1981 Cessna Citation I
Very Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
AVIONICS Garmin GPS-500W / GPS-165 Garmin GMX 200 MFD Garmin GTX 345 Transponder with ADS-B In Out Garmin GDL 69A XM Weather Music Garmin GWX 68 Radar Bendix/King KGP-560 TAWS / GPWS Collins ALT-55 Radar Altimeter Collins TDR-90 #2 Transponder King KDM-706 DMEs VNAV with Alert Capture Standby Horizon Artex 406 ELT RVSM ADDITIONAL Thrust Reversers Zephyr Freon Air Conditioning WAAS ADS-B In Out Recognition / Anti-Collision Wing-Tip Lights Devore Tail Flood Lights 12V Power Outlets Refreshment Center Aft Potty 8.5-Inch Pedestal Extension Rosen Sun Visors Sierra Radome Mod Sierra Nose / Baggage Door Pneumatic Assist Mods Locking Fuel Caps Dual Davtron Clocks
Description
NEW TO MARKET – Low-time Citation I/SP with great engine time remaining, recent hot sections, thrust reversers, Freon air conditioning, and RVSM. Contact Andres Monroy at International Aircraft Marketing Sales for more information.
Engine
ENGINES S/N: PCE77351 5,879 TTSNEW 2,390 SMOH 478 SHSI S/N: PCE77317 5,548 TTSNEW 2,279 SMOH 478 SHSI
Propeller
AIRFRAME 5,879.25 Total Time 5,034 Landings
Interior
INTERIOR (2001) Executive eight-passenger configuration with cream leather seating and light butterscotch accents. Cabin features include an extended barrel chair, forward refreshment center, and aft potty. EXTERIOR (2001) Overall white with dark blue and gold trim.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
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alley, TX | Jun 17, 2026 | 30 days | Active | |
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Greenville, SC | Jun 24, 2026 | 23 days | Active | |
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TX | Jun 20, 2026 | 27 days | Active | |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna Citation I
This 1981 Cessna Citation I (N70NB) is a 7-seat very light jet with 5,879 hours on the airframe. There are currently 36 Citation I aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $330,000 to $1,318,705.
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 5,879 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
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
FAA registration data pending for N70NB.
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 safety data coming soon.
We'll check N70NB against the NTSB accident database.
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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