2009 Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale

2009 Cessna Citation CJ3

Light Jet

FOR SALE
$5,495,000below typical asking range
Total Time 4,251 hrs
Seats 9
Reg # N525TK
Engine WILLIAMS FJ44-3A
Cruise 391 kts (724 km/h)
ICAO Type C25B
✓ Clean NTSB

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Avionics & Equipment

ADS-B Equipped: Yes Avionics/Radios: 3 Tube Collins Proline-21 Flight Deck Three Adaptive Flight Displays Dual Collins FMS-3000 – WAAS/LPV w/ Perf. Dual Collins GPS-4000S GPS Receivers Dual Collins VHF-4000 Comms Dual Collins NAV-4500 Nav’s Collins ADF-4000 ADF Dual Collins DME-4000 DME Dual Collins TDR-94D Mode S Transponders Collins TWR-850 Doppler Weather Radar w/ Turb. Collins APS-3000 Autopilot Collins TCAS-4000 w/ Change 7.0 ARTEX C406-N ELT with Nav Interface Honeywell Mk. V EGPWS (Class A TAWS) w/ RAAS and Windshear CVR L3Harris FA2100 Flight Data Recorder Collins HF-9013A HF w/SELCAL Collins ALT-4000 Radar Altimeter Dual Collins ADC-3000 DADC Dual Collins AHC-3000 AHRS Collins IFIS-5000 w/ FSU-5010 File Server Unit

Description

27532 W. Hwy 84McGregor, TX 76657All Specifications Subject to Verification Upon Inspection Availability Subject to Prior Lease, Sale, or Withdrawal From Market Without Notice Airframe Landings: 4,607Hours (as of 4/14/26) Engines Engine Program: Enrolled on William s TAP Blue Loc. Make Model Serial# TSN CSN L Williams Int l FJ44-3A FADEC 141595 4251 4607 R 141594 4251 4607 2,780 Lbs. of Thrust Each

Engine

Williams Int’l FJ44-3A FADEC TTSN: 4,251 / 4,251 TCSN: 4,607 / 4,607

Interior

Number of Seats: 8 Galley: Yes Galley Configuration: Forward Lavatory: Yes Lavatory Configuration: Aft Interior Notes: Eight passenger interior arranged with: forward side facing seat, center club, two forward facing chairs aft and a belted seat in the aft lav. Seats are finished in pleasant light gray leather with complimentary charcoal gray carpet along with a LVT center isle, and commentary ultra-leather headliner and ultra-suede. The woodwork is finished in a striking dark woodgrain, plating is satin nickel and the lower side panels are covered in matching ultra-leather. The forward right-hand galley features a pullout workspace, draining ice drawer, dry goods storage and MAPCO heated container. New flooring 8/2021 by Southstar Aircraft Interiors.

Exterior

Year Painted: 2021 Exterior Notes: Overall PPG Snow White with Sable Pearl, Medium Blue Pearl and Titanium Metallic stripes. New 8/2021 by Jim Miller Aircraft Painting.

Inspection

Reg#: N525TK (Owner to Retain) Airframe: Enrolled on Cessna’s CESCOM and PROPARTS

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

Price Comparison Listed on multiple marketplaces

Source Price Action
JetPro Texas
globalair.com
$5,495,000
Listing Source
aso.com
$5,495,000
JetPro Texas
aviapages.com
$5,495,000
JetPro Texas
aircraftdealer.com
$5,495,000
Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
$5,495,000
Listing Source
globalplanesearch.com
$5,495,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

Independent data from FAA, NTSB, and market analysis

About This Cessna Citation CJ3

This 2009 Cessna Citation CJ3 (N525TK) is a 9-seat light jet with 4,251 hours on the airframe. There are currently 68 Citation CJ3 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $4,750,000 to $5,595,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $5,495,000.

The Citation CJ3 cruises at 391 kts (724 km/h) with a range of 1,875 nm (3,472 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel. Service ceiling of 45,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 125 GPH (473 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $688/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $1,850/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $335,000. With 4,251 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 749 hours remaining to engine TBO .

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 4,251 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (5,000 hrs)
Compare prices across multiple sources — same aircraft, different marketplaces
Budget $1,875 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna Citation CJ3 — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
9
Cruise Speed
391 kts (724 km/h)
Max Speed
416 kts (770 km/h)
Range
1,875 nm (3,472 km)
Ceiling
45,000 ft (13,716 m)
Max Weight
13,870 lbs (6,291 kg)
Useful Load
3,230 lbs (1,465 kg)
Fuel Capacity
438 gal (1658 L)
Fuel Burn
125 GPH (473 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
5,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA Citation CJ3

Fuel Burn
125.0 GPH
~$812/hr
Variable Cost
$1,850/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$335,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$275,000
every 5,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA Citation CJ3. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N525TK.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Location not available

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 N525TK against the NTSB accident database.

Price vs Typical Asking Range

This asking price is below the typical asking range for this model, roughly $5,835,330–$6,550,590.

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

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