Specifications
AI Description
- Model: CESSNA CITATION CJ3
- Condition: Used
- Total Time: 1,386 hours
- Configuration: 7/8 passengers (6 in main cabin, 1 in lavatory, 1 side-facing seat or large galley)
- Engines: (2) Williams FJ44-3A, 1,386 hours total time, 715 cycles
- Avionics: Collins ProLine 21 IFCS with 3 EFIS 8x10-inch displays, Collins APS-3000 autopilot, dual Collins 4000 communication and navigation systems, Collins TCAS-4000 TCAS-I, and weather radar
- Additional Equipment: In-flight phone (Iridium), belted lavatory, interchangeable side-facing seat or galley, sheepskin cockpit seat covers, Airstair cabin entry steps
- Exterior: White paint with classic blue, black, and gray stripes, in very good condition
- Interior: Beige leather seats, light brown carpet, beige side and upper panels, 110v outlets, Airshow/AvVisor, Aircell, in excellent condition
- Inspection Status: Fully inspected, maintenance up to date, DOC 22 completed in December 2025
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.