1996 Cessna Citation CJ1
Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
Featuring a 2023-refurbished executive interior and exterior, dual Garmin GTN-750 WAAS/LPV avionics suite with ADS-B Out, engines enrolled on Williams TAP Blue, and EASA Part 145 maintenance — turnkey European-based light jet ready for charter or private operations.
Interior
6-passenger executive configuration • Four-place club with side-facing seat • Luxury black leather seating with diamond stitching • Gloss piano black cabinetry • Executive tables with gray leather inserts • Gray wool carpeting • Belted aft lavatory
Exterior
Light Grey base Darker Grey engine nacelles Clean, modern European charter presentation
Inspection
Maintained to EASA Part 145 standards • Engine Program: Williams TAP Blue • Maintenance Tracking: CAMP • ADS-B Capable • 8.33 kHz Compliant • Doc 10 Due October 2027 Certifications: RVSM P-RNAV
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
John Norris
avbuyer.com
|
Please call
|
— | Mar 16, 2026 | — | Active | |
|
Av8Jet
controller.com
|
$1,795,000
|
Christchurch, England, United Kingdom | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Cessna Citation CJ1
This 1996 Cessna Citation CJ1 (g-sovr) is a 6-seat light jet with 3,818 hours on the airframe. There are currently 72 Citation CJ1 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $595,000 to $2,395,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $1,795,000.
The Citation CJ1 cruises at 359 kts (665 km/h) with a range of 1,150 nm (2,130 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 $1,800/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $280,000. With 3,818 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 1,182 hours remaining to engine TBO .
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Cessna Citation CJ1 — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
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This aircraft (g-sovr) is registered outside the US.
Location & Ownership
Aircraft Location
Christchurch, England, United Kingdom
GB
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Safety Record
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