BOMBARDIER
Bombardier Learjet 70
The Learjet 70 was the final development of the 40-series — Garmin G5000 flight deck, winglets and improved hot-and-high climb. A rare and modern light jet for executive charter.
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A head-to-head look at two of the most-chartered aircraft in the light jet class.
CESSNA
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
The Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 is the flagship of the CitationJet family — the longest-range, fastest and largest member of the CJ line. Refreshed for 2024 with Garmin G3000, premium leather seating and pro line wireless cabin controls, it carries up to nine passengers across 2,165 nautical miles at Mach 0.77, all single-pilot certified for lower direct charter cost.
FULL CESSNA CITATION CJ4 GEN2 PAGE →SPECIFICATIONS
Side-by-side specifications
| METRIC | Learjet 70 | Citation CJ4 Gen2 |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 6 | 8–9 |
| Range | 2,060 nm | 2,165 nm |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.81 | Mach 0.77 |
| Cabin height | 4'11" | 4'9" |
| Cabin width | 5'1" | 4'10" |
| Baggage | 50 cu ft | 77 cu ft |
| Runway | 4,440 ft | 3,410 ft |
Bombardier Learjet 70 — strengths
- —Garmin G5000 flight deck
- —Winglets improve climb and fuel burn
- —Last of the Learjets — collectible airframe
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 — strengths
- —Longest range in the CitationJet family — 2,165 nm
- —Single-pilot certified for lower hourly direct cost
- —Garmin G3000 touchscreen flight deck with autothrottle
CHARTER PRICING
Indicative pricing
BOMBARDIER LEARJET 70
| Denver → Aspen (hot/high) | from $13,200 |
| Geneva → Olbia | from CHF 12,900 |
CESSNA CITATION CJ4 GEN2
| London → Ibiza | from £7,200 |
| Munich → Mykonos | from €9,800 |
| Dallas → Aspen | from $11,600 |
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 Learjet 70 pulls ahead on cabin comfort and speed & block time; the Citation CJ4 Gen2 answers with range / non-stop reach, group capacity and airport access. 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 CJ4 Gen2
2,165 nm of range — the better choice for transcontinental and intercontinental missions.
Cabin comfort
Learjet 70
Taller and/or wider cabin (4'11" × 5'1") — better for long flights and stand-up movement.
Group capacity
Citation CJ4 Gen2
Seats up to 9 — the right pick when the manifest grows.
Airport access
Citation CJ4 Gen2
Shorter 3,410 ft balanced-field requirement — opens up restricted alpine, island and city-adjacent airfields.
Speed & block time
Learjet 70
Cruise of Mach 0.81 — 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 Learjet 70 and Citation CJ4 Gen2: the deciding reasons in this matchup, plus the buyer archetypes each aircraft serves best.
BOMBARDIER
Top reasons to choose the Learjet 70
- ★Cruises at Mach 0.81, trimming block time on every leg vs the Citation CJ4 Gen2 (Mach 0.77).
- ★Bigger cabin envelope (4'11" tall × 5'1" wide) than the Citation CJ4 Gen2 — meaningful difference on flights over three hours.
- ★Garmin G5000 flight deck
- ★Winglets improve climb and fuel burn
- ★Last of the Learjets — collectible airframe
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 CJ4 Gen2
- ★Reaches 2,165 nm non-stop — 5% more range than the Learjet 70, opening city pairs that would otherwise need a tech stop.
- ★Seats up to 9 passengers vs 6 on the Learjet 70 — better for full-group charters and family travel.
- ★Lands in 3,410 ft balanced field — accesses short, restricted and city-adjacent airports the Learjet 70 cannot.
- ★77 cu ft of baggage volume — fits ski, golf and extended-stay luggage that crowds the Learjet 70.
- ★Longest range in the CitationJet family — 2,165 nm
BEST FOR
Larger party charters
Up to 9 seats vs 6 on the Learjet 70 — the natural pick when the manifest grows last-minute.
Short-field departures
3,410 ft balanced field unlocks airports the Learjet 70 cannot use, putting passengers closer to the door.
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
BOMBARDIER
Bombardier Learjet 70
PROS
- +Garmin G5000 flight deck
- +Winglets improve climb and fuel burn
- +Last of the Learjets — collectible airframe
- +Faster cruise (Mach 0.81) trims block time on every leg vs the Citation CJ4 Gen2.
- +Taller cabin (4'11") than the Citation CJ4 Gen2 — easier to move around on long flights.
- +Wider cabin (5'1") makes a meaningful difference at the shoulders vs the Citation CJ4 Gen2.
CONS
- −Maximum 6-seat layout is tight if you regularly travel with more than 6 — the Citation CJ4 Gen2 adds 3 seats.
- −Needs more runway than the Citation CJ4 Gen2 (4,440 ft vs 3,410 ft) — fewer short-field options.
- −Tighter baggage capacity than the Citation CJ4 Gen2 (50 cu ft vs 77 cu ft).
CESSNA
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
PROS
- +Longest range in the CitationJet family — 2,165 nm
- +Single-pilot certified for lower hourly direct cost
- +Garmin G3000 touchscreen flight deck with autothrottle
- +Carries up to 9 passengers vs 6 on the Learjet 70 — better for larger groups.
- +Shorter runway requirement (3,410 ft) unlocks airfields the Learjet 70 cannot use.
- +Larger baggage hold (77 cu ft) — useful for ski, golf or extended luggage vs the Learjet 70.
CONS
- −Slightly slower in cruise than the Learjet 70 (Mach 0.77 vs Mach 0.81).
- −Lower ceiling than the Learjet 70 (4'9" vs 4'11") — stand-up movement is restricted.
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 PICKLearjet 70
Curated example: Teterboro → Nantucket sits in the Learjet 70's sweet spot.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 02
Weekend ski trip — Geneva to Sion with full ski equipment
OUR PICKCitation CJ4 Gen2
Shorter runway requirement (3,410 ft) opens up the airfield.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 03
Day-return board meeting between secondary cities
OUR PICKLearjet 70
Curated example: Teterboro → Nantucket sits in the Learjet 70's sweet spot.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 04
Family of five to a Mediterranean island for a long weekend
OUR PICKCitation CJ4 Gen2
Larger cabin seats the full group (8–9).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →ROUTE RECOMMENDATIONS
Best pick per route
| ROUTE | DISTANCE | RECOMMENDED | WHY |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Paris | 190 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
| Geneva → Ibiza | 560 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
| Teterboro → Miami | 950 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
| London → Athens | 1,500 nm | Either | Both aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price. |
Distances are great-circle approximations; actual fuel planning accounts for winds, weather and reserves.
FAQ
Learjet 70 vs Citation CJ4 Gen2 — frequently asked
Learjet 70 vs Citation CJ4 Gen2: which has the longer range?OPEN
The Bombardier Learjet 70 has a published range of 2,060 nm; the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 is rated at 2,165 nm. The longer-range aircraft opens up more non-stop city pairs without a tech stop.
Which is faster — Learjet 70 or Citation CJ4 Gen2?OPEN
Cruise speeds are Mach 0.81 for the Bombardier Learjet 70 and Mach 0.77 for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2. On a Denver → Aspen (hot/high)-style mission the faster aircraft typically saves 10–25 minutes block time.
How many passengers does each aircraft carry?OPEN
The Bombardier Learjet 70 seats 6; the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 seats 8–9. Charter prices below assume a typical executive layout — high-density configurations are available on request.
What does it cost to charter the Bombardier Learjet 70 vs the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2?OPEN
Indicative one-way pricing on a benchmark mission: Bombardier Learjet 70 from from $13,200, Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 from from £7,200. 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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