1981 Cessna Citation II for sale

1981 Cessna Citation II

Light Jet

FOR SALE
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Location NC
Total Time 6,982 hrs
Seats 10
Serial # 550-0396
Reg # N550NB
Cruise 345 kts (639 km/h)
ICAO Type C550
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR

Garmin GNS 530 WAAS w/TAWS Sperry SPZ-500 IFCS Dual Collins DME-40 Bendix RDR-1100 Color Dual Collins VIR-30A Standby Gyro B&D CVR Dual Collins ADF-60 Dual VHF-20A COMMs Sperry AA-215 Radar Altimeter Dual Collins TDR-90 Dual Collins Audio Panels

Description

Maintenance Condition: Phase 1-5 c/w August 2025

Additional Equipment: RVSM Keith Freon A/C Thrust Reversers Anti-Skid Brakes Gross Weight Increase Mod Aft Baggage Mod Sierrra Quick Radome Release

Interior: Year (2021) This Citation 550 has a Modified Interior that has been Stretched and a 3 Place Couch has been added. The plane has an 11 place capability with Bonus Enclosed Forward Lavatory System. The Interior is Completed in Tan Leather, Tan Wool Carpeting 2018, Wood Laminate Cabinetry, Ultraleather Headliner, Dual Aft Writing Tables & Freon Air Conditioning.

Exterior: Year (2022) Matterhorn White over Red with Gold Striping.

Interior

Year (2021) This Citation 550 has a Modified Interior that has been Stretched and a 3 Place Couch has been added. The plane has an 11 place capability with Bonus Enclosed Forward Lavatory System. The Interior is Completed in Tan Leather, Tan Wool Carpeting 2018, Wood Laminate Cabinetry, Ultraleather Headliner, Dual Aft Writing Tables & Freon Air Conditioning.

Exterior

Year (2022) Matterhorn White over Red with Gold Striping.

Inspection

Phase 1-5 c/w August 2025

Modifications / STCs

RVSM Keith Freon A/C Thrust Reversers Anti-Skid Brakes Gross Weight Increase Mod Aft Baggage Mod Sierrra Quick Radome Release

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

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About This Cessna Citation II

This 1981 Cessna Citation II (N550NB) is a 10-seat light jet with 6,982 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.

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 6,982 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: 6,982 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

FAA registration data pending for N550NB.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

NC

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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.

We'll check N550NB against the NTSB accident database.

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