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1980 CESSNA CITATION II
Starts from the median asking price of 20 comparable Cessna CITATION II listings ($697,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Airframe time +4,674 hr vs comps -9.3%
- Engine time +57 hr vs comps -0.2%
- No Modern GPS navigator (60% of comps have one) -12.0%
- No Autopilot (50% of comps have one) -7.2%
- ADS-B (50% of comps) +1.3%
- Market supply: 66 for sale of 499 FAA-registered -5.0%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna CITATION II |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | 13,753 hrs |
| Engine time | 2,816.4 SMOH |
| Avionics / Standby instrument | MD302 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
The Citation II has earned its reputation as one of the most respected light business jets ever produced, combining dependable performance, exceptional operating economics, and timeless styling. N704DA enhances that legacy with a thoughtfully upgraded Garmin-equipped flight deck and a refined executive cabin, making it an outstanding choice for owner-operators, corporate flight departments, or Part 135 charter operations. Cruising at approximately 430 MPH, carrying up to nine passengers, and offering a 1,400-mile nonstop range, N704DA delivers a compelling blend of capability, comfort, and value while maintaining the dispatch reliability that has made the Citation II an industry benchmark. Contact for price, more info, pictures, and access to aircraft maintenance logs
Avionics
Additonal Avionics Include: Standby Attitude/PFD Readout MD302 by Midcontinent
Recommended avionics upgrades
No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.
See prices & suppliers ›No autopilot is listed — a GFC 600 or S-TEC 3100 digital autopilot is a major capability and value add, subject to STC approval for this model.
Shop options ›Suggestions are based on the panel described in this listing; verify STC approval for this make/model before any installation.
Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna CITATION II lands versus other Cessna CITATION II listings on fyiAero.
Price
median $825k of 25 comparable asking prices
Airframe time
99th pct13,753 hours total (TTAF) · 99th percentile of 36 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
52nd pct2,816 hours since major overhaul · 52nd percentile of 29 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
50th pct2,945 hours since major overhaul · 50th percentile of 28 listings
Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.
General
| Year | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | CITATION II |
| Serial Number | 550-0202 |
| Registration # | N704DA |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | KLYH |
Airframe
| Total Time | 13,753.5 |
|---|---|
| Total Landings | 11,341 |
| Range | 1,800 NM |
| Max Ramp Weight | 14,500 lb |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 14,300 lb |
| Max Landing Weight | 12,700 lb |
| Max Payload | 6,262 lb |
| Max Zero Fuel Weight | 7,938 lb |
| Basic Empty Weight | 7,908 lb |
| Basic Operating Weight | 9,738 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Mass | 5,000 lb |
| Maintenance Tracking | FLightDocs |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY JT15-4D |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | PCE-70709 |
| Engine 1 Time | 2,816.4 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 3500 |
| Engine 1 Cycles | 11,298 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY JT15-4D |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | PCE-70615 |
| Engine 2 Time | 2,945.4 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 3500 |
| Engine 2 Cycles | 11,303 |
Avionics
| Primary Flight Display 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G600 |
|---|---|
| Multi-Function Display 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G600 |
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTN 750 |
| GPS 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTN 750 |
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX345R |
| Transponder 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX335R |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | SPERRY SPZ500 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| FANS | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Additonal Avionics Include: Standby Attitude/PFD Readout MD302 by Midcontinent |
Interior
| Year Interior | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 9 |
| Galley Configuration | Forward |
| Lavatory | Yes |
| Lavatory Configuration | Aft |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2018 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Aircraft is on a part 135 certificate and is maintained as such. Will be sold with all applicable inspections and squawks completed and fully airworthy. Aircraft is still actively flying so hours will continue to increase as it is being marketed for sale. |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | None |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna Citation II
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna Citation II (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $246,240 | $400,140 |
| Fixed | $376,800 | $376,800 |
| Variable | $629,640 | $1,023,165 |
| Total / hour | $5,032 | $4,308 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,500 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 330 kts · 380 mph |
| Seating | 2 crew + 7 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 8" × 4' 9" × 15' 9" |
| Interior volume | 355 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 4500 ft / 2400 ft |
About this plane
The Cessna Citation II (Model 550) and IISP has a variable operating cost of $2,731 per hour. It provides a range of 1,200 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 359 knots (413 mph), with an average fuel burn of 171 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Citation II measures 4'8" high, 4'9" wide, and 15'9" long, offering 355 cubic feet of interior space. Designed to accommodate up to 8-10 passengers, the interior provides a comfortable and practical layout ideal for business or personal travel. Requiring 4,500 feet for takeoff and 2,400 feet for landing, the Citation II is well-suited for short-runway operations while maintaining solid cruise performance. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Cessna Citation II/IISP's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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