1981 Cessna Citation II for sale

1981 Cessna Citation II

Light Jet

FOR SALE
$1,350,000Overpriced
Location Orlando, FL
Total Time 6,834 hrs
Seats 10
Cruise 345 kts (639 km/h)
ICAO Type C550
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
Avionics ADS-B Equipped WAAS LPV

Dual Garmin 600TXI's Dual Garmin 750's Upgraded 1 year old Garmin GWX 75 12” disc with extended power XM Weather and Audio Jet Tech STC'd

Modifications/Conversions Eagle II/Stallion

Description

This fantastic 501SP has it all. Eagle II/Stallion Sierra Mod by JetTech. FJ44-2A engines, 30% more fuel efficient, increased fuel & gross weight, aft luggage mod with ski tube and all Glass Garmin avionics. 6836.6 TT and 2804.4 on 5000 hr. engines (Fresh Hot Section at 2500 hrs). New starter generator right engine, New O2 bottle, freshly rebuilt EROS Pilot/Copilot masks (7K each), new tires, fresh Phase 1-5, new garmin digital radar, fully paid TAP Blue engine programs and more. Long wing mod to go straight to the 40's. 385 kts. cruise. Surface clg FL 430 Airframe Total Time 6836.6 Total Landings 5269 Range 1,500 NM (long range cruise) Max Takeoff Weight 12,500 lb Fuel Capacity 4,500 lb Maintenance Tracking: Traxall Other Inspection Status Fresh Phase 1-5 May 2024 Airworthy Yes

Inspection

Long wing mod to go straight to the 40's. 385 kts. cruise. Surface clg FL 430

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison 1 active offer

Source Price Action
Michael Seidman
controller.com
$1,350,000
Michael Seidman
aviationtrader.com.au
$1,404,752 *
AUD $1,958,225
Michael Seidman
controlleremea.co.uk
$1,376,867 *
GBP £1,022,572

* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Cessna Citation II

This 1981 Cessna Citation II is a 10-seat light jet with 6,834 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. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $1,350,000.

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 6,834 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: 6,834 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
$350,000/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

Registration number not available.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Orlando, FL

Seller reported 1080 more aircraft in FL →

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.

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$849,000
Range: $650,000 — $949,000
Confidence: 90%
vs. Market
+59%
Above Market

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