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1998 CESSNA CITATION EXCEL
Starts from the median asking price of 5 comparable Cessna CITATION EXCEL listings ($3,495,000), then adjusts for:
- Year -1 vs comparable listings -1.5%
- Airframe time -3,391 hr vs comps +6.8%
- Engine time -3,368 hr vs comps +13.5%
- ADS-B (40% of comps) +1.6%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna CITATION EXCEL |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | 4,377 hrs |
| Engine time | 4,329.2 |
| Avionics / flight deck | HONEYWELL PRIMUS 1000 |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | TAWS |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TCAS II |
| Avionics / Flight management (FMS) | Universal UNS |
| Avionics / ADF | ADF-850 |
| Avionics / DME | DME-850 |
| ADS-B | Yes |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
1998 CESSNA CITATION EXCEL ZP-ADE | Serial Number 560XL-5016 4,377 Total Hours | 2025 Paint | Honeywell Primus 1000 HIGHLIGHTS: - 4,377 Total Time Since New - 3,046 Total Landings - Honeywell Primus 1000 Integrated Flight Deck - Dual Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545A Engines - Paint Redone 2026 - ADS-B Out, WAAS/LPV - Fairchild A200S CVR - 9 Passenger, Double Club Seating - Flushing Aft Lavatory Offered by JET365, this Citation Excel, Serial Number 560XL-5016, presents a well-equipped mid-size cabin with 4,377 total hours and 3,046 landings since new. The Excel pairs mid-size cabin comfort with light jet operating costs and short field capability, powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545A engines. Engine 1 shows 4,329.2 hours and 2,967 landings, Engine 2 shows 4,377.2 hours and 3,046 landings. The aircraft cruises at 430 KTAS with an NBAA IFR range of 1,858 NM, a max operating altitude of 45,000 feet, and a takeoff field length of 3,560 feet at MTOW, giving access to shorter runways unavailable to larger cabin aircraft. The flight deck features the Honeywell Primus 1000 suite with Honeywell IFCS autopilot and flight director, dual Honeywell RCZ-833 radios, Universal UNS-1ESP FMS, dual Honeywell DME-850, Honeywell ADF-850, Honeywell Mark V TAWS, TPU-67A TCAS II, and a Fairchild A200S CVR. The aircraft is ADS-B Out and WAAS/LPV equipped. The cabin seats 9 in double club configuration, finished in taupe leather seating with burl walnut veneer, beige textured headliner, and gold plated hardware. A forward refreshment center with pull-out countertop supports longer legs, and the aircraft is fitted with a flushing aft lavatory. The Honeywell RE100 APU shows 1,361 total hours and 2,855 landings. Exterior paint is Matterhorn White with a three-tone stripe scheme and gold trim, redone in 2025. Maintenance tracked on CESCOM.
Avionics
Dual Honeywell RCZ-833 Radios, Universal UNS-1ESP FMS, Dual Honeywell DME-850, Honeywell ADF-850, Honeywell Mark V TAWS, TPU-67A TCAS II, Fairchild A200S CVR
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 EXCEL lands versus other Cessna CITATION EXCEL listings on fyiAero.
Price
median $3.5M of 5 comparable asking prices
Airframe time
12th pct4,377 hours total (TTAF) · 12th percentile of 16 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
42nd pct4,329 engine hours · 42nd percentile of 12 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
42nd pct4,377 engine hours · 42nd percentile of 12 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 | 1998 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | CITATION EXCEL |
| Serial Number | 560-5016 |
| Registration # | ZP-ADE |
| Condition | Used |
| Based at | SGAS |
Airframe
| Total Time | 4,377 |
|---|---|
| Total Landings | 3,046 |
| Maintenance Tracking | CESCOM |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PW545A |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | PCE-DB0035 |
| Engine 1 Time | 4,329.2 |
| Engine 1 Cycles | 2,967 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PW545A |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | PCE-DB0026 |
| Engine 2 Time | 4,377.2 |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | HONEYWELL PRIMUS 1000 |
|---|---|
| Autopilot Manufacturer/Model | HONEYWELL |
| ADS-B Equipped | Yes |
| WAAS | Yes |
| LPV | Yes |
| Avionics/Radios | Dual Honeywell RCZ-833 Radios, Universal UNS-1ESP FMS, Dual Honeywell DME-850, Honeywell ADF-850, Honeywell Mark V TAWS, TPU-67A TCAS II, Fairchild A200S CVR |
Interior
| Number of Seats | 9 |
|---|---|
| Galley | Yes |
| Galley Configuration | Forward |
| Lavatory | Yes |
| Lavatory Configuration | Aft |
Exterior
| Year Painted | 2025 |
|---|
Inspection Status
| Airworthy | Yes |
|---|
Auxiliary Power Unit
| APU | Yes |
|---|---|
| APU Time | 1,361 |
| APU Maintenance Program | None |
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | None |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna Citation Excel
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna Citation Excel (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $338,400 | $549,900 |
| Fixed | $606,328 | $606,328 |
| Variable | $734,800 | $1,194,050 |
| Total / hour | $6,706 | $5,540 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,900 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 392 kts · 451 mph |
| Seating | 2 crew + 8 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 5' 8" × 5' 6" × 18' 6" |
| Interior volume | 580 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 4000 ft / 3300 ft |
About this plane
The Cessna Citation Excel has a variable operating cost of $3,266 per hour. It provides a range of 1,500 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 437 knots (503 mph), with an average fuel burn of 237 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Citation Excel measures 5'8" high, 5'6" wide, and 18'6" long, offering 580 cubic feet of interior space. Designed for up to 9 passengers, the comfortable and spacious interior delivers a premium travel experience for business or leisure. Requiring 4,000 feet for takeoff and 3,300 feet for landing, the Citation Excel is ideal for accessing shorter runways while maintaining excellent cruise performance. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Cessna Citation Excel's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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