Cessna Citation X Flying Tips

• The Cessna Citation X is a luxury private aircraft designed for speed and roomy travel, according to Flying Magazine. The polished version of the Citation X -- available in 2013 for just over $20 million -- is being redesigned for maneuverability and upgrades to passenger amenities. Important flying tips on the plane deal with lift, speed and landing.

Fly at High Altitudes

• The Citation X can fly at countless heights, but this plane is built to cruise at high altitudes, according to Aviation Trivia. This plane is constructed with ultrathin wings, providing for less wind resistance upon lift and for leveling out. High cruising can also mean conservation of jet fuel during travel.

Be Aware of Speed

• The Citation X is designed for exceptional speed, according to Aviation Trivia. In 1997, the aircraft established an aviation record when it clocked a full speed upwards of 544 mph. The reason for rapid flight is the plane's construction. The fuselage of the Citation X is attached to the upper portion of the wings, which cuts speed drag. The Citation X can fly cross country -- from coast to coast -- in just over four hours. The highest speed of the Citation X reached 607 mph.

Mind the Landing

• Pilots of a Citation X should also note the appropriate angle for bring the plane in for a safe and smooth landing. According to Aviation Trivia, the nose of the Citation X should be angled upward at 14 degrees. Additionally, pilots should keep wings level, avoiding aircraft tilt. Specifically, the plane should not exceed wing tilting by more than 2 degrees on either side to avoid "wing tip strike" caused by wind and pressure.