Cessna Citation CJ3+ Aircraft in Australia

Australian-registered aircraft (VH- prefix) operate under CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority) certification. Active GA market with strong Daher TBM, Cirrus, Cessna and Beechcraft fleets. Outback flying creates active utility aircraft market (Cessna Caravan, Pilatus PC-12). Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth major hubs.

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The Cessna Citation CJ3+ is a light business jet produced since 2014, featuring the Garmin G3000 touchscreen avionics suite and improved performance. Seating up to 8, it cruises at 416 knots with a range of 2,040 nautical miles. It appeals to owner-operators and corporations seeking a modern light jet with advanced avionics.

Cessna Citation CJ3+ aircraft for sale

1 used Cessna Citation CJ3+ aircraft for sale in Australia · 8-seat · Reference price ~$7,200,000 ($5,600,000–$9,000,000) · updated 2026-06-22

Cessna Citation CJ3+ Specifications

Model spec

The Cessna Citation CJ3+ 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 FJ44-3AP
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)
Production2014–present

Cessna Citation CJ3+ for Sale

2015 Cessna Citation CJ3+

2015 Cessna Citation CJ3+ for sale
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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. 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 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 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 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

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)$345,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$1,900/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 5,000 hrs)$275,000
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

The CJ3+'s cost structure mirrors the CJ3 — the dominant variable is FJ44 engine maintenance-program status and transfer. Engine-program enrollment moves total cost more than the acquisition figure. The Garmin G3000 avionics suite requires current database subscriptions and periodic updates; budget for these alongside standard phase inspections.

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
$5025K
$12675K
$590K
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’25

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 Citation CJ3+ (Model 525B) is the Garmin-glass successor to the CJ3 — the same 525B airframe and Williams FJ44-3A engines, but with Garmin G3000 touchscreen avionics replacing the CJ3's Collins Pro Line 21, plus FADEC engine control. Production began in 2014, when the CJ3+ replaced the CJ3 on the assembly line.

What changes from CJ3 to CJ3+: The Garmin G3000 is the primary difference — touchscreen avionics with integrated navigation, weather, and traffic, replacing the CJ3's Pro Line 21 panel. FADEC adds automated engine management. The airframe, cabin, and range are essentially the same as the CJ3; buyers are paying for the avionics and engine-control generation, not a new aircraft.

CJ3 versus CJ3+: A late, well-maintained CJ3 with updated databases can closely match the CJ3+ on capability at lower acquisition cost. The CJ3+ is appropriate when the G3000 interface and FADEC are meaningful — or when a low-time CJ3+ is priced comparably to older CJ3 alternatives.

Engine and program: Williams FJ44-3A. Engine maintenance-program enrollment and transfer status is the primary ownership cost variable — the same as the CJ3.

Single-pilot certified: The CJ3+ carries single-pilot type certification.

Buy it if: you want the CJ3's cabin and range with Garmin G3000 avionics and FADEC — and a 2014-or-newer build. Step down to the CJ3 for lower cost with Pro Line 21; step up to the CJ4 for more cabin and range.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna Citation CJ3+

How does the Citation CJ3+ compare to the CJ4?
The CJ3+ (M new, -M used) vs CJ4 (.7M new, -0M used): the CJ4 is faster (410 vs 390 kts), has longer range (2,165 vs 1,875 nm), and a larger cabin. The CJ3+ burns less fuel (135 vs 165 GPH) and costs ,460 less per hour to operate. Both are single-pilot certified. The CJ3+ wins on efficiency; the CJ4 on capability. For trips under 1,500 nm, the CJ3+ is the smarter buy.
What does it cost to operate a Cessna Citation CJ3+?
Annual budget is 50K-M at 200-300 hours/year. Variable costs run ,100-,400/hr. Fuel burns 135 GPH (10/hr at /gal). The PW535B engines have 4,000-hour TBO with excellent reliability. Fixed costs total 50K-00K/yr. The CJ3+ is one of the most efficient light jets per seat-mile — it does 90% of what the CJ4 does for 30% less operating cost.
Is the CJ3+ a good step-up from the CJ1+ or Mustang?
Absolutely. The CJ3+ adds 725 nm more range (1,875 vs 1,150 nm for CJ1+), 30+ kts more speed, a bigger cabin with enclosed lavatory, and trailing-link gear. Fuel burn increases only 25 GPH. The CJ3+ can fly coast-to-coast with one fuel stop. Pilots transitioning from CJ1/CJ2/Mustang find the CJ3+ shares Cessna's familiar handling DNA, now paired with a modern Garmin G3000 touchscreen flight deck.

Cessna Citation CJ3+ Inventory by Country

United States26
France2
Australia1
Brazil1

Cessna Citation CJ3+ Inventory by State

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

Cessna Citation CJ3+ by Price

Under $500k2

Cessna Citation CJ3+ by Decade

2010s1

Recently Sold Cessna Citation CJ3+

2020 Citation CJ3+$9,274,952
2022 Citation CJ3+$9,500,000
2020 Citation CJ3+$8,995,000

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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