1985 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 -785 hr vs comps +1.6%
- Engine time -1,092 hr vs comps +4.4%
- Garmin GTN 750 (10% of comps) +7.7%
- No Autopilot (60% of comps have one) -8.6%
- ADS-B (70% of comps) +0.8%
- Market supply: 23 for sale of 202 FAA-registered -4.5%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna CITATION III |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | 8,204 hrs |
| Engine time | 891 SMOH |
| Avionics / flight deck | COLLINS |
| Avionics / GPS | Garmin GTN 750 |
| Avionics / Transponder | GARMIN GTX 3000 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | SPZ-600 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | GWX-75 |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | Mark VII |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TCAS-II |
| Avionics / DME | DME-42 |
| Avionics / Datalink weather | GDL-69 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Engines & propellers
Airframe
- Total time
- 5556 hrs
Decoded from the seller's description — verify against logbooks.
Description
Low time and Cycles Airframe and Engine 8018.7 TT 5556 cycles fresh engines 1053.1 MPI/CZI 135 Ready all the right equipment 9 passenger seats Dual Gamin 750 s with Satellite weather Flight stream much more Would consider lease strong US Co. CALL WITH OFFER'S
Modifications
Gross weight increase Lead acid batteries 9 passenger seating Gross weight increase Satellite Weather Doppler Radar Garmin 75
Avionics
Collins Pro Line II Collins 4-tube Garmin Dual GTN750 Garmin Dual GTN750 Honeywell SPZ-600 IFCS Garmin Dual GTN750 Fairchild A100 Dual Collins DME-42 Honeywell SPZ-600 IFCS Garmin Dual GTN750 Collins ALT-55B Honeywell Mark VII Bendix/ King TCAS-II Dual Garmin GTX-3000 Garmin GWX-75 w/ Doppler Garmin GDL-69
Recommended avionics upgrades
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 III lands versus other Cessna CITATION III listings on fyiAero.
Price
50th pct$1.1M · 50th percentile of 10 listings
Airframe time
33rd pct8,204 hours total (TTAF) · 33rd percentile of 12 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
27th pct891 hours since major overhaul · 27th percentile of 11 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
18th pct891 hours since major overhaul · 18th percentile of 11 listings
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General
| Year | 1985 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | CITATION III |
| Serial Number | 650-0100 |
| Registration # | N202JK |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 8,204.4 |
|---|---|
| Total Landings | 5,556 |
| Range | 1,850 NM |
| Max Ramp Weight | 23,200 lb |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 23,000 lb |
| Max Landing Weight | 21,000 lb |
| Fuel Capacity Mass | 7,200 lb |
| Maintenance Tracking | SierraTrax |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | HONEYWELL TFE731-3C-100S |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 891 SMOH |
| Engine 1 TBO | 4200 |
| Engine 1 Cycles | 5,471 |
| Hot Section Time 1 | 1,054.6 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | HONEYWELL TFE731-3C-100S |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 891 SMOH |
| Engine 2 TBO | 4200 |
| Engine 2 Cycles | 5,449 |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | COLLINS |
|---|---|
| Primary Flight Display 1 Manufacturer/Model | ROCKWELL COLLINS |
| Primary Flight Display 2 Manufacturer/Model | ROCKWELL COLLINS |
| Multi-Function Display 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTN 750 |
| Multi-Function Display 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTN 750 |
| GPS 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTN 750 |
| GPS 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTN 750 |
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX3000 |
| Transponder 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX3000 |
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | ROCKWELL COLLINS |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| RNP | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Collins Pro Line II Collins 4-tube Garmin Dual GTN750 Garmin Dual GTN750 Honeywell SPZ-600 IFCS Garmin Dual GTN750 Fairchild A100 Dual Collins DME-42 Honeywell SPZ-600 IFCS Garmin Dual GTN750 Collins ALT-55B Honeywell Mark VII Bendix/ King TCAS-II Dual Garmin GTX-3000 Garmin GWX-75 w/ Doppler Garmin GDL-69 |
Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | 9 passenger seating Gross weight increase Satellite Weather Doppler Radar Garmin 75 |
|---|
Modifications/Conversions
| Modifications/Conversions | Gross weight increase Lead acid batteries |
|---|
Interior
| Year Interior | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 9 |
| Galley Configuration | Forward |
| Lavatory Configuration | Aft |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2024 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | All inclusive 100% current 91.411-413 3/26 |
|---|---|
| Airworthy | Yes |
Auxiliary Power Unit
| APU | Yes |
|---|---|
| APU Time | 2,580.4 |
| APU Maintenance Program | Other |
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | Other |
|---|
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.
Previous listing for N202JK
1985 CESSNA CITATION III
- Then asking
- $1.1M
- Airframe
- 8,174 hrs
- Engine
- 1,210 hrs
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