Cessna Citation CJ3 in flight above low cloud and forested hills

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Light Jet

Q: What is a Light Jet and how many passengers can it carry?

A light jet is a compact, efficient private aircraft built for short- to mid-range travel. Legacy’s light jet, the Citation CJ3+, seats 6—with impressive speed and lower operating costs compared to larger jets.

Q: What are the ideal trip types for a light jet?

Light jets are perfect for regional trips and business travel. Ours flies up to 2,040 nautical miles—ideal for journeys that are too short for larger jets but require faster, more flexible options than commercial travel.

Q: Can light jets fly in poor weather or to smaller airports?

Absolutely. They cruise above most adverse weather conditions and are capable of accessing small, less-busy runways—making them great for landing closer to your final destination.

Q: How does the cost of chartering a light jet compare to larger jets?

Light jets generally offer more economical charter rates than midsize or heavy jets, striking a balance between comfort, speed, and affordability—making them a smart choice for regional or executive travel.

Q: What is a popular model in this class and why is it favored?

The Citation CJ3+ is the light jet Legacy operates in this class, prized for its quiet cabin, 416-knot cruise, small-field access, and efficient single-pilot operations that keep costs down. For more cabin volume in a similar footprint, you will find the Phenom 300E one class up, in Premium Light Jet.

Nimble, efficient, and sized for a smaller party—private aviation at its most direct.

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Class Overview

Built for This Mission

Nimble, efficient, and sized for a smaller party—private aviation at its most direct.

Passengers: 6
Range: 2,040 nautical miles
Cabin Volume: 286 cubic feet
Max Cruise: 416 kt (479 mph)
Baggage: 65 cubic feet

Manufacturer-published figures. Baggage reflects the external hold only, not additional in-cabin stowage. Actual range and payload vary with passenger count, baggage, fuel stops and weather — our desk confirms the numbers for your specific trip.