Cessna Citation CJ2 Aircraft in Canada

Canadian-registered aircraft (C- prefix) operate under Transport Canada certification standards similar to FAA but with specific differences in maintenance, equipment, and operations. Canadian aircraft frequently transact cross-border to US buyers; import process requires FAA airworthiness re-certification and possible equipment changes.

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The Cessna Citation CJ2 is a light business jet produced from 2003 to 2013, offering a step up in range and cabin size from the CJ1. Seating up to 8, the CJ2 cruises at 389 knots with a range of 1,520 nautical miles, powered by twin Williams FJ44-2C engines. Single-pilot certification and Collins Pro Line 21 avionics make it accessible for owner-operators.

The Citation CJ2 appeals to business pilots and small corporations seeking light jet capability with Cessna reliability and service support. It occupies a sweet spot in the Citation Jet family between the smaller CJ1 and the longer-range CJ3.

Cessna Citation CJ2 aircraft for sale

1 used Cessna Citation CJ2 aircraft for sale in Canada · 8-seat · updated 20 hours ago

Cessna Citation CJ2 Specifications

Model spec

The Cessna Citation CJ2 is a 8-seat light jet with a cruise speed of 350–420 kt (648–778 km/h), a range of 1,090–2,165 nm (2,019–4,010 km), and a useful load of 2,500–4,700 lbs (1,134–2,132 kg).

Performance
Cruise350–420 kt (648–778 km/h)
Max Speed380–451 kt (704–835 km/h)
Range1,090–2,165 nm (2,019–4,010 km)
Service Ceiling41,000–45,000 ft (12,497–13,716 m)
Engine & Fuel
EngineWILLIAMS FJ44-2C
Fuel Capacity318.0–581.0 gal (1,204–2,199 L)
Fuel Burn105.0–165.0 GPH (397–625 L/h)
TBO3,500–5,000 hrs
ICAO TypeC25A
Weights & Seats
Seats6–10
Max Gross Weight10,600–17,110 lbs (4,808–7,761 kg)
Useful Load2,500–4,700 lbs (1,134–2,132 kg)
Production2000–2006

Cessna Citation CJ2 for Sale

2002 Cessna Citation CJ2

2002 Cessna Citation CJ2 for sale
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Total Time 4,485
Reg# N21RA US
Location Collingwood, ON, Canada
Via Lee Thomas
Multiple sources
Listed 2mo ago

Cessna Citation CJ2 Variants

Variant Years Seats Cruise Range Useful load Price range Best for Listings for sale
Citation CJ 1993–2000 6 350 kts (648 km/h) 1,090 nm (2,019 km) 2,600 lbs (1,179 kg) — Choose the CitationJet / CJ1 for the most affordable entry into CJ ownership. Step up to the CJ2 / CJ2+ or CJ3 / CJ3+ for more cabin, range and speed — the CJ3+ is a popular sweet spot still in production. The CJ4 is the largest and fastest of the line, with the most cabin and range. All are single-pilot capable. 295
Citation CJ1 1993–2010 6 359 kts (665 km/h) 1,150 nm (2,130 km) 2,850 lbs (1,293 kg) $595K – $2.4M An entry single-pilot light jet of the CitationJet family — the affordable step up from a turboprop into Citation jet ownership. 17
Citation CJ1+ 1993–2010 6 377 kts (698 km/h) 1,285 nm (2,380 km) 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) — The most refined entry single-pilot CitationJet — FADEC engines make it the pick of the smallest CJ models on the used market. 3
Citation CJ3 2004–2014 9 391 kts (724 km/h) 1,875 nm (3,472 km) 3,230 lbs (1,465 kg) $4.8M – $5.6M The current-production mid-range single-pilot CitationJet — a Garmin-equipped light jet for owner-operators wanting modern avionics and 2,000-mile range. 5
Citation CJ2+ 2006–2013 8 407 kts (754 km/h) 1,480 nm (2,741 km) 3,700 lbs (1,678 kg) $3.2M – $4.1M A modernised mid-range single-pilot CitationJet — FADEC engines and updated avionics make it the pick of the CJ2 line on the used market. 7
Citation CJ4 2010–now 10 420 kts (778 km/h) 2,165 nm (4,010 km) 4,700 lbs (2,132 kg) $6.2M – $13.9M The largest, fastest single-pilot CitationJet — the top of the CJ family for owner-operators who want the most cabin and range while flying single-pilot. 9
Citation M2 2013–now 7 404 kts (748 km/h) 1,300 nm (2,408 km) 3,100 lbs (1,406 kg) — The entry of the modern CitationJet line — a single-pilot light jet, the most affordable current-production way into Citation jet ownership. 2
Citation CJ3+ 2014–now 8 416 kts (770 km/h) 2,040 nm (3,778 km) 3,360 lbs (1,524 kg) — The current-production mid-range single-pilot CitationJet — a Garmin-equipped light jet for owner-operators wanting modern avionics and 2,000-mile range. 3
Citation M2 GEN2 2022–now 7 404 kts (748 km/h) 1,550 nm (2,871 km) 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) — The newest entry CitationJet — a current-production single-pilot light jet, the most affordable new way into Citation jet ownership. 3

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Cessna Citation CJ2 Price & Cost

Cessna Citation CJ2 Price Guide

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

Cessna Citation CJ2 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (130.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$80,600/yr
Annual Fixed (hangar, insurance, annual)$230,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$1,600/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 3,500 hrs)$250,000
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

On a light CitationJet the cost that dwarfs purchase price is the engine maintenance program — whether the Williams FJ44 engines are enrolled on an hourly program, and whether it transfers with the aircraft, swings ownership economics more than the asking figure. Single-pilot certification can save crew cost, but budget engine time, phase inspections, avionics currency and recurrent training; two similarly-priced jets can cost very differently on program status and inspections due.

Cessna Citation CJ2 Value by Model Year

Median asking price by year of manufacture. Newer airframes command a premium; value falls with age then plateaus on older models.

$12675K $6632K $590K
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$4298K
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$590K
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Lowest around $590,000 (2025 models) · highest around $12,675,000 (2024). Bars scaled across the range to show the depreciation curve; hover for exact medians.

Buying guides: Buyer's Guide | Financing Guide | Pre-Buy Inspection

Buying a Used Cessna Citation CJ2

Buying a Cessna Citation CJ2 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

The Citation CJ2 (Model 525A) sits between the CJ1 and CJ3 in the CitationJet single-pilot line — more cabin and range than the CJ1, less than the CJ3, with Williams FJ44-2C engines. Introduced in 2000 and later replaced by the CJ2+, it remains a well-supported light jet with a meaningful resale market.

Versus CJ1 and CJ3: The CJ2 adds cabin length over the CJ1 — room for an extra seat and more baggage — and additional range. The CJ3 stretches the cabin further and adds more range still. For buyers whose missions rarely exceed the CJ1's range ceiling, the CJ2's additional cabin is the primary upgrade; for longer legs, the CJ3 earns its cost.

Avionics: Collins Pro Line 21. The CJ2+ (2006 onward) kept Pro Line 21 but added FADEC engines and more range; if the newer engines matter, compare a late CJ2 against a CJ2+ directly.

Engine and program: Williams FJ44-2C — confirm maintenance-program enrollment and transfer status. The FJ44's program enrollment is the single largest variable in total cost of ownership across the entire CJ line.

Single-pilot certified: The CJ2 carries single-pilot type certification. Confirm recurrent-training currency requirements.

Buy it if: you want more cabin than the CJ1 provides and don't need the CJ3's range. The CJ2+ is the engine-and-systems upgrade within the same 525A airframe; the CJ3 is the step up in cabin and range.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna Citation CJ2

About the Cessna Citation CJ2
The Citation CJ2 (and CJ2+) is a six-seat single-pilot certified business jet, produced from approximately 2000. The base CJ2 is powered by two Williams FJ44-2C engines; the CJ2+ uses FJ44-3A engines with more thrust. The CJ2 cruises approximately 389 kt (the CJ2+ is faster), with a range of approximately 1,600–1,900 nm. The CJ2 is the step above the CJ1 in the CJ family — more range, more speed, and six seats, while retaining single-pilot certification.
CJ2 vs CJ1+ — when does the step-up make sense?
The CJ2 adds roughly 100 nm of range, about 20 kt more cruise speed, and two additional seats versus the CJ1+. Step to the CJ2 when the mission regularly requires six seats, legs consistently near or above 1,300 nm, or the higher cruise speed offers meaningful time savings on typical routes. For four-seat owner-pilot trips, the CJ1+ is the efficient choice at lower acquisition cost.
What are common CJ2 maintenance considerations?
Williams FJ44-2C engine health (hot-section inspections, TBO scheduling; the CJ2+ uses the FJ44-3A-24), Collins Pro Line 21 avionics health and annual database subscription, the pressurization system, and airframe inspection. The CJ2 has an excellent dispatch-reliability record, and FJ44 support from Williams International is robust across the family.
CJ2+ vs CJ3+ — is the larger CJ worth it?
The CJ3+ (Williams FJ44-3AP with more thrust) offers increased range and a slightly larger cabin. The CJ3+ is the current production replacement for the CJ2+ in the CJ family; for buyers who need the additional range and cabin, the CJ3+ is the step-up. For most owner-pilot missions within 1,800 nm with six or fewer passengers, the CJ2+ covers the requirement.
Is the CJ2 still in production?
No — the CJ2+ has been superseded by the CJ3+ in Textron Aviation's current lineup. Used CJ2 and CJ2+ aircraft are well-supported, and FJ44 overhaul is widely available through Williams International-authorized shops.

Cessna Citation CJ2 Inventory by Country

United States33
Germany2
Canada1
Mexico1
Serbia1
MC1

Cessna Citation CJ2 Inventory by State

California28
Texas23
Florida16
Kansas13
North Carolina12
Georgia8
Arkansas6
Tennessee5
Ohio5
Michigan5
Pennsylvania5
Utah5

Cessna Citation CJ2 by Price

Under $500k2

Cessna Citation CJ2 by Decade

2000s1

Recently Sold Cessna Citation CJ2

2001 Citation CJ2$2,495,000

Cessna Citation CJ2 Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Cessna Citation CJ2. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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