2018 CESSNA CITATION CJ4
Starts from the median asking price of 4 comparable Cessna Citation CJ4 listings ($6,450,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +5 vs comparable listings +7.5%
- Airframe time -1,668 hr vs comps +3.3%
- ADS-B (75% of comps) +0.7%
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Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna Citation CJ4 |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | 904 hrs |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | Mark VIII, TAWS |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TCAS II |
Description
AIRCRAFT HIGHLIGHTS: • Low Total Time • Three U.S. Owners Since New • Engines Enrolled on TAP BLUE • Airframe Enrolled on ProParts and ProTech • Windshield Bulletin Completed • No Damage • Enrolled on CAMP • Cessna/ Textron SAT Maintained The aircraft has been certified for Part 135 operations
Modifications
• ATG 4000 Gogo Biz (Contiguous United States Only) • HF 9000 (Provisions Only)
Avionics
Pro Line 21 Integrated Avionics Suite • Dual Collins VHF-4000 Collins Communication Transceivers, Dual NAV and Single DME • Cockpit Voice Recorder • Dual Collins Mode S Diversity Transponder with Enhanced Surveillance and ADS-B Out • Collins Multi Scan RTA-4112 Weather Radar • Collins TSS-4100 (TCAS II) • Collins IFIS 5000 • Honeywell Mark VIII Class A TAWS • Artex C406N 3-frequency ELT • XM Satellite Weather (requires subscription) • Electronic Charts (requires subscription)
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.
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How this aircraft compares
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Airframe time
10th pct904 hours total (TTAF) · 10th percentile of 10 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 | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CESSNA |
| Model | CITATION CJ4 |
| Condition | Used |
Airframe
| Total Time | 904.1 |
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Avionics
| Avionics/Radios | Pro Line 21 Integrated Avionics Suite • Dual Collins VHF-4000 Collins Communication Transceivers, Dual NAV and Single DME • Cockpit Voice Recorder • Dual Collins Mode S Diversity Transponder with Enhanced Surveillance and ADS-B Out • Collins Multi Scan RTA-4112 Weather Radar • Collins TSS-4100 (TCAS II) • Collins IFIS 5000 • Honeywell Mark VIII Class A TAWS • Artex C406N 3-frequency ELT • XM Satellite Weather (requires subscription) • Electronic Charts (requires subscription) |
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Additional Equipment
| Additional Equipment | • ATG 4000 Gogo Biz (Contiguous United States Only) • HF 9000 (Provisions Only) |
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Inspection Status
| Inspection Status | • CAMP Report is available upon request |
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Engine Program
| Engine Maintenance Program | TAP Blue |
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Operating costs & specifications — Cessna Citation Cj4
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna Citation Cj4 (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $295,200 | $479,700 |
| Fixed | $533,012 | $533,012 |
| Variable | $586,400 | $952,900 |
| Total / hour | $5,597 | $4,572 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,900 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 405 kts · 466 mph |
| Seating | 2 crew + 7 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 4' 9" × 4' 9" × 17' 3" |
| Interior volume | 397 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 3300 ft / 2700 ft |
About this plane
The Cessna Citation CJ4 has a variable operating cost of $2,543 per hour. It features a range of 1,700 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 430 knots (495 mph), with an average fuel burn of 198 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Citation CJ4 measures 4'9" high, 4'9" wide, and 17'3" long, providing 397 cubic feet of interior space. Designed for efficiency and comfort, it accommodates up to 8-9 passengers. Equipped with Collins Pro Line 21 avionics, the CJ4 offers advanced flight capabilities while requiring just 3,300 feet for takeoff and 2,700 feet for landing making it ideal for short-field operations with exceptional performance. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Cessna Citation CJ4's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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