1986 Cessna Citation III
Midsize Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedDescription
Engines on MSPVERYON Maintenance TrackingADS-B IN/OUT
Engine
Honeywell TFE731-3CR-100S TTSN: 8,017.2 / 7,882.2 Cycles: 6,282 / 6,190
Interior
2010 Interior Number of Seats: 9 Lavatory Configuration: Aft Configuration/PAX: Executive/9 Passengers Seating: Forward 2-place divan, 6 Captain seats Refreshment: Forward Refreshment Center Cabinets/Wood: High-Gloss Veneer Cabinets Accessory: 4 Executive Tables Lavatory: Fully Enclosed belted aft lav w/sink
Exterior
2010 Paint
Inspection
Maintenance Tracking: VERYON Fresh Doc 8 and 11 All inspections current and up to date
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About This Cessna Citation III
This 1986 Cessna Citation III is a 10-seat midsize jet with 8,205 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.
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 8,205 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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Ownership & Registration
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Location & Ownership
Title Status
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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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