1997 CESSNA CITATION V ULTRA
Starts from the median asking price of 8 comparable Cessna CITATION V ULTRA listings ($1,985,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +0 vs comparable listings -0.8%
- Airframe time +2,716 hr vs comps -5.4%
- No ADS-B (50% of comps have one) -1.3%
- Market supply: 70 for sale of 596 FAA-registered -4.8%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna CITATION V ULTRA |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | 15,204 hrs |
| Engine time | 6,547.9 SNEW |
| Annual | March 2026 |
| Inspection | Phase |
Description
This aircraft is flown weekly and has a consistently excellent service history. Fresh phase 5 inspection - March 2026 All logs are complete, available, and fully digitized. Always hangared in a climate controlled environment. Seats 8 in Double-Club Configuration - 1997 Citation V Ultra - $2,150,000. - Phase 1-4 done 2/25 - Vmax - Call for details
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 V ULTRA lands versus other Cessna CITATION V ULTRA listings on fyiAero.
Price
88th pct$2.1M · 88th percentile of 8 listings
Airframe time
85th pct15,204 hours total (TTAF) · 85th percentile of 27 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
75th pct6,547 hours since new · 75th percentile of 24 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
75th pct6,592 hours since new · 75th percentile of 24 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 | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | CITATION V ULTRA |
| Condition | Used |
| Registration # | N4ZL |
Airframe
| Total Time | 15,204.9 |
|---|---|
| Total Landings | 16,222 |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Time | 6,547.9 SNEW |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Cycles | 6,204 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Time | 6,592.9 SNEW |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Cycles | 6,224 |
Interior
| Number of Seats | 8 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | Fresh phase 5 inspection - March 2026 |
|---|
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | Vector Aerospace Vmax |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna Citation V
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna Citation V (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $286,560 | $465,660 |
| Fixed | $482,020 | $482,020 |
| Variable | $643,960 | $1,046,435 |
| Total / hour | $5,630 | $4,703 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,600 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 370 kts · 426 mph |
| Seating | 2 crew + 7 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 9" × 4' 9" × 17' 3" |
| Interior volume | 402 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 3500 ft / 2500 ft |
About this plane
The Cessna Citation V has a variable operating cost of $2,930 per hour. It provides a range of 1,300 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 401 knots (461 mph), with an average fuel burn of 199 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Citation V measures 4'9" high, 4'9" wide, and 17'3" long, offering 402 cubic feet of interior space. Designed to accommodate up to 8–9 passengers, the spacious and functional layout is ideal for both business and leisure travel. Requiring 3,500 feet for takeoff and 2,500 feet for landing, the Citation V 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 V's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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