1996 Cessna Citation V Ultra for sale

1996 Cessna Citation V Ultra

Light Jet

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Location CA
Total Time 4,371 hrs
Seats 8
Serial # 560-0376
Reg # N554TS
Engine PRATT & WHITNEY JT15D-5D
Cruise 430 kts (796 km/h)
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

IFR

FMS: Garmin 750/650 upgrade by JETTECH EFIS: Honeywell Primus 1000 3-tube PFD/MFD. Flight Director: Honeywell Primus 1000 IFCS Autopilot: Honeywell Primus 1000 IFCS Radar Altimeter: Collins ALT-55 CVR: Fairchild A200S Hi Frequency: King KHF-950 provisions (Head and antenna only) TAWS: King KGP-860 EGPWS TCAS: Bendix TCAS-II w/change 7 Transponder: Dual Bendix/King MST-67A Mode S Weather Radar: Honeywell Primus 650 color USB Power: 2 cockpit USB ports

Description

Garmin 750/650 by JETTECH, LLC. 2023JETTECH, LLC. glareshield upgrade with completely new panel and layout, 2023 Safe Flight/JETTECH N1/VREF performance computerEROS (Safran Aerosystems) quick-donning oxygen masks (pilot & co-pilot)1-point refueling plus, locking fuel caps w/ flush mounted fuel cap coversFactory cockpit seat track extensionsMedeco locks: 5 total, cabin door, baggage doors & 1-point fuel door Tail logo lights Pulse lights for added safety Cockpit center pedestal railing

Engine

Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5D TT: 4,371 Cycles: 3,879 TSHSI: 871 Performed Hot Section In lieu of Overhaul (1750-hour interval, 879 hours remaining)

Interior

Configuration/PAX: 6 exec passenger seats plus belted side facing seat and lavatory seat. Seating: Mid-Cabin 4-place club, Aft Cabin 2 forward-facing seats, Individual seats track, swivel, and recline Air Conditioning: Freon ground and in-flight cooling General: Light beige leather interior Carpet: Toffee colored carpeting Refreshment: Refreshment center w/coffee & water dispensers Cabinetry/Wood: High-gloss walnut veneer cabinetry, dual mid-cabin tables, dual aft individual tables Accessories: Gold-plated accessories, aft privacy door, lavatory with full vanity plus sink with hot & cold running water, dual 115-volt AC electrical outlets. 4 cabin USB ports Lavatory: Aft lavatory with flushing potty, sink, with hot & cold running water

Exterior

Snow white w/cranberry & tan accent stripes. Very good condition.

Inspection

Phase 1 - 4 inspections c/w September 2025 by Coastal Aircraft, Santa Barbara, Phase 5 inspection scheduled for June 2026. Current on CESCOM/CAMP LUMP (Low Utilization Maintenance Program)

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About This Cessna Citation V Ultra

This 1996 Cessna Citation V Ultra (N554TS) is a 8-seat light jet with 4,371 hours on the airframe. There are currently 41 Citation V Ultra aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $447,500 to $2,280,000.

The Citation V Ultra cruises at 430 kts (796 km/h) with a range of 1,960 nm (3,630 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 45,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 155 GPH (587 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $852/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $1,900/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $280,000. With 4,371 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.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 4,371 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (4,000 hrs)
Budget $2,325 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna Citation V Ultra — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
8
Cruise Speed
430 kts (796 km/h)
Max Speed
445 kts (824 km/h)
Range
1,960 nm (3,630 km)
Ceiling
45,000 ft (13,716 m)
Max Weight
16,300 lbs (7,394 kg)
Useful Load
4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)
Fuel Capacity
487 gal (1843 L)
Fuel Burn
155 GPH (587 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
4,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA Citation V Ultra

Fuel Burn
155.0 GPH
~$1008/hr
Variable Cost
$1,900/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$280,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$280,000
every 4,000 hrs

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

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N554TS.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

CA

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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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