Citationjet (C525/C526) - CJ I / II / III / IV
Flight Crew Flight Instructor; Flight Crew Air Transport Pilot (ATP); Flight Crew Instrument; Flight Crew Multiengine
Flight Crew Last 90 Days 99; Flight Crew Total 3049; Flight Crew Type 1014
Time Pressure; Workload
Aircraft Equipment Problem Less Severe; Flight Deck / Cabin / Aircraft Event Smoke / Fire / Fumes / Odor
Air Traffic Control Provided Assistance; Flight Crew Landed in Emergency Condition; Flight Crew Requested ATC Assistance / Clarification
Aircraft
While descending into ZZZ out of approximately 10;000 feet MSL; we received a BAGGAGE SMOKE annunciator and master warning alarm. I directed Pilot Not Flying to retrieve the QRH while I took the radios. QRH procedures direct to land as soon as possible. I [requested priority handling] with Approach and advised that we had a cargo smoke indication and would require CFR (Crash Fire Rescue) response. We were given an immediate vector for a visual approach to Runway 13R. I disconnected the autopilot and initiated a descent for the airport. We were able to descend using normal procedures and maneuvers (idle thrust; speed brakes; flaps) and position ourselves for a normal visual approach to Runway XXR backed up to ILS. We were cleared to land on Tower frequency and requested a visual check and advisory for trailing smoke. We reviewed emergency evacuation procedures and duties; but agreed that we would exit the runway and proceed to the FBO under escort providing we did not receive any secondary indications of smoke or fire (sight; smell; ATC/CFR advisory). After a normal landing and no secondary smoke/fire indications we exited the runway and were met by CFR vehicles for a safety inspection. During this time; Pilot Not Flying briefed passengers. We were cleared by CFR to proceed to FBO under escort. Upon arrival and shutdown; Pilot Not Flying exited the aircraft first to open and inspect forward and aft cargo compartments along with CFR personnel. I remained on board with the passengers and explained again what had occurred. We were given a final all-clear and proceeded to deplane passengers and cargo as normal. The BAGGAGE SMOKE annunciator remained illuminated constantly until shutdown. We observed an unusual amount of condensation in the forward cargo compartment; but no other evidence of smoke or fire was observed.
C25B Captain reported observing a 'Baggage Smoke' annunciator light; which resulted in a request for an expedited approach and landing.