1985 Cessna Citation I
Very Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRAvionics: Jet Tech Panel Upgrade Dual Garmin G-700txi Touchscreen Displays Dual Garmin GTN-750xi Touchscreen WAAS/LPV GPS Com/Navs Garmin GMA-35C Audio Panel Garmin GTX-345R ADSB in and out Transponder #1 Garmin GTX-335R ADSB out Transponder #2 Garmin GDL-69A XM Weather Bendix RDS-86 Color Radar ERT-530A Radar Altimeter Sperry SPZ-500 Autopilot System Additional Equipment: Thrust Reversers Freon Air Conditioning Angle of Attack with Indexer Cabin Temperature Indicator Copilot Electric Trim Dual Mid Continent Digital Clocks with USB Ports Locking Fuel Caps Vertical Tail Logo Lighting 64 Cubic Foot Oxygen System Engine Sync Display Wingtip Recognition Lights Electric Standby Attitude Indicator
Description
LOW TIME 5945 TT Since New only 469/469 Since Hot Section Inspections, Garmin Jet Tech Panel Upgrades Dual G700txi, Dual GTN-750xi, Dual Garmin ADS-B Transponders, Radar, XM Weather, SPZ500 AP, Clean Cosmetics, Professionally Managed/Flown Hangared, Ready for delivery. Call Exclusive Listing Broker Scott MacDonald at Scott MacDonald Aircraft Sales, Inc. TOLL FREE.
Engine
Engine(s): Engine 1: PRATT WHITNEY JT15D-4B S/N PCE102097 469 Since Hot Section 2340 Since Overhaul 5873 Total Since New Engine 2: PRATT WHITNEY JT15D-4B S/N PCE102095 469 Since Hot Section 2400 Since Overhaul 5826 Since New Modifications/Conversions: Jet Tech Panel STC Sierra Cockpit Glareshield Modification Sierra Quick Release Radome Modification Sierra Pneu-Lift Nose Baggage Door Modification Gill Sealed Lead Acid Battery Upgrade
Propeller
Airframe: 5,945 Hours Total Time
Interior
Interior was Refurbished in 2019 by Stevens Aerospace Cabin Seats recovered in Chatham Garrett leather seating Mid-cabin club arrangement Two (2) aft forward-facing seats Aft Belted flushing lav seat with Privacy Divider Two (2) USB Power Ports in main cabin center club Tapis buff ultra leather headliner Redrock Slate Premier carpeting Forward left side deluxe refreshment with MAPCO High-gloss light burl wood cabinetry Chamois ultra leather accents curtains Bluetooth passenger flight display. Aft Lavatory Configuration
Exterior
Matterhorn White with Red and Blue Metallic Striping by Jim Miller Aircraft Painting 2015
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
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Scott MacDonald Aircraft Sales
trade-a-plane.com
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Price on request
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Stuart (), FL | Jun 09, 2026 | 47 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna Citation I
This 1985 Cessna Citation I (N727EF) is a 7-seat very light jet with 5,945 hours on the airframe. There are currently 34 Citation I aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $330,000 to $1,595,000.
The Citation I cruises at 350 kts (648 km/h) with a range of 1,500 nm (2,778 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 41,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 110 GPH (416 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $605/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $1,400/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $180,000. With 5,945 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 3 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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Cessna Citation I — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N727EF.
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
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Airworthiness Directives — Cessna Citation
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 3 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
The Cessna Aircraft Company Model 525 (CitationJet 1) Airplanes
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