V, with Williams FJ44-3A engines and an enclosed lavatory added to the seven to eight seat cabin. The Encore+ variant further refined the avionics with a touchscreen suite. [EXTERNAL_LINK] Every Cessna Citation Encore we arrange flies with an operator certificated under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Light Jet
- Manufacturer: Cessna (Textron Aviation)
- Year introduced: 2000-2007
- Seating: 7 to 8
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,750 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 430 knots
- Service ceiling: 45,000 feet
- Length: 48.9 feet
- Wingspan: 54.1 feet
- Height: 15.2 feet
- Baggage volume: 71 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Cessna Citation Encore Fits Orlando
The enclosed lavatory sets the Encore apart from earlier Citation models for longer trips. Orlando to the Northeast or Texas runs two and a half to three hours, and for a full cabin of eight passengers, a proper lavatory is a practical consideration, not a luxury. Clients who have flown the earlier Citation models often upgrade to the Encore for that reason.
Corporate groups traveling to OCCC conventions or Kennedy Space Center events from northern cities find the Encore a comfortable inbound option. The Encore+ avionics suite appeals to operators who prioritize a modern flight deck, which also tends to mean better dispatch reliability.
For snowbird travel in the November-through-March window, the Encore covers the Florida-to-Northeast corridor efficiently. Its cabin is quieter and better-finished than the base Citation V, which makes a difference on a three-hour repositioning flight when passengers want to work or sleep.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Cessna Citation Encore run $3,500 to $4,800 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Light Jets Available
- Beechjet 400A
- Cessna Citation Bravo
- Cessna Citation CJ2
- Cessna Citation CJ3
- Cessna Citation II
- Cessna Citation Ultra
The full light jets category page lists every light jet we arrange for Orlando departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Cessna Citation Encore charter in or out of Orlando, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.