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1981 CESSNA CITATION II
Starts from the median asking price of 27 comparable Cessna CITATION II listings ($630,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +220 hr vs comps -0.4%
- Engine time -728 hr vs comps +2.9%
- Market supply: 57 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 | 9,282 hrs |
| Engine time | 2,101 SOH |
| Inspection | Phase |
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 ›No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
See prices & suppliers ›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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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna CITATION II lands versus other Cessna CITATION II listings on fyiAero.
Price
median $697k of 30 comparable asking prices
Airframe time
49th pct9,282 hours total (TTAF) · 49th percentile of 39 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
28th pct2,101 hours since overhaul · 28th percentile of 29 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
39th pct2,577 hours since overhaul · 39th 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 | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | CITATION II |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N630SP |
Airframe
| Total Time | 9,282 |
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Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY JT15D-4 |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 2,101 SOH |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY JT15D-4 |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 2,577 SOH |
Interior
| Year Interior | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Lavatory | Yes |
| Lavatory Configuration | Aft |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2026 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | • Complete Phase 1 through 5 inspections current. • Phase 18, 20, 21, 22, 34, 55, 56, 57 and 61 completed. • Minor engine inspections current on both engines. • New fuselage windows installed (12 units). • Overhauled RH flap motor installed. • Repaired LH flap motor installed. • Overhauled RH MLG actuator installed. • Overhauled LH brake assembly installed. • New weather seal installed on main cabin door. • All FAA AD’s reviewed and complied with. |
|---|
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | None |
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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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