1997 Cessna CitationJet
Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
Description
Do you want a low-cost solution to your travel needs? Consider this Do-It-Yourself opportunity. The aircraft is mechanically airworthy but out of inspections. You may easily obtain a ferry permit to send it to your favorite shop or leave at Skyway MRO to finish up the updating. It has been flown through a hail storm, so Skyway MRO repaired it by replacing the Radome, Wing Leading Edges, Engine Inlets, Horizontal Leading Edges, and various antennae and lighting lenses. Williams inspected the engines and they blessed them with no damage nor limitations.
Engine
Engines are not on an Engine Maintenance Program. They are past the 3500-hour TBO. However, they may be placed on SkyWay MRO's FAA Approved FLEX program, which changes the TBO to 5,000 hours and the Hot Section interval to 2,500 hours. The FLEX cost is less than $25,000 for both engines and no hourly fee. This will give you 1,247 hours to fly before overhauls are due.
Interior
Two crew, plus 5 passenger seating with a belted lav and in very nice condition.
Exterior
Paint is in "fair-to-good" condition with touch up done recently after the hail repair.
Modifications / STCs
• JET Standby Gyro
• Shadin Air Data Computer
• Safe Flight 2” AOA Indicator
• Artex C406-2 ELT
• Battery Temperature Gauge
• Rosen Monorail Sunvisor System
• Eros Crew Oxygen Masks
• Davtron 811B Clock
• Tailcone Carpeted Baggage
• Anti-Skid Brakes
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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Avacquire
controller.com
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$875,000
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San Antonio, Texas | Jul 26, 2026 | 1 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna CitationJet
This 1997 Cessna CitationJet (N28QA) is a 6-seat light jet with 6,894 hours on the airframe. There are currently 7 CitationJet aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $875,000 to $1,650,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $875,000.
The CitationJet 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 6,894 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (5,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 1 airworthiness directive applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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Cessna CitationJet — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N28QA.
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
NTSB safety data coming soon.
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Airworthiness Directives — Cessna CitationJet
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 1 recent AD found for this aircraft type.
The Cessna Aircraft Company Model 525 (CitationJet 1) Airplanes
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