2003 Cessna Citation CJ1
Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
Engines Enrolled on TAP Elite 5 Passenger Configuration
Interior
Number of Passengers Five (5) Forward Cabin Configuration Forward Side Facing Seat Mid Cabin Configuration Four (4) Place Double Club Lavatory Location(s) Aft Lav Last Refurbished Date 2019
Exterior
Base Paint Color(s) White Stripe Color(s) Yellow and Blue Last Painted Date 2016
Inspection
Inspection Last Performed Next Due Document 10 (36 Month) July 2022 July 2025
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controller.com
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Raleigh, NC | Mar 25, 2026 | — | Active | |
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aviationtrader.com.au
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Raleigh, North Carolina, Australia | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active | |
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controlleremea.co.uk
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Raleigh, NC | Apr 04, 2026 | — | Active |
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About This Cessna Citation CJ1
This 2003 Cessna Citation CJ1 is a 6-seat light jet with 6,224 hours on the airframe. There are currently 90 Citation CJ1 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $595,000 to $2,100,000.
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 6,224 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.
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Cessna Citation CJ1 — Model Specs
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Ownership & Registration
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Location & Ownership
Title Status
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Safety Record
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