1980 Cessna Citation II for sale

1980 Cessna Citation II

Light Jet

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Location Lynchburg, Virginia
Total Time 13,753 hrs
Engine SMOH 2,816 hrs
Seats 10
Serial # 550-0202
Reg # N704DA
Engine PRATT & WHITNEY JT15D-4B
Cruise 345 kts (639 km/h)
ICAO Type C550
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently ⚠ High time

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
Additonal Avionics Include: Standby Attitude/PFD Readout MD302 by Midcontinent

Description

The Citation II has earned its reputation as one of the most respected light business jets ever produced, combining dependable performance, exceptional operating economics, and timeless styling. N704DA enhances that legacy with a thoughtfully upgraded Garmin-equipped flight deck and a refined executive cabin, making it an outstanding choice for owner-operators, corporate flight departments, or Part 135 charter operations. Cruising at approximately 430 MPH, carrying up to nine passengers, and offering a 1,400-mile nonstop range, N704DA delivers a compelling blend of capability, comfort, and value while maintaining the dispatch reliability that has made the Citation II an industry benchmark. Contact for price, more info, pictures, and access to aircraft maintenance logs

Interior

Carpet Replaced in Summer of 2025, Seat Leather/Other soft surfaces fall of 2023.

Inspection

Aircraft is on a part 135 certificate and is maintained as such. Will be sold with all applicable inspections and squawks completed and fully airworthy. Aircraft is still actively flying so hours will continue to increase as it is being marketed for sale.

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About This Cessna Citation II

This 1980 Cessna Citation II (N704DA) is a 10-seat light jet with 13,753 hours on the airframe. There are currently 57 Citation II aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $395,000 to $2,495,000.

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 13,753 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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 13,753 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (4,500 hrs)
Budget $1,875 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna Citation II — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
10
Cruise Speed
345 kts (639 km/h)
Max Speed
375 kts (694 km/h)
Range
1,600 nm (2,963 km)
Ceiling
43,000 ft (13,106 m)
Max Weight
13,300 lbs (6,033 kg)
Useful Load
4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)
Fuel Capacity
470 gal (1779 L)
Fuel Burn
125 GPH (473 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
4,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA Citation II

Fuel Burn
125.0 GPH
~$812/hr
Variable Cost
$2,200/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$200,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$350,000
every 4,500 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA Citation II. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N704DA.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Lynchburg, Virginia

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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 safety data coming soon.

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