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2000 CESSNA CITATION EXCEL
Starts from the median asking price of 4 comparable Cessna CITATION EXCEL listings ($2,845,000), then adjusts for:
- Airframe time +4,628 hr vs comps -9.3%
- Engine time +4,546 hr vs comps -18.2%
- Market supply: 24 for sale of 581 FAA-registered +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 | 12,396 hrs |
| Engine time | 11,781 |
| Avionics / flight deck | GARMIN G5000 |
| Avionics / Primary flight display | GARMIN G500 |
| Airworthy | Yes |
Description
Garmin G5000-equipped Excel with Gogo AVANCE L3 Wi-Fi, currently operated on a Part 135 certificate. Engines are enrolled on Textron PowerAdvantage. New paint in 12/2025 (Matterhorn White with Dark Blue and Titanium Metallic stripes) and new interior in 7/2024, with 9 passenger seats in Moon Stone diamond-stitched leather. Photos are representative of the aircraft’s paint and interior. The aircraft shown has the same colors and materials as N855JS.
Modifications
GOGO AVANCE L3
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 EXCEL lands versus other Cessna CITATION EXCEL listings on fyiAero.
Airframe time
76th pct12,396 hours total (TTAF) · 76th percentile of 17 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
75th pct11,781 engine hours · 75th percentile of 12 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
75th pct12,754 engine hours · 75th 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 | 2000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | CITATION EXCEL |
| Serial Number | 560-5064 |
| Registration # | N855JS |
| Condition | Used |
| FlightRules | IFR |
| Based at | KISO |
Airframe
| Total Time | 12,396 |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tracking | FLightDocs |
Engine 1
| Engine 1 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PW545A |
|---|---|
| Engine 1 Serial Number | PCE-DB0132 |
| Engine 1 Time | 11,781 |
| Engine 1 Cycles | 9,130 |
Engine 2
| Engine 2 Make/Model | PRATT & WHITNEY PW545A |
|---|---|
| Engine 2 Serial Number | PCE-DB0376 |
| Engine 2 Time | 12,754 |
| Engine 2 Cycles | 9,568 |
Avionics
| Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model | GARMIN G5000 |
|---|
Additional Equipment
| Wifi | Yes |
|---|---|
| Additional Equipment | GOGO AVANCE L3 |
Interior
| Year Interior | 2024 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 6,443 |
| APU Maintenance Program | MSP |
Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | PowerAdvantage |
|---|
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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Last flight
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