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1981 Cessna Citation II

🕒 Listed 2 months ago
$699,000
fyiEstimate $684,500–$701,500 ⓘ How this estimate is built

Starts from the median asking price of 22 comparable Cessna CITATION II listings ($762,000), then adjusts for:

  • No Modern GPS navigator (59% of comps have one) -11.8%
  • Autopilot (50% of comps) +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.

1981
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N550NB ✈ Flight Tracking
Sep 22, 2026 (27 days ago)
550-0396
JT15D-4
2
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Skies The Limit LLC
Per the FAA aircraft registry (public record)

Overview

Make / ModelCessna CITATION II
TypeJet
Airframe time—
Avionics / TransponderCollins TDR-90
Avionics / GPS / datalinkGarmin GNS-530W
Avionics / AutopilotSPZ-500
Avionics / Weather radarRDR-1100
Avionics / Terrain / EGPWSTAWS
Avionics / ADFADF-60
Avionics / DMEDME-40
ADS-BYes
InspectionPhase
Autopilot RVSM ADS-B

Description

New paint in 2022. 2021 Interior refurbishment and stretch modification. ADS-B Out. WAAS. Enclosed belted lav

Modifications

Back 13 Photos $699,000 1981 Cessna Citation II S/N: 550-0396 R/N: N550NB 6,982 Total Hours Maryland, United States Compare Email to Friend Date Listed: Jun 19, 2026 Seller Paragraph Seller OMNIJET Location Easton, MD, US New paint in 2022 2021 Interior refurbishment and stretch modification ADS-B Out WAAS Enclosed belted lav Airframe & Power Systems Information Total Hours 6,982 Total Hours Landings 6,532 Engines Loc. Model Serial# TSOH TSHS L JT15D-4 PCE70386 3,177 1,342 R PCE70958 3,191 1,418 TBO: 3500 Maintenance & Condition Maintained: FAR Part 91 Certification(s): RVSM Phase 1 Inspection c/w 08/25 Phase 2 Inspection c/w 08/25 Phase 3 Inspection c/w 08/25 Phase 4 Inspection c/w 08/25 Phase 5 Inspection c/w 08/25 Range (NM): 1,220 to 1,600 Passengers: 11 Max Speed: 374 Knots Avionics ADF: Dual Collins ADF-60 Autopilot: Sperry SPZ-500 IFCS Communication Radios: Dual Collins VHF-20A; Garmin GNS-530W CVR: B&D DME: Dual Collins DME-40 Flight Director: Sperry SPZ-500 IFCS 5-inch Single Cue FMS: Yes GPS: Garmin GNS-530W Hi Frequency: King KHF-950 HSI: Sperry 5-inch Navigation Radios: Dual Collins VIR-30A; Garmin GNS-530W Radar Altimeter: Sperry AA-215 RMI: Dual Collins RMI-30 TAWS: Garmin GNS-530W Transponder: Dual Collins TDR-90 Weather Radar: Bendix/King RDR-1100 (color) Additional Equipment Cockpit: ADS-B Out, WAAS, J.E.T. 2-inch Standby Gyro, AOA Indicator, Dual Collins Audio Panels Equipment: Rohr Thrust Reversers, 64 Cubic Foot Oxygen System, Anti-skid Brakes, Engine Fan/Turbine Synch, Super Soundproofing w/Kevlar Batts, Stainless Steel Fasteners in Cowl & Access Panels, Sierra Quick-release Radome Mod, Lead Acid Battery, Gross Weight Increase Mod, Aft Baggage Mod Lights: Recognition, Strobe Interior Refurbished: 2021 Configuration/PAX: Executive/11 Passengers Air Conditioning: Freon General: New Stretched Tan Leather Interior in 2021 Seating: Five Single Seats, Aft 3-place Bench Headliner: Ultraleather Headliner Sidewalls: Navy Leather Lower Sidewalls Carpet: Tan Wool Carpeting Installed in 2018 Cabinetry/Wood: Wood Laminate Cabinetry, Dual Aft Writing Tables Lavatory: Enclosed Belted Flushing Forward Lav Exterior New Exterior in 2022 Colors: Matterhorn White Upper & Red Lower w/Gold Stripes Contact Information Contact: Wayne Hilmer Tel: (410) 820-7300 Fax: (410) 820-5082 9415 Jet Lane, Suite #3 Easton, MD 21601 All Specifications Subject to Verification Upon Inspection Availability Subject to Prior Lease, Sale, or Withdrawal From Market Without Notice An Important Note About Buying An Aircraft Aircraft Shopper Online takes internet fraud very seriously. Before completing any transaction, please review our fraud prevention guidelines to protect yourself. Read our Fraud Alert → Report This Ad Listed By OMNIJET Location Easton, MD, US Website Visit website Contact the seller for availability and additional aircraft information. Contact Seller More listings from OMNIJET Finance Calculator $5,184 Est. monthly payment Down payment 20% · $139,800 Loan term 15 years Interest rate 7.50% Loan amount $559,200 Total interest $373,893 View Detailed Calculator Get Pre-Approved For illustrative purposes only. Actual rates and terms may vary.

Recommended avionics upgrades

Garmin GTN 650Xi

No IFR GPS navigator is listed — a GTN 650Xi is the standard entry point for WAAS/LPV capability.

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How this aircraft compares

Where this Cessna CITATION II lands versus other Cessna CITATION II listings on fyiAero.

Price

44th pct
$395k$1.9MThis aircraft · $699k

$699k · 44th percentile of 25 listings

Percentile = share of comparable listings at or below this value. Lower airframe/engine hours are generally fresher; price reflects the asking price only.

Operating costs & specifications — Cessna Citation II

Typical model-level figures for the Cessna Citation II (not this specific airframe).

$1,399,965annual budget · 325 hrs/yr
$3,148variable cost / hour
$8.77cost per nm
171.0gph fuel burn
$1,125,000avg pre-owned asking fyiEstimate  $684,500–$701,500

Annual cost breakdown

Low useHigh use
Hours / year200325
Fuel$246,240$400,140
Fixed$376,800$376,800
Variable$629,640$1,023,165
Total / hour$5,032$4,308

Performance & dimensions

Range1,500 nm
Cruise speed330 kts · 380 mph
Seating2 crew + 7 passengers
Cabin H × W × L4' 8" × 4' 9" × 15' 9"
Interior volume355 ft³
Takeoff / landing4500 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.

Previous listing for N550NB

Previous listing photo of N550NB

1981 CESSNA CITATION II

Then asking
$599k
Airframe
6,982 hrs
View previous listing ↗ · last seen Oct 2026

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