500 Citation I vs PA-31 Navajo
The 500 Citation I and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Piper respectively. Top speed is 665 km/h for the 500 Citation I vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The 500 Citation I has an operational range of 2,459 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The 500 Citation I operates at altitudes up to 12,497 m compared to 8,016 m for the PA-31 Navajo. The 500 Citation I has been produced in 689 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 5 years before the 500 Citation I (1964 vs 1969).
| American light business jet, renowned for civil, commercial, and military use since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 15 September 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 689 units |
| Average unit price | $0.9 million |
| American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Piper |
| First flight | 30 September 1964 |
| Year introduced | 1967 |
| Number produced | 3942 units |
| Average unit price | $-- million |
| Wing area | 25.9 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 665 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,459 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,375 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,008 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 998 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 21.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 12.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.0 m â—‰ |
| Length | 9.9 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 420 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,875 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 8,016 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 2,948 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 1,783 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 231 kW â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 500 Citation I or PA-31 Navajo?
The 500 Citation I is faster with a maximum speed of 665 km/h compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 420 km/h, a difference of 245 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 500 Citation I or PA-31 Navajo?
The 500 Citation I has a longer range at 2,459 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the 500 Citation I or PA-31 Navajo?
The 500 Citation I has a higher service ceiling at 12,497 meters (41,000 ft) compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 8,016 meters (26,299 ft).
Which is heavier, the 500 Citation I or PA-31 Navajo?
The 500 Citation I has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,375 kg compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 2,948 kg.
Which is larger, the 500 Citation I or PA-31 Navajo?
The 500 Citation I is longer at 13.3 meters compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 9.9 meters.
Which entered service first, the 500 Citation I or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 4 years before the 500 Citation I which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 500 Citation I or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 689 units of the 500 Citation I.