Cessna Citation CJ3 Aircraft (525B / CitationJet)

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The Cessna Citation CJ3 (Model 525B) is a single-pilot light jet produced from 2004 to 2014 — a stretch of the CJ2 with more cabin, more range and Collins Pro Line 21 avionics. Powered by two Williams FJ44-3A engines, it cruises around 416 knots with roughly 1,875 nm of range, carrying up to nine occupants. The CJ3 became one of the most popular owner-flown light jets for its blend of single-pilot simplicity, transcontinental-capable legs and low direct operating cost. The later CJ3+ (2014 onward) adds Garmin G3000 touchscreen avionics and FADEC — a distinct, newer model.

Cessna Citation CJ3 aircraft for sale

65 used Cessna Citation CJ3 aircraft for sale · 9-seat · Used median asking $5,350,000 · updated 16 hours ago

Cessna Citation CJ3 Specifications

Model spec

The Cessna Citation CJ3 is a 9-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 FJ44-3A
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 TypeC25B
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)
Production2004–2014

Cessna Citation CJ3 for Sale

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Cessna Citation CJ3 asking prices range from $4,750,000 to $5,595,000, with a median of $5,350,000 (market reference $5,200,000).

2005 Cessna Citation CJ3

2005 Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale
$4,750,000/mo
For Lease
Total Time 5,585
Reg# N736JS US
Location Miami, FL
Via L&L International
Multiple sources

2008 Cessna Citation CJ3

2008 Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale
$4,895,000
For Sale
Total Time 5,600
Reg# D-COKE Germany
Location FL
Via jetAVIVA
Multiple sources

2012 Cessna Citation CJ3

2012 Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale below typical asking range
$5,350,000
For Sale
Total Time 6,567
Reg# D-CSCA Germany
Location Vienna, Vienna, Austria
Via AVIONMAR
Multiple sources

2009 Cessna Citation CJ3

2009 Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale below typical asking range
$5,495,000
For Sale
Total Time 4,251
Reg# N525TK US
Via JETPRO Texas
Multiple sources
Listed 2mo ago

2008 Cessna Citation CJ3

2008 Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale
$5,595,000
For Sale
Total Time 5,880
Location Grand Rapids, MI
Via Northern Jet
Listed 2mo ago

2012 Cessna Citation CJ3

2012 Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale
Contact for Price
On Request
Total Time 4,175
Location Dallas, TX
Via Lone Mountain Aircraft Sales
Listed 24d ago

2005 Cessna Citation CJ3

2005 Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale
Contact for Price
On Request
Total Time 4,230
Location Overland Park, KS
Via jetAVIVA
Listed 2mo ago

2009 Cessna Citation CJ3

2009 Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale
Contact for Price
On Request
Via Integris Aviation Consultancy
Limited info

2008 Cessna Citation CJ3

2008 Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale
Contact for Price
On Request
Via jetAVIVA
Listed 5d ago
Limited info

2007 Cessna Citation CJ3

2007 Cessna Citation CJ3 for sale
Contact for Price
On Request
Total Time 2,560
Reg# N7814 US
Location TX
Via jetAVIVA

Cessna Citation CJ3 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. 298
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 CJ2 2000–2006 8 389 kts (720 km/h) 1,520 nm (2,815 km) 3,450 lbs (1,565 kg) — A mid-range single-pilot light jet of the CitationJet family — a stretched, faster step up from the CJ1. 3
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. 11
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 CJ3 Price & Cost

How much does a Cessna Citation CJ3 cost? Used Citation CJ3 prices: $4.8M – $5.6M, average $5.3M (median $5.3M); market reference $5.2M, across 5 priced of 65 active listings.

Cessna Citation CJ3 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 CJ3 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (125.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$77,500/yr
Annual Fixed (hangar, insurance, annual)$335,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$1,850/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 5,000 hrs)$275,000
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 CJ3 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
$1195K
$1745K
$1400K
$1850K
$1822K
$3595K
$4298K
$4750K
$5648K
$5750K
$6250K
$7125K
$12675K
$590K
’93
’97
’02
’08
’11
’13
’24

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 CJ3

Buying a Cessna Citation CJ3 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

The CJ3 (Model 525B) sits between the CJ2 and CJ4 in the single-pilot CitationJet line — more cabin, more range and more power than the CJ2, without stepping up to the CJ4's size. Production ran 2004–2014 before the CJ3+ replaced it.

Engine & program: Two Williams FJ44-3A engines. The single biggest ownership question is engine program status — whether the FJ44s are enrolled on an hourly maintenance program and whether it transfers with the sale — which moves total cost more than the asking price.

Avionics: The CJ3 flies behind Collins Pro Line 21. The later CJ3+ (2014 on) introduced Garmin G3000 touchscreen avionics and FADEC — if a modern glass panel is a priority, compare a late CJ3 against an early CJ3+ directly.

Checks: Confirm engine time and program, Pro Line 21 database/currency and any avionics upgrades, phase-inspection status, and recurrent-training currency for single-pilot operation.

Buy it if: you want a proven, transcontinental-capable single-pilot light jet with strong resale and a large in-service fleet. Step up to the CJ4 for more cabin and range; drop to the CJ2 for lower cost and shorter legs.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna Citation CJ3

About the Cessna Citation CJ3
The Citation CJ3 (and CJ3+) is a seven-seat single-pilot certified business jet produced from 2004, powered by two Williams FJ44-3A engines. It cruises at approximately 415 kt with a range of approximately 1,875 nm (up to ~2,040 nm on the CJ3+) and is equipped with Collins Pro Line 21 avionics. The CJ3 is the mid-range CJ-family variant — more range and one additional seat versus the CJ2, below the CJ4 in size and performance. The CJ3+ (2014 onward) introduced the Garmin G3000 avionics suite.
CJ3 vs CJ3+ — which should I buy?
The CJ3+ upgraded to Garmin G3000 (touchscreen) avionics — a meaningful operational improvement over the CJ3's earlier panel. Both use the same FJ44-3A engine and airframe. For buyers choosing between used examples, the CJ3+ is the preferred choice for its modern avionics; the CJ3 makes sense when a significant price difference justifies the older panel, particularly for buyers who plan an avionics upgrade.
CJ3 vs CJ2 and CJ4 — where does it sit?
CJ2: shorter range, six seats. CJ3: ~1,875–2,040 nm range, seven seats. CJ4: ~2,165 nm range, eight-to-nine seats, with more thrust. The CJ3 is the mid-range CJ — more capability than the CJ2, less than the CJ4. For missions requiring seven seats and up to roughly 2,000 nm, the CJ3 hits the target without the CJ4's acquisition and operating-cost premium.
What are common CJ3 maintenance considerations?
Williams FJ44-3A engine health (hot-section inspections, TBO scheduling), Collins Pro Line 21 avionics health, the pressurization system, and airframe inspections at prescribed intervals. The CJ3 has a strong reliability record, and FJ44 support is well-established through Williams International.
Is the Citation CJ3 still in production?
The CJ3+ is current production from Textron Aviation. It is one of the most popular single-pilot jets in the CJ family by deliveries.

Cessna Citation CJ3 Inventory by Country

United States69
Brazil2
Austria1
Australia1
Asia1
Germany1

Cessna Citation CJ3 Inventory by State

California29
Texas24
Florida18
North Carolina15
Kansas14
Tokyo8
Georgia8
Arkansas6
Ohio5
Pennsylvania5
Michigan5
Tennessee5

Cessna Citation CJ3 by Price

Under $500k2

Cessna Citation CJ3 by Decade

2000s54
2010s9
2020s2

Cessna Citation CJ3 Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Cessna Citation CJ3. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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