Midsize Jet Cost Calculator

Calculate the total cost of midsize jet ownership. Compare the Citation XLS+, Learjet 75 Liberty, and Praetor 500 including all operating and fixed costs.

Cessna Citation XLS Gen2

The best-selling midsize business jet ever made. Proven, reliable, with excellent cabin comfort.

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Learjet 75 Liberty

Iconic nameplate with spirited performance. Fast climb rate and coast-to-coast US capability.

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Embraer Praetor 500

Best-in-class range for midsize category. Fly-by-wire technology and the largest cabin in its class.

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Formula

Total Cost = Purchase + (Fuel GPH x $/gal x Hours x Years) + (Maint $/hr x Hours x Years) + (Insurance + Hangar + Crew + Management) x Years

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a midsize jet cost?
New midsize jets range from $13M (Citation XLS Gen2) to $21M (Praetor 600). Pre-owned midsize jets start from $4M-$10M. Super midsize jets like the Citation Longitude cost $28M+.
What is the operating cost of a midsize jet?
Midsize jets cost $2,500-$4,500/hour including fuel, maintenance, crew, and allocated fixed costs. Annual fixed costs alone typically run $400,000-$700,000 for insurance, hangar, crew salaries, and management.
What is the range of a midsize jet?
Midsize jets typically range 2,500-3,600nm. The Praetor 500 leads at 3,340nm for coast-to-coast nonstop capability. Super midsize jets extend to 4,000+nm for transatlantic range.

Understanding Midsize Jet Costs

Midsize jets represent the sweet spot in private aviation, offering stand-up cabins, coast-to-coast range, and genuine comfort for 7-9 passengers. They bridge the gap between entry-level light jets and the larger, more expensive heavy jets, making them the most popular category for business aviation.

Why Midsize?

Stand-up cabin is the defining feature. At 5'8" or taller cabin heights, passengers can move freely. Flat-floor cabins with enclosed lavatories provide genuine comfort for longer flights.

Coast-to-coast range means nonstop travel across the continental US, Caribbean, and Central America without fuel stops, saving 30-60 minutes per trip compared to light jets that may need to stop.

Cost Components

  • Fuel: 170-230 gal/hr at $5-7/gallon, the primary variable cost
  • Crew: $280,000-$400,000/year for a two-pilot crew (captain + first officer)
  • Maintenance: $500-$900/hr reserve for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
  • Management: $4,000-$8,000/month for aircraft management company services
  • Hangar: $36,000-$96,000/year depending on location and airport

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