1981 Cessna Citation II
Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRAVIONICS 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 ADDITIONAL RVSM Keith Freon A/C Thrust Reversers Anti-Skid Brakes Gross Weight Increase Mod Aft Baggage Mod Sierrra Quick Radome Release
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.
Engine
ENGINES Pratt Whitney JT15D-4 (3,500 TBO) S/N: PCE-70386 3,199 SMOH 1,364 SHSI S/N: PCE-70958 3,213 SMOH 1,440 SHSI
Interior
INTERIOR (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 (2022) Matterhorn White over Red with Gold Striping.
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.
Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Listing Source
globalair.com
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$699,000
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NC | Apr 12, 2026 | 97 days | Active | |
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Omnijet
globalair.com
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$699,000
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MT | Jun 20, 2026 | 27 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
trade-a-plane.com
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Call for price
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Sarasota, FL | Apr 13, 2026 | 95 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
aso.com
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$699,000
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NC | Apr 13, 2026 | 95 days | Active | |
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International Aircraft Marketing and Sales
aircraftdealer.com
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$695,000
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Greenville, SC | Apr 14, 2026 | 94 days | Active | |
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Omni International Jet Trading
aircraftdealer.com
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$699,000
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Greenville, SC | Jun 20, 2026 | 27 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
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$699,000
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NC | Apr 14, 2026 | 94 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
|
$695,000
|
NC | Apr 14, 2026 | 94 days | Active | |
|
Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
|
$699,000
|
MD | Jun 20, 2026 | 27 days | Active | |
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Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
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$699,000
|
MD | Jun 21, 2026 | 26 days | Active | |
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David Goldberg
aviationtrader.com.au
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$760,883 *
AUD $1,085,705
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Smithfield, NC | Apr 04, 2026 | 104 days | Active | |
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David Goldberg
controlleremea.co.uk
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$767,438 *
GBP £568,020
|
Smithfield, NC | Apr 04, 2026 | 104 days | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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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 65 Citation II aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $349,500 to $2,649,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $699,000.
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 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.
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Cessna Citation II — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N550NB.
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 N550NB against the NTSB accident database.
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $641,250–$895,000.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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