1983 Cessna Citation III for sale

1983 Cessna Citation III

Midsize Jet

FOR SALE
$1,100,000Fair Price
Location Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Mexico
Total Time 6,961 hrs
Engine SMOH 750 hrs
Seats 10
Serial # 6500019
Reg # N970GW
Engine Turbo-fan ×2
Cruise 431 kts (798 km/h)
ICAO Type C650
✓ FAA Valid ✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR
ADF: Dual Collins ADF-60A Autopilot: Dual Sperry SPZ-650 IFCS Communication Radios: Dual Collins VHF-22A CVR: Fairchild GA100 DME: Dual Collins DME-40 EFIS: Honeywell EDZ-650 2-tube Flight Director: Dual Sperry SPZ-650 IFCS FMS: Global GNS-XLS w/GPS Hi Frequency: Dual King KHF-950 HSI: Dual Honeywell ED-803 EHSI Navigation Radios: Dual Collins VIR-30A Radar Altimeter: Collins ALT-55B RMI: Dual Collins RMI-30A TCAS: Bendix/King TCAS-II w/change 7 L3 Skywatch HP Transponder: Dual Collins TDR-90 Weather Radar: Sperry Primus 650 (color)

Interior

Configuration/PAX: Executive/9 passengers Seating: Fireblocked light tan leather seating; redyed 05/2019, forward 2-place divan, six captain seats Headliner: Dark tan custom headliner Sidewalls: Dark tan custom upper sidepanels Carpet: Custom dark tan custom carpeting Refreshment: Forward refreshment center Cabinetry/Wood: High-gloss veneer cabinetry Entertainment: Airshow, large forward entertainment monitor Accessories: Light wood mahogany drink rails Lavatory: Fully-enclosed belted aft lav w/sink

Exterior

Matterhorn white w/brown & tan stripes

Inspection

Doc 8 is currently being done along with 6 year inspection and expect to be completed by October 15.

Modifications / STCs

RVSM, Automatic power reserve, thrust reversers, aft external baggage compartment

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

Price Comparison 1 active offer

Source Price Action
Listing Source
aso.com
$1,100,000
Maria Eckardt
avpay.aero
$1,100,000
Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
$1,100,000
Flight Source Int'l
controller.com
$1,100,000
Flight Source Int'l
controlleremea.co.uk
$1,122,542 *
GBP £833,207
Flight Source Int'l
aviationtrader.com.au
$1,134,235

* 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 III

This 1983 Cessna Citation III (N970GW) is a 10-seat midsize jet with 6,961 hours on the airframe. There are currently 10 Citation III aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $1,100,000 to $1,175,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $1,100,000.

The Citation III cruises at 431 kts (798 km/h) with a range of 2,054 nm (3,804 km) — enough for transcontinental flights without refueling. Service ceiling of 51,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 210 GPH (795 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $1155/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $2,800/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $350,000. With 6,961 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (4,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

FAA registration: Valid (LAGUERA CONSTRUCTION INC)
Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 6,961 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (4,000 hrs)
Budget $3,150 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna Citation III — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
10
Cruise Speed
431 kts (798 km/h)
Max Speed
470 kts (870 km/h)
Range
2,054 nm (3,804 km)
Ceiling
51,000 ft (15,545 m)
Max Weight
22,000 lbs (9,979 kg)
Fuel Burn
210 GPH (795 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
4,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA Citation III

Fuel Burn
210.0 GPH
~$1365/hr
Variable Cost
$2,800/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$350,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$350,000
every 4,000 hrs

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

Ownership & Registration

Registered Owner

LAGUERA CONSTRUCTION INC

Registration Address

WILMINGTON, DE

Certificate Issued

2019-11-14

Airworthiness

2008-05-21

FAA Status

Valid

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Mexico

MX

Seller reported 1 more aircraft in Chihuahua →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Location note: Listed in Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Mexico but FAA registration shows WILMINGTON, DE. Aircraft may have been relocated. Confirm current location with seller.

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for N970GW.

Price History

2 price events · sources: aso, aso.com

AeroGurus Market Estimate AME

$797,500
Range: $646,250 — $948,750
Confidence: 40%
vs. Market
+38%
Above Market

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