2006 Cessna Citation Sovereign for sale

2006 Cessna Citation Sovereign

Midsize Jet

FOR SALE
$6,750,000
Location Columbus, OH
Total Time 7,289 hrs
Engine SMOH 6,636 hrs
Seats 12
Serial # 680-0105
Reg # N284J
Engine PRATT & WHITNEY PW300
Cruise 460 kts (852 km/h)
ICAO Type C680
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

Honeywell Primus Epic Integrated Avinoics Suite Four (4) Honeywell DU-1080 Displays Dual (2) Honeywell MRC-855 Dual (2) Honeywell MC-850 FMS/GPS(WAAS/LPV) Honeywell DF-855 ADF Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR): L3 Harris FA2100 Dual (2) Honeywell HF-1050 Honeywell RT-300 Radio Altimeter CSD-714 SelCal Dual (2) HF Receiver KRX-1053 Honeywell GP-400 Flight Guidance Controller Dual (2) XS-857A (ADS-B Out) Transponder L-3 Communications FA-2100 Dual (2) Honeywell DM-855 Honeywell IntuVue RDR-7000 Weather Radar Honeywell TCAS 2000 With 7.0 Traffic Avoidance Kannad 406AF ELT L-3 Communication GH-3000 Axxess II Iridium Satcom

Description

Engines Overhauled in 2023

Engines Enrolled in ESP Gold

APU Enrolled in AuxAdvantage

ProParts

Gogo Avance L5 Wi-Fi

Interior Refurbishment at Duncan Aviation in 2023

ALTO Bluetooth Audio

Interior

Interior Refurbishment at Duncan Aviation in 2023 LH Forward Storage and Coat Closet RH Foward Refreshment Center With Dual Hot Beverage Tanks, Catering and Glassware Storage, Ice Drawer, and Large Trash Drawer Eight (8) Pedestal Seats in Double-Club Configuration AFT Non-Belted Lavatory With Storage Closet Four (4) Sidewall Executive Tables Four (4) 110 VAC Outlets in Main Cabin and One (1) 110 VAC Outlet in Lavatory

Exterior

Base: Snow White Stripes: Seminole Red Pearl, Steel Blue Metallic

Inspection

NAME LAST COMPLETED / NEXT DUE: Inspection Doc 1: 01.23.2026 / 01.31.2027 Inspection Doc 2: 7,245.5 Hours / 8,045.5 Hours Inspection Doc 3: 05.28.2025 / 05.31.2027 Inspection Doc 4: 7,245.5 Hours / 8,845.5 Hours Inspection Doc 5: 06.04.2024 / 05.31.2027 Inspection Doc 6: 07.29.2022 / 06.30.2026 Inspection Doc 8: 6,181.4 Hours / 8,581.4 Hours Inspection Doc 12: 07.29.2022 / 06.30.2026 Inspection Doc 13: 10.10.2024 / 10.31.2030 Engine 1 Overhaul: 5,637.9 Hours / NA Engine 2 Overhaul: 5,932.3 Hours / NA

Modifications / STCs

Gogo Avance L5 Wi-Fi

ALTO Bluetooth Audio

Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
Joshua Rosenblatt - Senior Vice President, Aircraft Brokerage
avbuyer.com
$6,750,000
Listing Source
aso.com
$6,750,000
$6,950,000
Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
$6,750,000
QS Partners
controller.com
$6,750,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Cessna Citation Sovereign

This 2006 Cessna Citation Sovereign (N284J) is a 12-seat midsize jet with 7,289 hours on the airframe. There are currently 35 Citation Sovereign aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $6,750,000 to $7,600,000. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $6,750,000.

The Citation Sovereign cruises at 460 kts (852 km/h) with a range of 2,850 nm (5,278 km) — enough for transcontinental flights without refueling. Service ceiling of 47,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 210 GPH (795 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $1155/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $2,800/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $400,000. With 7,289 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,500 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: 7,289 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (3,500 hrs)
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
Budget $3,150 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna Citation Sovereign — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
12
Cruise Speed
460 kts (852 km/h)
Max Speed
466 kts (863 km/h)
Range
2,850 nm (5,278 km)
Ceiling
47,000 ft (14,326 m)
Max Weight
30,300 lbs (13,744 kg)
Useful Load
6,300 lbs (2,858 kg)
Fuel Capacity
851 gal (3221 L)
Fuel Burn
210 GPH (795 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
3,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA Citation Sovereign

Fuel Burn
210.0 GPH
~$1365/hr
Variable Cost
$2,800/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$400,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$400,000
every 3,500 hrs

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

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N284J.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Columbus, OH

Seller reported 256 more aircraft in Ohio →

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.

We'll check N284J against the NTSB accident database.

Price History

2 price events · sources: globalplanesearch.com, avbuyer.com

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