1980 Cessna Citation I
Very Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
Citation 501 I/SP in immaculate condition. Current owner has owned for 30 years. A true pride of ownership airplane! 4,998 TT ' Fresh Phase Compliance ' Engines Near HSI, but priced accordingly. Single Pilot Certified. Typical Seating: 5-7 passengers. Crew: Single pilot certified. Cabin Height: ~4 ft 9 in/Cabin Width: ~4 ft 10 in/Cabin Length: ~11 ft - See Attached Cescom Status Sheet in the PDF download tab of this posting. Excellent finance options are available on this Unique and well maintained Citation I/SP. Rates as in the 6%s and extended terms (oac). Lease-to-own options may be available, depending upon situation. We assist with financing even if you are buying elsewhere. "Plane Talk Live" is our Podcast series on aviation buying, selling & Financing. Visit us on Spotify search "Plane Talk Live" or on your favorite Podcasting Platform (iHeart, Apple, Amazon Music). Professionally maintained 1980 Citation 501 I/SP with complete CESCOM tracking and current inspection status. Potential Engine Swap for Mid-Time JT-15s (contact for information). Excellent financing available 20 year - in the 6%s (oac). We are aviation finance and insurance specialists (Lic# 4165879). Trades of most all types are welcome - for more information, visit our website. ✈ OPERATING PERFORMANCE Cruise Speed: ~380 KTAS Max Cruise: ~410 KTAS (high altitude) Range: ~1,200 NM (NBAA IFR reserves, 4 pax typical) Service Ceiling: 41,000 ft Rate of Climb: ~3,000 fpm initial Takeoff Distance: ~3,300 ft (sea level, ISA) Landing Distance: ~2,600 ft ⛽ OPERATING ECONOMICS Fuel Burn: • ~1,200-1,300 lbs/hr combined (first hour) • ~900-1,000 lbs/hr combined (cruise average) Engines: Pratt & Whitney JT15D series Fuel Capacity: ~5,000 lbs usable (specifications are general and may not be applicable to this particular airplane - do your own research to verify specifications and performance figures) This aircraft presents an excellent value opportunity for an owner-operator seeking a well-maintained 500-series platform with solid compliance history. For additional information call or email Stan. We welcome trade-ins of most any type and are spot cash buyers for Turbine, Turbo-Prop and Cabin Class aircraft. Call or visit for a cash quote or current market overview and valuation on our website or call/text Stan. All specifications, times, and equipment descriptions are subject to verification by purchaser. Information is provided from maintenance records and other sources believed reliable; however, no representation or warranty is made as to accuracy or completeness. Aircraft is offered subject to prior sale, lease, or removal from the market without notice.
Engine
Pratt & Whitney JT15D
Interior
🧳 CABIN Typical Seating: 5-7 passengers Crew: Single pilot certified Cabin Height: ~4 ft 9 in Cabin Width: ~4 ft 10 in Cabin Length: ~11 ft Remarkably nice paint and leather interior. Additional images are available on request.
Exterior
Remarkably nice paint.
Inspection
No major Phase events immediately pending Fire bottle cartridges replaced Feb 2026 Recent hydrostatic tests completed Good calendar compliance profile.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Jets West
trade-a-plane.com
|
$469,500
|
Fort Worth, TX | Mar 20, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Jets West
controller.com
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$399,950
$469,500
|
Fort Worth, TX | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Jets West
controlleremea.co.uk
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$405,404 *
GBP £302,947
|
Fort Worth, TX | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Jets West
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$413,177
|
Fort Worth, Texas, Australia | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Cessna Citation I
This 1980 Cessna Citation I (N551MS) is a 7-seat very light jet with 4,998 hours on the airframe. There are currently 22 Citation I aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $330,000 to $1,326,985. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $399,950.
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.
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
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N551MS.
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
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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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