Cessna Citation Excel/XLS (560XL series)

08 Jan 2026 · © Unknown

D-CZZZ is a German-registered private/charter jet commonly spotted across Europe. Citation XLS jets are favored for their performance-to-comfort ratio and are frequently used by business executives and air charter services.

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Aircraft

Citation Excel/XLS (560XL series) C56X

Private/Charter - likely operator-specific livery

D-CZZZ

Registration

Manufacturer

Cessna

Insights

Aviation History

The Citation Excel/XLS (560XL) is one of the world's most popular midsize business jets, blending the comfort of larger Cabin-class jets with the flexibility of light jets.

Fleet Rarity

Hundreds in service worldwide, not rare overall, but individual German-chartered registrants can be unique.

Record Flights

No world records, but regularly used for continent-crossing charter flights in Europe and North America.

Safety & Events

The Excel/XLS has a strong safety record with few notable incidents, mostly minor technical or landing issues.

Future Outlook

Still in production (in XLS+) and active, regarded as a staple of charter fleets for the foreseeable future.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545A

Engine

17.17 meters

Wingspan

16.02 meters

Length

3,441 km

Range

796 km/h

Speed

8-9 passengers (typical)

Capacity

9,163 kg

MTOW

5.23 meters

Height

18.32 kN (4,100 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Stage 4 ICAO, typically under 75 EPNdB on approach

Noise

Registration suggests it’s a business jet – exact operator not confirmed from image alone.