1979 Cessna Citation II
Light Jet
Aircraft Details
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IFRDescription
The Citation 1SP is the single-pilot version of the original, turbo-fan-powered business jet in, what has come to be, the successful Citation family. The original Citation, after many changes and developments, penetrated the market in 1977 due to its ability to operate out of short airfields and at modest speeds, all at a low cost.
Initial changes to the design of the Citation 1 included thrust reversers, a longer wingspan (47.1 ft.) and higher operating weights, and were conducted in the last stages of development to ensure maximum competition with other similar jets of its time. Two Pratt & Whitney of Canada JT15D-1/A/B turbofan engines were chosen for the Citation 1. With each rated at 2,200 lbs. of thrust, they provide a considerable amount of power to fly the small jet.
Highlights:
INTERIOR REFURB AND PAINT 2024
AFT BAGGAGE MOD
WEIGHT UPGRADES
Interior
No. Of Passengers: 1+8 Includes a 3 place aft bench. Additional seat currently removed (included in purchase) Grey leather seats with royal blue trimming Interior refurbished in 2024
Exterior
Overall white w/ midnight blue & gold accents New paint done in 2024
Modifications / STCs
• New leather seats
• Freon air conditioning
• Lead acid battery
• Rosen sun visors
• Thrust reversers
• Aft baggage mod
• Sierra Radome latch mod
• Weight upgrades
• Phase 5 completed in October 2024
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Absolute Aircraft Sales
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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa | Mar 25, 2026 | 117 days | Active |
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About This Cessna Citation II
This 1979 Cessna Citation II is a 10-seat light jet with 9,707 hours on the airframe. There are currently 65 Citation II aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $349,500 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 $200,000. With 9,707 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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Ownership & Registration
Registration number not available.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Seller reported 82 more aircraft in Gauteng →Title Status
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Safety Record
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