1985 Cessna Citation III
Midsize Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Low time and Cycles Airframe and Engine 8018.7 TT 5556 cycles fresh engines 1053.1 MPI/CZI 135 Ready all the right equipment 9 passenger seats Dual Gamin 750 s with Satellite weather Flight stream much more Would consider lease strong US Co.
Interior
Carpet replacement interior refurbished 2024
Exterior
2024 Exterior partial paint refurbished 2018 new
Inspection
All inclusive 100% current 91.411-413 3/26
Modifications / STCs
• 9 passenger seating
• Gross weight increase
• Satellite Weather
• Doppler Radar Garmin 75
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Carl Reynolds
controller.com
|
$1,175,000
|
Pittston, PA | Apr 02, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Carl Reynolds
controlleremea.co.uk
|
$1,199,079 *
GBP £890,017
|
Pittston, PA | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Carl Reynolds
aviationtrader.com.au
|
$1,211,569
|
Pittston, Pennsylvania, Australia | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active |
* Converted to USD at daily European Central Bank (ECB) exchange rates
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About This Cessna Citation III
This 1985 Cessna Citation III (N202JK) is a 10-seat midsize jet with 5,556 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 above the market average at $1,175,000.
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 5,556 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (4,000 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 III — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N202JK.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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