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1987 CESSNA CITATION III
Starts from the median asking price of 10 comparable Cessna CITATION III listings ($1,200,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +3 vs comparable listings +4.5%
- Airframe time -1,106 hr vs comps +2.2%
- Engine time +364 hr vs comps -1.5%
- 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%
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 | 7,883 hrs |
| Engine time | 2,347 SMOH |
| Avionics / flight deck | ROCKWELL COLLINS PRO LINE II |
| Avionics / Transponder | GARMIN GTX 3000 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | SPZ-8000 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | Primus 870 |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | Mark VII |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TCAS II |
| Avionics / DME | DME-42 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
Description
Low Time - Beautiful New Paint & 9 Passenger Interior - Engines on MSP Gold - Honeywell WAAS/LPV - ADS-B Compliant - Aft Cowling Improvement - Lead Acid Batteries - DC Flap System
Avionics
Collins ProLine II 5x Collins EFIS Displays Honeywell SPZ-8000 IFCS 2x Honeywell NZ2000 w/Software NZ6.1/ WAAS/LPV 2x VHF-22C w/8.33 spacing 2 x Collins VIR-32A w/FM Immunity 2 x Collins ADF-62A 2 x Collins DME-42 Honeywell Primus 870 Honeywell TCAS II w/Change 7.0 Honeywell Mark VII 2 x Garmin GTX 3000 mode S. ADS-B Out 2 x Bendix King KHF-950 Artex 110-406 ELTFairchild A100
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 III lands versus other Cessna CITATION III listings on fyiAero.
Price
median $1.2M of 10 comparable asking prices
Airframe time
25th pct7,883 hours total (TTAF) · 25th percentile of 12 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
45th pct2,347 hours since major overhaul · 45th percentile of 11 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
45th pct2,347 hours since major overhaul · 45th 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 | 1987 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | CITATION III |
| Serial Number | 650-0139 |
| Registration # | N650AH |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 7,883 |
|---|---|
| Total Landings | 5,552 |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | HONEYWELL TFE731-3CR-100S |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Time | 2,347 SMOH |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | HONEYWELL TFE731-3CR-100S |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Time | 2,347 SMOH |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | ROCKWELL COLLINS PRO LINE II |
|---|---|
| Transponder 1 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX3000 |
| Transponder 2 Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN GTX3000 |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Collins ProLine II 5x Collins EFIS Displays Honeywell SPZ-8000 IFCS 2x Honeywell NZ2000 w/Software NZ6.1/ WAAS/LPV 2x VHF-22C w/8.33 spacing 2 x Collins VIR-32A w/FM Immunity 2 x Collins ADF-62A 2 x Collins DME-42 Honeywell Primus 870 Honeywell TCAS II w/Change 7.0 Honeywell Mark VII 2 x Garmin GTX 3000 mode S. ADS-B Out 2 x Bendix King KHF-950 Artex 110-406 ELTFairchild A100 |
Interior
| Year Interior | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 9 |
| Lavatory | Yes |
| Lavatory Configuration | Aft |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2026 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | DOC 8 C/W 06/2024 DOC 11 C/W 06/2025 |
|---|
Auxiliary Power Unit
| APU | Yes |
|---|---|
| APU Time | 2,601 |
| APU Maintenance Program | None |
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | MSP Gold |
|---|
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 N650AH
1987 CESSNA CITATION III
- Airframe
- 7,883 hrs
- Engine
- 2,347 hrs
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