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2018 CESSNA CITATION XLS+
Starts from the median asking price of 53 comparable Cessna Jet listings ($6,500,000), then adjusts for:
- Year +3 vs comparable listings +4.5%
- Airframe time -1,169 hr vs comps +2.3%
- Engine time -906 hr vs comps +3.6%
- No ADS-B (60% of comps have one) -1.6%
- Market supply: 15 for sale of 136 FAA-registered -4.2%
Shown as a range. An estimate from asking-price comparables and FAA supply data — not an appraisal.
Overview
| Make / Model | Cessna CITATION XLS+ |
|---|---|
| Type | Jet |
| Airframe time | 862 hrs |
| Engine time | 862 SNEW |
| Avionics / Transponder | King TDR-94D |
| Avionics / Terrain / EGPWS | EGPWS |
| Avionics / Traffic (TCAS / TAS) | TCAS- |
| Avionics / Flight management (FMS) | FMS 3000 |
Engines & propellers
Airframe
- Time since new
- 862.2 hrs
- Time since new
- 862.2 hrs
Decoded from the seller's description — verify against logbooks.
Description
Detailed Description 2018 Cessna Citation XLS+, Very Low Hours for Vintage, Includes completed Textron pre-purchase inspection including FOD, Fully enrolled on PowerAdvantage+, ProParts and ProTech. Bullet Points: Very Low Hours for Vintage Includes completed Textron pre-purchase inspection including FOD Fully enrolled on PowerAdvantage+, ProParts and ProTech ALL SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION UPON INSPECTION. Airframe: Airframe Total Time: 862.2 Hours Serial Number: 560 6256 Registration Number: N535MA APU Make & Model: Honeywell RE100(XL) APU Total Time: 675 Hours
Modifications
Engine(s): Engine Make & Model: Pratt & Whitney PW545C Engine 1 SN: PCE-DF0519 Engine 1 TSN: 862.2 Hours Engine 2 SN: PCE-DF0518 Engine 2 TSN: 862.2 Hours Fully enrolled on PowerAdvantage+, ProParts and ProTech
Avionics
Avionics: Collins ProLine 21 Avionics Suite w/ IFIS Dual Collins NAV 4000 Dual Collins FMS 3000 Collins ALT 4000 Radio Altimeter Collins TCAS-4000 TCAS II Dual Collins TDR-94D Transponder Dual DME-4000 Collins TWR 850 Turbulence Doppler Weather Radar Artex C406-N Three-Frequency ELT MKV-A EGPWS CVR/FDR HR SafeFlight AOA Additional Features: 2-place Divan, 9-passenger configuration including belted lav Flight Phone Rosenview w/ Airshow
Recommended avionics upgrades
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 XLS+ lands versus other Cessna CITATION XLS+ listings on fyiAero.
Airframe time
23rd pct862 hours total (TTAF) · 23rd percentile of 13 listings
Engine time (Engine 1)
20th pct862 hours since new · 20th percentile of 10 listings
Engine time (Engine 2)
20th pct862 hours since new · 20th 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.
Operating costs & specifications — Cessna Citation Xls
Typical model-level figures for the Cessna Citation Xls (not this specific airframe).
Annual cost breakdown
| Low use | High use | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours / year | 200 | 325 |
| Fuel | $326,880 | $531,180 |
| Fixed | $619,344 | $619,344 |
| Variable | $729,280 | $1,185,080 |
| Total / hour | $6,743 | $5,552 |
Performance & dimensions
| Range | 1,900 nm |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 400 kts · 460 mph |
| Seating | 2 crew + 8 passengers |
| Cabin H × W × L | 5' 8" × 5' 6" × 18' 6" |
| Interior volume | 580 ft³ |
| Takeoff / landing | 3900 ft / 3200 ft |
About this plane
The Cessna Citation XLS has a variable operating cost of $3,110 per hour. It provides a range of 1,500 nautical miles and cruises at a normal speed of 430 knots (495 mph), with an average fuel burn of 227 gallons per hour. The cabin of the Citation XLS measures 5'8" high, 5'6" wide, and 18'6" long, offering 580 cubic feet of interior space. Designed to accommodate up to 9 passengers, the luxurious and ergonomic layout is ideal for both business and leisure travel. Requiring 3,900 feet for takeoff and 3,200 feet for landing, the Citation XLS is capable of operating from smaller airports while maintaining excellent cruise performance. Get a Personalized Demo See AviaCost in action with a tailored walkthrough of Cessna Citation XLS's full ownership model — including trip costs, depreciation, and branded PDF reports.
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