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1983 CESSNA CITATION III
Starts from the median asking price of 10 comparable Cessna CITATION III listings ($1,200,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Airframe time -2,028 hr vs comps +4.1%
- Engine time -1,233 hr vs comps +4.9%
- Autopilot (60% of comps) +5.7%
- No ADS-B (70% of comps have one) -1.8%
- Market supply: 23 for sale of 202 FAA-registered -4.5%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna CITATION III |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | 6,961 hrs |
| Engine time | 750 SOH |
| Avionics / Transponder | Collins TDR-90 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | SPZ-650 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | Primus 650 |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TCAS, Skywatch |
| Avionics / DME | DME-40 |
Recommended avionics upgrades
No ADS-B is listed — a GTX 345 delivers required ADS-B Out plus In (traffic & weather) in one transponder.
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Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs)
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna CITATION III lands versus other Cessna CITATION III listings on fyiAero.
Price
40th pct$1.1M · 40th percentile of 10 listings
Airframe time
17th pct6,961 hours total (TTAF) · 17th percentile of 12 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
9th pct750 hours since overhaul · 9th percentile of 11 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
9th pct750 hours since overhaul · 9th percentile of 11 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 | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | CITATION III |
| Serial Number | 0019 |
| Registration # | N970GW |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 6,961 |
|---|---|
| Total Landings | 5,330 |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | HONEYWELL TFE731-3C-100S |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 750 SOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 4200 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | HONEYWELL TFE731-3C-100S |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 750 SOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 4200 |
Avionics
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | ROCKWELL COLLINS |
|---|---|
| Transponder 2 Manufacturer/Model | ROCKWELL COLLINS |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | SPERRY |
| Avionics/Radios | ADF: Dual Collins ADF-60A Autopilot: Dual Sperry SPZ-650 IFCS Communication Radios: Dual Collins VHF-22A CVR: Fairchild GA100 DME: Dual Collins DME-40 EFIS: Honeywell EDZ-650 2-tube Flight Director: Dual Sperry SPZ-650 IFCS FMS: Global GNS-XLS w/GPS Hi Frequency: Dual King KHF-950 HSI: Dual Honeywell ED-803 EHSI Navigation Radios: Dual Collins VIR-30A Radar Altimeter: Collins ALT-55B RMI: Dual Collins RMI-30A TCAS: Bendix/King TCAS-II w/change 7 L3 Skywatch HP Transponder: Dual Collins TDR-90 Weather Radar: Sperry Primus 650 (color) |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | RVSM, Automatic power reserve, thrust reversers, aft external baggage compartment |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 9 |
| Lavatory | Yes |
| Lavatory Configuration | Aft |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2012 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Doc 8 is currently being done along with 6 year inspection and expect to be completed by October 15. |
|---|
Auxiliary Power Unit
| APU | Yes |
|---|---|
| APU Time | 2,722 |
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | None |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna Citation Iii
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna Citation Iii (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $377,280 | $613,080 |
| Fixed | $598,424 | $598,424 |
| Variable | $899,680 | $1,461,980 |
| Total / hour | $7,491 | $6,340 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 2,000 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 425 kts · 489 mph |
| Seating | 2 crew + 8 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 5' 8" × 5' 6" × 18' 4" |
| Interior volume | 577 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 5600 ft / 3000 ft |
About this plane
The Cessna Citation III has a variable operating cost of $3,655 per hour. It provides a range of 1,800 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 431 knots (496 mph), with an average fuel burn of 262 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Citation III measures 5'8" high, 5'6" wide, and 18'4" long, offering 577 cubic feet of interior space. Designed to accommodate up to 8-9 passengers, the spacious and comfortable layout is ideal for both business and leisure travel. Requiring 5,600 feet for takeoff and 2,800 feet for landing, the Citation III is well-suited for medium-range missions while providing access to a wide range of airports. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Cessna Citation III's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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