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Citation Encore
Midsize jet
The Citation Encore is the definitive evolution of the Citation Model 560 series, delivering enhanced performance and exceptional cabin comfort. Combining powerful new engines with an upgraded landing gear system, the Encore offers superior short-field performance and a remarkably smooth ride.
Elevated Performance and Comfort
Overview
The Citation Encore (Model 560), introduced in 2000, represents the definitive evolution of the successful Citation Ultra platform. This aircraft was engineered for superiority, pairing the long, spacious cabin of the 560 series with a new generation of power and handling. It is powered by highly efficient Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535A turbofan engines, which deliver increased thrust and reduced fuel burn over its predecessors, enabling faster climbs and excellent high-altitude performance. Crucially, the Encore introduced trailing link main landing gear, a key mechanical upgrade that significantly dampens the shock of landing, resulting in a remarkably smooth, "midsize-jet" quality ride. The Encore also maintains the series' unique dropped aisle design, maximizing passenger headroom. This balance of superior operational efficiency, reliable systems, and best-in-class cabin space establishes the Citation Encore as a premier light jet for comfortable and dependable regional travel.
Space Without Compromise
Luxury interior
With extra-wide, fully reclining seats and a classic, durable finish, the Encore delivers a tranquil, productive environment that makes short- and mid-range missions feel effortlessly first-class.
The Longest Cabin in Class
The Citation Encore boasts one of the longest passenger cabins among all light jets. This superior length allows for flexible configurations, generous legroom between facing club seats, and ample space for working or relaxing.
Comfort Enhanced by the Dropped Aisle
A unique and passenger-focused design feature of the Citation Encore is its clever dropped aisle design. By subtly lowering the central floor section, the cabin provides enhanced seated and standing headroom along the entire length of the aircraft.
Exceptional Luggage Capacity
The Encore provides one of the most generous total baggage capacities offering over 70 cubic feet of combined internal and external storage space. This ample capacity ensure all your travel necessities arrive with you.
Key Specifications & Performance
Technical Characteristics
The Citation Encore offers a reliable blend of high speed, generous range, and excellent short-field capability, delivering significant utility in the midsize jet class.
Performance
Maximum Cruise Speed
428 ktas (793 km/h)
Maximum Range
Up to 1,700 nm (3,148 km)
Service Ceiling
45,000 ft (13,716 m)
Takeoff Distance
3,490 ft (1,064 m)
Landing Distance
2,439 ft (743 m)
Rate of Climb
4,740 ft/min (1,445 m/min)
Capacity
Passengers
7–8 (plus a belted lavatory seat)
Crew
2 (Pilot & Co-Pilot). Single-Pilot Certified
Cabin Volume
314 cu ft (8.9 cubic meter)
Cabin Dimensions
Length: 17 ft 4 in (5,28m)
Width: 4ft 10 in (1,47m)
Height: 4ft 8 in (1,42m)
Fuel & Engines
Fuel Capacity
5,400 pounds (2,449 kg)
Engines
2 x Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535A
Twin turbofan engines known for high thrust, excellent specific fuel consumption (efficiency), and reduced external noise compared to predecessors.
Thrust (each)
3,400 pounds of thrust (15.1 kN)
Cargo & Access
Cargo Door Size
71 cubic feet (2.01 cubic meters)
Baggage Compartment
Typically 7–8 standard suitcases or a combination of luggage and golf/ski bags.
Exceptional capacity for its class, split between an accessible internal and a large external compartment. Both areas are heated and pressurized.
Operational Mastery Meets Unrivaled Safety
Key feature
The Citation Encore’s unique competitive edge lies in the perfect pairing of two elements : superior ride comfort and advanced safety engineering. These features ensure that your travel is not only efficient but also exceptionally safe and smooth from the moment you board until you arrive.
Effortless Landings
Passenger Comfort & Experience
The Citation Encore introduces a significant mechanical upgrade that delivers an immediate and noticeable improvement in passenger comfort: the sophisticated Trailing Link Landing Gear. This advanced system replaced the older, stiff-legged gear of its predecessors, acting as a highly effective shock absorber to completely revolutionize the landing experience. Charter clients frequently note the dramatic difference, experiencing incredibly soft and smooth touchdowns that minimize the physical jolt often associated with smaller aircraft. This design also improves taxiing comfort, insulating the cabin from ground vibrations and enhancing safety on uneven ramps. This mechanical advantage ensures a serene journey, proving that smooth, midsize-jet quality landings are achievable even within the efficiency of the light jet class, maximizing relaxation for all passengers.
Continuous Thermal Anti-Ice Protection
Safety & Operational Advantage
The Citation Encore significantly enhances flight safety and performance by incorporating an advanced Bleed-Air Wing Anti-Ice System, replacing the older pneumatic de-icing boots used on previous Citation 500-series models. This system utilizes continuous hot air drawn directly from the engines to constantly heat the wing's leading edges. This process acts as a continuous anti-ice barrier, preventing ice from forming in the first place, rather than just waiting to break it off after accumulation. The result is a clean, aerodynamically optimized wing surface at all times during flight in icing conditions. This critical safety upgrade reduces pilot workload, eliminates the aerodynamic penalties and risks associated with ice accumulation on the wings, and ensures consistent performance, providing maximum peace of mind during all-weather operations.
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