2008 Cessna Citation CJ2+ for sale

2008 Cessna Citation CJ2+

Light Jet

FOR SALE
$4,500,000above typical asking range
Location CT
Total Time 5,250 hrs
Seats 8
Serial # 525A-0421
Reg # N379R
Engine WILLIAMS FJ44-3A-24 ×2
Cruise 407 kts (754 km/h)
ICAO Type C25A
✓ FAA Valid ✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

GARMIN 500 COLLINS PROLINE 21

Description

N379R 525A-0421 SPEC SHEET FEB 2025 RVSM COLLINS PROLINE 21 FLIGHT DECK 3 TUBES W/JEPPESEN ELECTRONIC CHARTS SINGLE COLLINS ADF SINGLE COLLINS FMS3000 DUAL COLLINS VHF4000 W/8.33 SPACING GPS-500 GARMIN AS FMS 2 HF9000 PROVISIONS W/SELCAL& ANTENNA INSTALLED FA2100 COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER DUAL TDR94D TRANSPONDERS W/ADSB OUT MARK 8 EGPWS TAWS COLLINS DME COLLINS GPS 4000 COLLINS RTA-800 WEATHER RADAR BFG SKYWATCH/L3 TCAS 1 DISPLAYED ALL 3 TUBES & GARMIN 500 AVIONICS GROUND POWER SWITCH/DISPATCH VOICE ANNUNCIATOR PULSELITE 2401 SYSTEM TAIL LOGO LIGHTS CONCORD GELLED LED ACID BATTERY FLIGHT DECK PEDISTAL GUARD RAIL QUICK RELEASE PINS SEATS 3 & 4 FULLY BERTHABLE SEATS 5 & 6 ADVISOR PLUS CABIN DISPLAY/MAP ST3100 IRIDIUM AIRCELL PHONE-COCKPIT & CABIN HANDSETS 110 VAC OUTLETS CABIN & COCKPIT AIRSTAIR DOOR AFT DIVIDER W/MIRROR ROSEN SUN VISORS AIRTEXT URIDIUM TEXTING & WEATHER XM BROADCAST WEATHER MFD DISPLAYED ARTEX 406-N ELT FMC & MDC CARD BATTERIES REPLACED LATE 2024 8 YEAR BATTERIES IN PLACE WATERS & WATERS PLUS NAV APPROVALS IF REMAINS AT RELIANT ON CHARTER IN PLACE MELS FAA APPROVED IF REMAINED AT RELIANT ON CHARTER NEW CUSTOM PAINT NOV 22 ELLIOT MOLINE WILLIAMS TAP ELITE BLUE FULLY FUNDED COLLINS CASP ENROLLED EXPTES 2/25/2026

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

Price Comparison

Source Price Action
Wayne Toher
avpay.aero
$4,500,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Cessna Citation CJ2+

This 2008 Cessna Citation CJ2+ (N379R) is a 8-seat light jet with 5,250 hours on the airframe. There are currently 25 Citation CJ2+ aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $3,250,000 to $4,500,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $4,500,000.

The Citation CJ2+ cruises at 407 kts (754 km/h) with a range of 1,480 nm (2,741 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 45,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 140 GPH (530 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $770/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $1,700/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $240,000. With 5,250 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (3,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

FAA registration status: Valid. NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

FAA registration: Valid (CARELLI AVIATION LLC)
Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 5,250 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (3,500 hrs)
Budget $2,100 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna Citation CJ2+ — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
8
Cruise Speed
407 kts (754 km/h)
Max Speed
418 kts (774 km/h)
Range
1,480 nm (2,741 km)
Ceiling
45,000 ft (13,716 m)
Max Weight
12,500 lbs (5,670 kg)
Useful Load
3,700 lbs (1,678 kg)
Fuel Capacity
378 gal (1431 L)
Fuel Burn
140 GPH (530 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
3,500 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA Citation CJ2+

Fuel Burn
140.0 GPH
~$910/hr
Variable Cost
$1,700/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$240,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$250,000
every 3,500 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA Citation CJ2+. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registered Owner

CARELLI AVIATION LLC

Registration Address

TAMPA, FL

Certificate Issued

2025-08-06

Airworthiness

2008-09-21

FAA Status

Valid

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, updated Mar 15, 2026

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

CT

Seller reported 85 more aircraft in Connecticut →

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Location note: Listed in CT but FAA registration shows TAMPA, FL. Aircraft may have been relocated. Confirm current location with seller.

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

No incidents found

NTSB database checked for N379R.

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is above the typical asking range for this model, roughly $3,647,500–$3,924,385.

Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.

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