1998 CESSNA CITATION JET
Starts from the median asking price of 10 comparable Cessna CITATION JET listings ($1,297,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +2 vs comparable listings +3.0%
- Airframe time -288 hr vs comps +0.6%
- Engine time +1,807 hr vs comps -7.2%
- No Modern GPS navigator (60% of comps have one) -12.0%
- Autopilot (50% of comps) +7.2%
- No ADS-B (80% of comps have one) -2.1%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna CITATION JET |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | 5,548 hrs |
| Engine time | 5,548.5 SNEW |
| Avionics / Nav / com radio | Bendix KX-165 |
| Avionics / Autopilot | SPZ-5000 |
| Avionics / Weather radar | RDR-2000 |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | TAWS |
| Avionics / ADF | KR-87 |
| Avionics / DME | KN-63 |
| Avionics / Radar altimeter | KRA-405 |
Description
Highlights: TAP Blue Engine Program No Accident or Incident History Maintenance Inspections Completed Always Hangared Preference will be given to Brazilian buyers, as the aircraft is primarily intended for sale within Brazil.
Avionics
Honeywell SPZ-5000 Integrated Avionics System Honeywell SPZ-5000 Autopilot / Flight Director Honeywell Two-Tube EFIS Dual Bendix/King KX-165 NAV/COMM Radios Dual Bendix/King KN-63 DME Units Bendix/King KR-87 ADF Bendix/King KT-70 Transponders Bendix RDR-2000 Weather Radar King KRA-405 Radio Altimeter Collins/Bendix Audio Panel Artex Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) Garmin 400W GPS Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS)
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 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.
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How this aircraft compares
Where this Cessna CITATION JET lands versus other Cessna CITATION JET listings on fyiAero.
Price
median $1.3M of 10 comparable asking prices
Airframe time
55th pct5,548 hours total (TTAF) · 55th percentile of 22 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
61st pct5,548 hours since new · 61st percentile of 18 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
65th pct5,548 hours since new · 65th percentile of 17 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 JET |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 5,548.5 |
|---|
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Time | 5,548.5 SNEW |
|---|
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Time | 5,548.5 SNEW |
|---|
Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Honeywell SPZ-5000 Integrated Avionics System Honeywell SPZ-5000 Autopilot / Flight Director Honeywell Two-Tube EFIS Dual Bendix/King KX-165 NAV/COMM Radios Dual Bendix/King KN-63 DME Units Bendix/King KR-87 ADF Bendix/King KT-70 Transponders Bendix RDR-2000 Weather Radar King KRA-405 Radio Altimeter Collins/Bendix Audio Panel Artex Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) Garmin 400W GPS Terrain Awareness and Warning System (TAWS) |
|---|
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | TAP Blue |
|---|
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna Citation Jet 525
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna Citation Jet 525 (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $182,880 | $297,180 |
| Fixed | $359,132 | $359,132 |
| Variable | $440,480 | $715,780 |
| Total / hour | $3,998 | $3,307 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,100 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 330 kts · 380 mph |
| Seating | 2 crew + 5 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 9" × 4' 9" × 11' 0" |
| Interior volume | 255 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 4000 ft / 2900 ft |
About this plane
The Cessna Citation Jet 525 has a variable operating cost of $1,960 per hour. It provides a range of 725 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 368 knots (423 mph), with an average fuel burn of 127 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Citation Jet 525 measures 4'9" high, 4'9" wide, and 11'0" long, offering 255 cubic feet of interior space. Designed to accommodate up to 5 passengers, the comfortable and efficient layout makes it an excellent option for regional travel. Requiring 4,000 feet for takeoff and 2,900 feet for landing, the Citation Jet 525 is ideal for short-runway operations while delivering strong overall performance. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Cessna Citation Jet 525's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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