1989 CESSNA CITATION II
Starts from the median asking price of 25 comparable Cessna CITATION II listings ($825,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +8 vs comparable listings +12.0%
- Airframe time -904 hr vs comps +1.8%
- Engine time +170 hr vs comps -0.7%
- No Modern GPS navigator (60% of comps have one) -12.0%
- No Autopilot (52% of comps have one) -7.5%
- ADS-B (52% of comps) +1.2%
- 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.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna CITATION II |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | 8,362 hrs |
| Engine time | 2994 SMOH |
| Avionics / Autopilot | SPZ-500 |
| Avionics / Flight management (FMS) | UNS 1K |
| ADS-B | Yes |
Engines & propellers
Airframe
- Total time
- 8400 hrs
Decoded from the seller's description — verify against logbooks.
Description
Detailed Description New paint and interior in 2022. ADSB compliant WAAS/LPV! One of the last Citation II to leave the factory. Complete log books no known damage history. Sierra trax Maitenence tracking. New tail and left wing boots (2017) New right wing boots (2018) 8300 TT 8400 landings
Modifications
2013 HRS remaining on HT Blades
Avionics
UNS 1K GPS Garmin 335DR Transponders ADSB OUT Sperry SPZ-500 w/yaw dampener Honeywell EDZ-603 EPHIS Collins pro line II VHF-22
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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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
56th pct$875k · 56th percentile of 25 listings
Airframe time
39th pct8,362 hours total (TTAF) · 39th percentile of 36 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
55th pct2,994 hours since major overhaul · 55th percentile of 29 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
54th pct2,994 hours since major overhaul · 54th 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.
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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