Specifications
Aircraft Details
- 3,835 total airframe hours and 3,890 cycles
- Dual Garmin GTN750Xi WAAS/LPV GPS/COM/NAV, Honeywell EFIS, dual pilot EFIS, Garmin GTX335/345 ADS-B transponders, Garmin GMA-35 audio panel, RDR 2000 color weather radar, Landmark Class B TAWS, KRA-405B radar altimeter, BFGoodrich SKY497 TCAS I, KN-63 DME, KA-44B ADF
- Upgraded Skystep Citation classic stairs, Shadin ADC-2000, JetTech aircraft interface unit, GC360A graphics interface, Artex 110-4 ELT, ski rack, tail logo lights, monorail sunvisor system, AOA and VOR indicator, cockpit USB outlets, crew oxygen masks with smoke goggles, 50 cu ft oxygen bottle
- Engines: 2 x FJ44-1A, each with 3,835 hours and 3,890 cycles, enrolled on TAP Advantage Blue (approx. $63 deferred to bring up to full)
- Airframe enrolled on Cessna ProParts
- Recent 2021 paint (white with red and gold accents by Jim Miller) and 2021 executive interior refurbishment (premium leather seating, deluxe refreshment center, B&D cabin display, indirect lighting, aft divider with mirror, foldable threshold carpet, aft left side lavatory)
- Maintained under FAR Part 91; RVSM certified
- Recent Document inspections completed in 2020
About this Model
Overview
The Cessna Citation 525 is the original CitationJet platform that established the CJ family as a practical light-jet option for time-sensitive regional travel. It emphasizes straightforward operations, moderate runway requirements, and a cabin sized for small groups, making it a common fit for owner-operators and charter missions built around frequent legs rather than maximum range.
Mission Fit
The 525 is typically used for day-trip patterns and multi-leg schedules where cruise speed and jet weather capability add value over turboprops, but the mission does not demand midsize-jet range or cabin volume. Payload and range trade against each other more quickly than on larger jets, so realistic passenger count, baggage, and fuel planning are central to mission suitability.
Cabin
Cabin comfort is optimized for small groups. Expect a compact, club-style seating layout with a center aisle, modest baggage capacity, and a cabin height/width that feels tighter than later CJ variants and larger light jets. For shorter legs it is functional and quiet enough for conversation, while longer flights can feel constrained for taller passengers and larger carry-ons.