1986 Cessna Citation III
Midsize Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRCollins Pro Line 21 Avionics Suite ADF: Dual Collins ADF-60A Autopilot: Honeywell SPZ-650 IFCS Communication Radios: Dual Collins VHF-22A CVR: B&D DME: Dual Collins DME-42 EFIS: Honeywell EDZ-600 4-tube Flight Director: Honeywell SPZ-650 IFCS FMS: Universal UNS-1C+ GPS: Yes Hi Frequency: King KHF-950 Navigation Radios: Dual Collins VIR-32 Radar Altimeter: Honeywell RT-300 SATCOM: Iridium TAWS: Sandel ST-3400 Class B TCAS: Honeywell TPU-66A TCAS-I Transponder: Dual Garmin GTX-345 Mode S Weather Radar: Honeywell Primus 800
Description
Maintenance Condition: Damage History: No FAR Part 91 No Airframe Maintenance Program Airframe Tracking Program: CAMP Certification: RVSM
Other Equipment: ADS-B Out, ADS-B In, Bendix/King MFD-850, Moving Map Display, Data NAV III, Digital Fuel Totalizer, Dual Honeywell AZ-810, Artex 406 ELT Single/Solid Piece Entry step Mod
Interior: Rating: 8 Configuration/PAX: Executive/9 Passengers General: Interior is in very Good Condition Seating: Light Tan Leather Seating, Forward 2-place Divan, Mid-Cabin 4-place Club Refreshment: Forward Galley Cabinetry/Wood: Mahogany Laminate Cabinetry Entertainment: Airshow 400 in-flight Passenger Information System, Four - Removable Drink Rail Video Displays Accessories: AC Outlets, Solid Window Panels w/Manual Slide Shades Lavatory: Deluxe Belted Flushing Aft Lav w/Wash Basin
Exterior: Rating: 8 Colors: Matterhorn White w/Black & Red Accent Stripes General: Exterior is in Very Good Condition
Interior
Rating: 8 Configuration/PAX: Executive/9 Passengers General: Interior is in very Good Condition Seating: Light Tan Leather Seating, Forward 2-place Divan, Mid-Cabin 4-place Club Refreshment: Forward Galley Cabinetry/Wood: Mahogany Laminate Cabinetry Entertainment: Airshow 400 in-flight Passenger Information System, Four - Removable Drink Rail Video Displays Accessories: AC Outlets, Solid Window Panels w/Manual Slide Shades Lavatory: Deluxe Belted Flushing Aft Lav w/Wash Basin
Exterior
Rating: 8 Colors: Matterhorn White w/Black & Red Accent Stripes General: Exterior is in Very Good Condition
Inspection
Damage History: No FAR Part 91 No Airframe Maintenance Program Airframe Tracking Program: CAMP Certification: RVSM
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Barnett Investment Group
trade-a-plane.com
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$850,000
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Texarkana, AR | Mar 20, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Listing Source
aso.com
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$: Inquire
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AR | Mar 14, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
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Barnett Investment Group
aircraftdealer.com
|
Call for price
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Greenville, SC | Mar 15, 2026 | 1 days | Active | |
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Collins Pro Line
globalplanesearch.com
|
Call for Price
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Sylacauga, AR | Mar 17, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
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$850,000
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AR | Mar 17, 2026 | — | Active | |
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Barnett Investment Group
aircraftforsale.com
|
$330,000
|
71854, AR | May 02, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna Citation III
This 1986 Cessna Citation III (N777CJ) is a 10-seat midsize jet with 8,989 hours on the airframe. There are currently 11 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 8,989 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 1 incident for this airframe.
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Cessna Citation III — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
Registered Owner
HARVEST INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES INC
Registration Address
TEXARKANA, AR
Certificate Issued
2020-01-03
Airworthiness
1995-10-21
FAA Status
Valid
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026
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
A partial failure of the rudder control lock fairlead which jammed the rudder cable during takeoff.
Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database, checked Mar 18, 2026