1978 Cessna Citation II
Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
• Brand New Garmin Suite
• RVSM Approved
• Fresh Phase 1-5 Inspection
• New Interior
• New Paint
• Freon Air-conditioning
• Power Brakes
• Anti-skid
• Single Pilot Certified
Engine
Pratt & Whitney JT15D-1A Engine overhaul interval: 3 500 Hrs Engine HSI interval: 1 800 Hrs Hours available to fly to overhaul: #1: 1 178 Hrs #2: 692 Hrs
Interior
(New) Seven (7) passenger seats, plus pilot. Forward toilet under seat opposite the entrance to the cabin.
Exterior
(New) White base with blue and gold striping.
Modifications / STCs
• Dual Garmin G600TXI PFD/MFD
• Garmin GMA 35c Bluetooth Audio Panel
• Dual Garmin GTN750Xi NAV/COM/GPS’s
• Garmin GTX345 ADS-B In & Out Transponder
• Garmin GTX335 ADS-B Out Transponder
• Garmin GWX75 12” Weather Radar
• Dual Garmin GI275 Stanby Indicators
• Garmin GTS825 Traffic System
• Garmin GFC600 Digital AutoPilot
• King KRA-405 Radar Altimeter
• King KN64-Digital DME
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Pierre Kieser
avbuyer.com
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Contact for price
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South Africa | Mar 16, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna Citation II
This 1978 Cessna Citation II (ZS-CWD) is a 10-seat light jet with 8,377 hours on the airframe. There are currently 75 Citation II aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $273,750 to $2,649,000.
The Citation II cruises at 345 kts (639 km/h) with a range of 1,600 nm (2,963 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 43,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 125 GPH (473 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $688/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $2,200/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $350,000. With 8,377 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (4,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Cessna Citation II — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registry covers US-registered aircraft (N-numbers).
This aircraft (ZS-CWD) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
South Africa
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Seller reportedTitle Status
No FAA title records
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Safety Record
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