Cessna Citation CJ4 Aircraft in Germany

German-registered aircraft (D- prefix) operate under EASA certification with rigorous maintenance documentation requirements. Strong GA infrastructure around Munich, Frankfurt, Stuttgart, Berlin. Diamond Aircraft (Austrian) and German pilot population create active market for modern composite singles.

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The Cessna Citation CJ4 is a light-to-midsize business jet produced since 2010, the flagship of the CJ family. Seating up to 10, it cruises at 451 knots with a range of 2,165 nautical miles, powered by twin Williams FJ44-4A engines. Single-pilot certified with Garmin Collins Pro Line 21 avionics, it appeals to owner-operators wanting Citation performance with true coast-to-coast range.

Cessna Citation CJ4 aircraft for sale

1 used Cessna Citation CJ4 aircraft for sale in Germany · 10-seat · Used median asking $7,000,000 · updated 23 hours ago

Cessna Citation CJ4 Specifications

Model spec

The Cessna Citation CJ4 is a 10-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 FJ44-4A
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 TypeC25C
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)
Production2010–present

Cessna Citation CJ4 for Sale

Cessna Citation CJ4 asking prices range from $6,150,000 to $13,950,000, with a median of $7,000,000 (market reference $6,500,000).

2014 Cessna Citation CJ4

2014 Cessna Citation CJ4 for sale within typical asking range
$7,000,000
For Sale
Total Time 2,851
Reg# D-CNOX Germany
Location Germany, Germany
Via Guardian Jet, LLC
Multiple sources
Listed 2mo ago

Cessna Citation CJ4 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 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 CJ4 Price & Cost

How much does a Cessna Citation CJ4 cost? Used Citation CJ4 prices: $6.2M – $13.9M, average $7M (median $7M); market reference $6.5M, across 9 priced of 1 active listings.

Cessna Citation CJ4 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 CJ4 Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (165.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$102,300/yr
Annual Fixed (hangar, insurance, annual)$385,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$2,150/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 5,000 hrs)$325,000
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 CJ4 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
’93
’97
’02
’08
’11
’13
’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 CJ4

Buying a Cessna Citation CJ4 comes down to a focused pre-purchase checklist — here is what matters most on this model:

What to check before buying

The CJ4 (Model 525C) is the largest, fastest and longest-legged member of the single-pilot CitationJet family — the top of the CJ line, in production since 2010.

Engine & program: Two Williams FJ44-4A engines give the CJ4 its coast-to-coast range and high cruise. As with any light jet, engine maintenance-program enrolment and transfer status swing ownership economics more than the purchase figure.

Avionics: Collins Pro Line 21 (Pro Line 21 Enhanced on later aircraft; a Gen2 update from 2020 refreshed the cabin and systems). Confirm the exact avionics generation and any upgrade status when comparing examples.

Checks: Engine time and program status, Pro Line 21 version and databases, phase inspections due, and single-pilot recurrent-training currency.

Buy it if: you want the most cabin, payload and range available while still flying single-pilot. If you don't need the CJ4's size or transcontinental legs, the CJ3/CJ3+ costs less to buy and operate.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna Citation CJ4

About the Cessna Citation CJ4
The Citation CJ4 is the largest and most capable single-pilot certified Citation in the CJ family, produced from 2010. It uses two Williams FJ44-4A engines, seats eight to nine passengers, cruises at approximately 435 kt, and has a range of approximately 2,165 nm. The CJ4 is equipped with the Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite and bridges the gap between the CJ family and mid-size business jets — offering near-mid-size range and cabin in a single-pilot-certified airframe.
Who is the CJ4 for?
Owner-pilots and flight departments who need eight-seat single-pilot IFR capability with long range — without the two-pilot requirement of most mid-size jets. The CJ4 is the top of the accessible single-pilot jet segment; above it, most business jets require a type-rated copilot.
CJ4 vs CJ3 — when does the step-up make sense?
The CJ4 adds roughly 165 nm more range, one to two additional seats, more thrust (better high-altitude and hot-and-high performance), and the G3000 as standard (which the CJ3+ also has). Step to the CJ4 when eight seats or the range advantage is genuinely needed. For most single-pilot owner missions with seven or fewer passengers and legs under 1,800 nm, the CJ3 or CJ3+ covers the requirement at lower acquisition and operating cost.
What are common CJ4 maintenance considerations?
Williams FJ44-4A engine health — the 4A series has higher thrust and a different hot-section profile than the 3A. Collins Pro Line 21 avionics health and annual subscription. The pressurization system. The CJ4 is a modern aircraft with strong manufacturer support from Textron Aviation.
Is the Citation CJ4 still in production?
Yes — the CJ4 is current production from Textron Aviation and the flagship of the CJ line.

Cessna Citation CJ4 Inventory by Country

United States32
Canada1
Germany1
Brazil1
Honduras1
Mexico1

Cessna Citation CJ4 Inventory by State

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

Cessna Citation CJ4 by Price

Under $500k2

Cessna Citation CJ4 by Decade

2010s1

Recently Sold Cessna Citation CJ4

2021 Citation CJ4$10,850,000
2010 Citation CJ4$6,250,000
2015 Citation CJ4$7,750,000

Cessna Citation CJ4 Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Cessna Citation CJ4. 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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