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CESSNA CITATION CJ3+(2022)

Specifications

Year2022
Serial Number525B-0680
RegistrationN509WC
Total Hours599
LocationUNITED STATES
RegionNORTH AMERICA

Broker

Textron Aviation, Inc.

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ADAM RUSSELL

Aircraft Details

  • Airframe Total Hours: 599
  • Total Cycles: 439
  • Warranty Coverage:
  • Airframe: until 12/20/2027 or 5000 hours
  • Garmin: until 12/20/2027 or 5000 hours
  • Engine Program Coverage: TAP Advantage Blue
  • Engine Model: FJ44-3A
  • Engine 1:
  • Hours Since New: 599
  • Cycles Since New: 439
  • TBO: 5000 hours
  • Engine 2:
  • Hours Since New: 599
  • Cycles Since New: 439
  • TBO: 5000 hours
  • Avionics Suite: Garmin G3000
  • Standard Avionics Equipment:
  • Dual VHF Comm and Dual Nav
  • Dual Mode S Diversity Transponders with ADS-B Out
  • ADS-B In Capability
  • Collins DME 4000
  • Garmin GWX Weather Radar
  • Garmin Dual G3000 FMS with WAAS/LPV
  • Artex C406-N ELT
  • Garmin GTS 8000 (TCAS II)
  • TAWS Class B
  • Electronic Charts
  • Interior Features:
  • Six pedestal seats
  • Right-hand slimline refreshment center
  • 115 VAC outlets and USB charging ports
  • Executive tables
  • LH aft belted flushing toilet
  • Exterior Color: Snow white with platinum pearl, black pearl, and radiant red pearl stripes.
  • Interior Color Scheme: Toffee with quarter figured mahogany high gloss wood veneer cabinetry.

About this Model

Overview

The Citation CJ3 sits in the light-jet segment as a step-up from entry-level light jets, focusing on predictable day-to-day dispatch, access to a broad set of runways, and a cabin sized for typical 4–6 passenger business trips. It is commonly used for regional and multi-stop schedules where turn time, straightforward avionics, and manageable operating complexity matter as much as cruise capability.

Mission Fit

A CJ3 is most at home on short-to-midrange stage lengths, including out-and-back days and multi-stop itineraries. It can support longer legs depending on payload, winds, and reserves, but the most consistent use case is efficient regional coverage rather than routine transcontinental flying at higher passenger counts.

Cabin

The CJ3 cabin is arranged around a center aisle with opposing club seating in the main cabin and an enclosed aft lavatory. The cabin height and width are typical for the light-jet class, with a step-down or slight floor contouring depending on interior generation and refurbishment. Noise levels, ride comfort, and environmental control are generally aligned with modern light jets; perceived comfort depends heavily on interior condition, seat design, and maintenance of seals and environmental systems.