For a quick Bahamas run into Nassau or Freeport with a handful of passengers, an entry-level jet is usually the efficient answer. The Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510 is a practical fit for a small party crossing to the islands together.
Cessna (Textron Aviation) built the Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510 from 2006 to 2017. Every Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510 we arrange flies with an operator certified under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Entry-Level Jet
- Manufacturer: Cessna (Textron Aviation)
- Year introduced: 2006-2017
- Seating: 4 to 5
- Crew: 1 to 2
- Range: 1,150 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 340 knots
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 40.6 feet
- Wingspan: 43.2 feet
- Height: 13.4 feet
- Baggage volume: 63 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510 Fits the Bahamas
It is one of the least expensive jets to operate, which shows up directly in the quote on a short crossing.
For a small group crossing from South Florida, it moves faster than a turboprop and costs less to run than a light jet.
Working from the published 1,150 nautical miles and leaving margin for wind and reserves, Washington DC, Philadelphia, and St Maarten are reachable nonstop from Nassau. How much you are carrying and what the winds are doing will move that, which the operator calculates per trip.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510 run $2,800 to $4,000 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Entry-Level Jets Available
The full entry-level jets category page lists every entry-level jet we arrange for Bahamas trips.
Contact
For a quote on a Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510 charter to or from the Bahamas, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or visit our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.