The Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510 is the smallest certified jet on Mexico’s charter market, suited to four-passenger trips on the shortest cross-border hops where moving at jet speed is the goal and cabin size is the trade.
Cessna designed the Mustang as a very light jet with single-pilot certification and two Pratt and Whitney Canada PW615F engines. It seats four to five passengers, cruises around 340 knots to 41,000 feet, and carries a range of roughly 1,150 nautical miles. Every Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510 we arrange flies with an operator certificated under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Very Light 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 Mexico
The Mustang’s natural Mexico mission is a small group crossing the US border: four executives from Houston or San Antonio into Monterrey, a family of four from Texas to a Los Cabos connection, or a quick turnaround run between two close Mexican cities. The cabin is compact and the passengers know it going in.
At 1,150 nautical miles the range is the binding constraint. Mexico City via Toluca from anywhere but the Texas border requires a fuel stop. We quote the Mustang for missions that fit the aircraft and point clients to a CJ1 or M2 when the route exceeds what it comfortably reaches.
Toluca’s high-elevation environment is the other consideration. At maximum payload on a warm day, density altitude at 8,460 feet reduces the Mustang’s useful load more than it affects a heavier light jet. The operator confirms performance on a per-flight basis; we build that into the planning conversation.
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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 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
The Mustang quotes at the lower end of the Mexico jet range and is the most economical certified jet option for a small group on a short border crossing.
Other Very Light Jets Available
- Cessna Citation CJ1
- Cessna Citation M2
- Cirrus Vision Jet SF50
- Eclipse 500
- Embraer Phenom 100
- Honda HA-420 HondaJet
The full very light jets category page lists every very light jet we arrange for Mexico departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510 charter in or out of Mexico, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or head to 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.