Charter operator Koury Aviation announced they have added Citation CJ2+ tail # N535JF to their fleet, available immediately for charter.
Koury operates an all-Citation fleet of light and midsize jets, all based at RDU Ralleigh, NC and GSO Greensboro, NC. Koury Aviation is a long term, 20+ year operator and carries an ARGUS Gold rating.
- Citation CJ2+, tail # N535JF, seats 6, Wi-Fi
- Citation Encore+, tail # N772CS, seats 7, Wi-Fi
- Citation XLS, tail # N771DE, seats 8, Wi-Fi
- Citation Excel, tail # N431CB, seats 7, Wi-Fi
Koury Aviation and its charter fleet are available only in FlightList PRO,
no other charter platforms. FlightList PRO features 30%+ more
aircraft and operators than other platforms.
Currently there are 34 Citation CJ2 and 16 CJ2+ jets chartering in the U.S. with with 40 different charter operators, according to the charter sourcing platform FlightList PRO which includes every charter aircraft and operator.
About the Citation CJ2+, What Does The “+” mean?
The Citation CJ2+ is an upgraded and enhanced version of the popular CJ2, a favorite in the light jet category and in continuous production since 2000.
Lets break it down:
- Better engines — The CJ2+ is equipped with more powerful Williams FJ44-3A-24 engines, each producing 2,490 pounds of thrust, compared to the CJ2’s FJ44-2C engines at 2,400 lbs.
- FADEC — A significant advantage of the CJ2+ is its incorporation of FADEC (Full Authority Digital Engine Control), which simplifies engine management and enhances efficiency and performance, particularly at higher altitudes.
- Improved range & climb — The CJ2+ offers better fuel efficiency, increased range, improved climb rate, better takeoff performance, and increased useful payload.
- Quieter cabin — It also features a redesigned cabin with extra soundproofing, making it a significantly more comfortable ride for passengers.
- More standard equipment — When introduced, the CJ2+ came with 17 of the CJ2’s most popular equipment options included as standard.
So in short, the “+” simply means improved/upgraded edition — the long term proven CJ2, but with meaningful performance and avionics enhancements.
Real World Feedback on the Citation CJ2+
“The CJ2+ is an ideal light jet in its mission category,” said Rick Colson, Founder & CEO of long term charter brokerage New Flight Charters and a pilot. “It’s capable and comfortable, economical, easy to fly, and has a terrific safety record. Great for regional flying up to 3 hours, it is usually one of the top choices. We include it options for our charter clients to choose from whenever it makes sense.” New Flight Charters includes a jet charter operator directory with 3,569 charter operators worldwide.
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