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1998 Cessna Citation VII
Starts from the median asking price of 4 comparable Cessna CITATION VII listings ($1,635,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +2 vs comparable listings +3.0%
- No Autopilot (50% of comps have one) -7.2%
- No ADS-B (50% of comps have one) -1.3%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna CITATION VII |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | — |
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.
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Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
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Operating costs & specifications — Cessna Citation VII
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna Citation VII (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $393,120 | $638,820 |
| Fixed | $467,150 | $467,150 |
| Variable | $905,720 | $1,471,795 |
| Total / hour | $6,864 | $5,966 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,800 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 423 kts · 487 mph |
| Seating | 2 crew + 8 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 5' 8" × 5' 6" × 18' 4" |
| Interior volume | 577 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 5100 ft / 3100 ft |
About this plane
The Cessna Citation VII has a variable operating cost of $3,784 per hour. It provides a range of 1,700 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 452 knots (520 mph), with an average fuel burn of 273 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Citation VII measures 5'8" high, 5'6" wide, and 18'4" long, offering 577 cubic feet of interior space. Designed to accommodate up to 9 passengers, the luxurious and spacious layout is ideal for both business and leisure travel. Requiring 5,100 feet for takeoff and 3,100 feet for landing, the Citation VII is well-suited for medium-range missions while maintaining excellent cruise speeds. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Cessna Citation VII's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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