1974 Cessna Citation I
Very Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRAvionics: Dual Garmin GNS 530 GPS/NAV/COM units Garmin 620 panel-mounted GPS (portable interface) Garmin transponder with ADS-B In / Out ADS-B Equipped FGS 70 Autopilot / Flight Director Sperry Primus 300SL Weather Radar XM Weather datalink capability Sigtronics SDB 800 intercom system Collins ALT-50 Altitude Alerter / Preselect Additional Equipment: RVSM Drag chute Glareshield modification Sierra radome modification Pneumatic lift nose baggage door modification Sierra pedals Freon air conditioning Angle of attack indicator Low fuel lights B.F. Goodrich wheels brakes
Description
Avionics / Equipment Avionics: Dual Garmin GNS 530 GPS/NAV/COM units Garmin 620 panel-mounted GPS (portable interface) Garmin transponder with ADS-B In / Out ADS-B Equipped FGS 70 Autopilot / Flight Director Sperry Primus 300SL Weather Radar XM Weather datalink capability Sigtronics SDB 800 intercom system Collins ALT-50 Altitude Alerter / Preselect Additional Equipment: RVSM Drag chute Glareshield modification Sierra radome modification Pneumatic lift nose baggage door modification Sierra pedals Freon air conditioning Angle of attack indicator Low fuel lights B.F. Goodrich wheels brakes
Engine
Engines: Pratt Whitney Canada JT15D-1A (3,500 TBO) Engine #1: S/N: 76386 3,334 SMOH 1,213 SHSI Engine #2: S/N: 76831 3,568 SMOH 1,690 SHSI
Interior
Executive 6-place cabin with forward refreshment center, forward side-facing seat, two aft-facing seats, and aft 3-place divan. Finished in light Townsend leather with veneer cabinetry, writing table, individual reading lights, fresh-air vents, and oxygen outlets, plus a hardwood forward divider and forward lavatory.
Exterior
Cessna Ribbon Design Paint Scheme-Snow White with Ming Blue, Medium Silver, and Velvet Black Trim-Very Attractive and in Nice Condition.
Inspection
Phase 1-4 c/w Oct 2024 Phase 5 c/w May 2024
Modifications / STCs
• RVSM
• Drag chute
• Glareshield modification
• Sierra radome modification
• Pneumatic lift nose baggage door modification
• Sierra pedals
• Freon air conditioning
• Angle of attack indicator
• Low fuel lights
• B.F. Goodrich wheels & brakes
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
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Broomfield, CO | Mar 25, 2026 | 123 days | Active |
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About This Cessna Citation I
This 1974 Cessna Citation I (N590RJ) is a 7-seat very light jet with 11,260 hours on the airframe. There are currently 34 Citation I aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $330,000 to $1,595,000.
The Citation I cruises at 350 kts (648 km/h) with a range of 1,500 nm (2,778 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 41,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 110 GPH (416 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $605/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $1,400/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $180,000. With 11,260 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 3 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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Cessna Citation I — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
HALLADAY ROY
Registration Address
ERIE, CO
Certificate Issued
2018-07-03
Airworthiness
2001-06-12
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB database checked for N590RJ.
Airworthiness Directives — Cessna Citation
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 3 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
The Cessna Aircraft Company Model 525 (CitationJet 1) Airplanes
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