CESSNA
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2
The Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 is the entry point to the Citation family — a six-seat single-pilot light jet with Garmin G3000 avionics and class-leading economics on one-hour hops.
FULL CESSNA CITATION M2 GEN2 PAGE →Citation M2 Gen2 vs Citation Bravo
A head-to-head look at two of the most-chartered aircraft in the light jet class.
CESSNA
Cessna Citation Bravo
The Cessna Citation Bravo replaced the legacy Citation II in 1996 — Pratt & Whitney PW530A engines, glass cockpit and the proven straight-wing Citation reliability that defined the brand.
FULL CESSNA CITATION BRAVO PAGE →SPECIFICATIONS
Side-by-side specifications
| METRIC | Citation M2 Gen2 | Citation Bravo |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 6 | 7 |
| Range | 1,550 nm | 1,860 nm |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.71 | Mach 0.70 |
| Cabin height | 4'9" | 4'8" |
| Cabin width | 4'10" | 4'10" |
| Baggage | 46 cu ft | 53 cu ft |
| Runway | 3,250 ft | 3,250 ft |
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 — strengths
- —Lowest operating cost in the Citation line
- —Single-pilot certified
- —Modern Garmin G3000 flight deck
Cessna Citation Bravo — strengths
- —Short-runway capable
- —Strong availability across US and Europe
- —Lowest hourly cost in light jet class
CHARTER PRICING
Indicative pricing
CESSNA CITATION M2 GEN2
| London → Paris | from £3,400 |
| Dallas → Austin | from $4,200 |
CESSNA CITATION BRAVO
| Miami → Key West | from $5,800 |
| Geneva → Nice | from CHF 6,800 |
All-inclusive indicative one-way pricing. Confirmed quote in 10 minutes.
EXPERT VERDICT
Two closely-matched light jets — the right pick depends entirely on the mission, not the spec sheet.
The Citation M2 Gen2 pulls ahead on cabin comfort and speed & block time; the Citation Bravo answers with range / non-stop reach and group capacity. Both sit in the light jet class, so charter pricing is broadly aligned — let the use case (range, group size, airport pair) drive the final call.
Range / non-stop reach
Citation Bravo
1,860 nm of range — the better choice for transcontinental and intercontinental missions.
Cabin comfort
Citation M2 Gen2
Taller and/or wider cabin (4'9" × 4'10") — better for long flights and stand-up movement.
Group capacity
Citation Bravo
Seats up to 7 — the right pick when the manifest grows.
Airport access
Even
Comparable runway requirements.
Speed & block time
Citation M2 Gen2
Cruise of Mach 0.71 — shaves meaningful minutes off every long leg.
Verdict based on published manufacturer specifications, charter market data and Limitless Sky brokerage experience.
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Top reasons to choose — and who each aircraft is best for
A tailored summary for the Citation M2 Gen2 and Citation Bravo: the deciding reasons in this matchup, plus the buyer archetypes each aircraft serves best.
CESSNA
Top reasons to choose the Citation M2 Gen2
- ★Cruises at Mach 0.71, trimming block time on every leg vs the Citation Bravo (Mach 0.70).
- ★Lowest operating cost in the Citation line
- ★Single-pilot certified
- ★Modern Garmin G3000 flight deck
BEST FOR
Two-hour business hops
Lowest jet-class operating cost for 1–2 hour European or US regional legs.
Short-runway escapes
Unlocks airfields like London City alternatives, Lugano and Aspen.
4–6 passenger weekends
Right-sized for a couple plus friends or a small family weekend break.
Last-minute charter
Largest charter fleet of any jet class — strongest empty-leg availability.
CESSNA
Top reasons to choose the Citation Bravo
- ★Reaches 1,860 nm non-stop — 20% more range than the Citation M2 Gen2, opening city pairs that would otherwise need a tech stop.
- ★Seats up to 7 passengers vs 6 on the Citation M2 Gen2 — better for full-group charters and family travel.
- ★53 cu ft of baggage volume — fits ski, golf and extended-stay luggage that crowds the Citation M2 Gen2.
- ★Short-runway capable
- ★Strong availability across US and Europe
BEST FOR
Longer non-stop reach
When the mission is on the edge of the Citation M2 Gen2's envelope, the 1,860 nm legs of the Citation Bravo keep reserves intact.
Larger party charters
Up to 7 seats vs 6 on the Citation M2 Gen2 — the natural pick when the manifest grows last-minute.
Two-hour business hops
Lowest jet-class operating cost for 1–2 hour European or US regional legs.
Short-runway escapes
Unlocks airfields like London City alternatives, Lugano and Aspen.
PROS & CONS
Honest assessment
CESSNA
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2
PROS
- +Lowest operating cost in the Citation line
- +Single-pilot certified
- +Modern Garmin G3000 flight deck
CONS
- −Shorter range than the Citation Bravo (1,550 nm vs 1,860 nm) — may require a tech stop on long sectors.
- −Maximum 6-seat layout is tight if you regularly travel with more than 6 — the Citation Bravo adds 1 seat.
CESSNA
Cessna Citation Bravo
PROS
- +Short-runway capable
- +Strong availability across US and Europe
- +Lowest hourly cost in light jet class
- +Longer legs than the Citation M2 Gen2 (1,860 nm vs 1,550 nm) — fewer fuel stops on intercontinental missions.
- +Carries up to 7 passengers vs 6 on the Citation M2 Gen2 — better for larger groups.
CONS
- −Marginally more expensive per block hour than the Citation M2 Gen2 on typical charter quotes — confirm with a live quote for your route.
REAL-WORLD MISSIONS
Which aircraft for which mission
Four scenarios our charter desk sees regularly — and which of these two we would actually quote.
SCENARIO 01
Two-hour business hop with four executives and overnight bags
OUR PICKCitation M2 Gen2
Curated example: London → Brussels sits in the Citation M2 Gen2's sweet spot.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 02
Weekend ski trip — Geneva to Sion with full ski equipment
OUR PICKCitation M2 Gen2
Shorter runway requirement (3,250 ft) opens up the airfield.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 03
Day-return board meeting between secondary cities
OUR PICKCitation M2 Gen2
Curated example: London → Brussels sits in the Citation M2 Gen2's sweet spot.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 04
Family of five to a Mediterranean island for a long weekend
OUR PICKCitation Bravo
Larger cabin seats the full group (7).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →ROUTE RECOMMENDATIONS
Best pick per route
| ROUTE | DISTANCE | RECOMMENDED | WHY |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Paris | 190 nm | Citation Bravo | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| Geneva → Ibiza | 560 nm | Citation Bravo | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| Teterboro → Miami | 950 nm | Citation Bravo | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| London → Athens | 1,500 nm | Citation Bravo | Only one reaches non-stop — the other would need a fuel stop (1500 nm > 1,550 nm). |
Distances are great-circle approximations; actual fuel planning accounts for winds, weather and reserves.
FAQ
Citation M2 Gen2 vs Citation Bravo — frequently asked
Citation M2 Gen2 vs Citation Bravo: which has the longer range?OPEN
The Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 has a published range of 1,550 nm; the Cessna Citation Bravo is rated at 1,860 nm. The longer-range aircraft opens up more non-stop city pairs without a tech stop.
Which is faster — Citation M2 Gen2 or Citation Bravo?OPEN
Cruise speeds are Mach 0.71 for the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 and Mach 0.70 for the Cessna Citation Bravo. On a London → Paris-style mission the faster aircraft typically saves 10–25 minutes block time.
How many passengers does each aircraft carry?OPEN
The Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 seats 6; the Cessna Citation Bravo seats 7. Charter prices below assume a typical executive layout — high-density configurations are available on request.
What does it cost to charter the Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 vs the Cessna Citation Bravo?OPEN
Indicative one-way pricing on a benchmark mission: Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 from from £3,400, Cessna Citation Bravo from from $5,800. Confirmed quote in 10 minutes — pricing varies with empty-leg availability, season and routing.
Which aircraft is better for transatlantic or long-range missions?OPEN
Both belong to the Light Jet category, but range, payload and runway performance differ. See the route-recommendations table on this page for our specific pick per corridor.
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