2002 Cessna Citation Encore
Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
Nicest Encore available, turnkey inside & out! Only 4 U.S. owners since new & all corporate pedigree. No known damage history.
Engine
Engine extension program available to extend TBO from 5000 to 7500 hours
Interior
Cockpit, cabin, & baggage compartments complete refurbishment including: -all softgoods, top to bottom including carpet -cabin seats - upgraded style headrests, 2-tone leather, diamond stitching inserts -cockpit seats - new leather & sheepskin coverings -all new seatbelts & shoulder harnesses -most all seat mechanisms and hydrolocks replaced/repaired -replated all fixtures & handles -all new cabinetry forward slimline refreshment center; hot liquid, ice drawer, & storage RH and LH mid-cabin storage cabinets/drawers aft lav running water sink and cabinets -prizm LED reading & overhead light upgrade -nose and tail baggage compartments 8 passenger seats in double-club configuration; plus belted lav Single pilot capable, 11 total seats, so 10 possible passengers plus 1 pilot Cabin temperature indicator in cockpit 1 110V AC outlet in cockpit 3 110V AC outlets in cabin
Exterior
Stainless steel fastners Ceramic wax topcoat
Inspection
Maintained by FAR Part 145 Repair Station CAMPs maintenance tracking Phase 1-4 July 2025, next due July 2027 Phase 5 Aug 2023, next due Aug 2026 All new cockpit windshields, sides & front in 2023
Modifications / STCs
• Single point refueling
• Locking fuel caps with speed covers
• Pulselights
• Lead Acid battery
• Dual Rosen cockpit windshield visors
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
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About This Cessna Citation Encore
This 2002 Cessna Citation Encore (N70EC) is a 9-seat light jet with 4,100 hours on the airframe. There are currently 24 Citation Encore aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $2,395,000 to $3,795,000.
The Citation Encore cruises at 400 kts (741 km/h) with a range of 1,900 nm (3,519 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 45,000 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 145 GPH (549 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $798/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $2,000/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $300,000. With 4,100 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 Encore — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N70EC.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
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Safety Record
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