Cessna Citation V Aircraft in California

California's diverse terrain (coastal, high-desert, mountain) makes it a strong test market for high-performance and turbocharged aircraft. Significant GA infrastructure spans LA Basin, SF Bay Area, San Diego and Central Valley. Coastal flying demands attention to corrosion; mountain flying needs hot-and-high training.

The Cessna Citation V, Bravo and Encore are Cessna's classic light-jet workhorses, including the earlier Citation II and S/II on the same family path — straight-wing, stand-up-cabin twinjets that bridge the entry CJ class and the midsize Excel. The Citation V and its V Ultra development built the reputation; the Bravo introduced more efficient engines and updated avionics; the Encore and Encore+ added more power, more range and a modern flight deck. All seat seven to nine in a comfortable light-jet cabin and are popular for charter and owner use. See the live price range and median above for the Cessna Citation II, V, Bravo and Encore listings currently on the market.

Cessna Citation V aircraft for sale

2 used Cessna Citation V aircraft for sale in California · 9-seat · updated yesterday

Cessna Citation V Specifications

Model spec

The Cessna Citation V is a 9-seat light jet with a cruise speed of 390–459 kt (722–850 km/h), a range of 1,730–1,960 nm (3,204–3,630 km), and a useful load of 4,000–5,400 lbs (1,814–2,449 kg).

Performance
Cruise390–459 kt (722–850 km/h)
Max Speed426–480 kt (789–889 km/h)
Range1,730–1,960 nm (3,204–3,630 km)
Service Ceiling45,000–51,000 ft (13,716–15,545 m)
Engine & Fuel
EnginePRATT & WHITNEY JT15D-5A
Fuel Capacity487.0–650.0 gal (1,843–2,460 L)
Fuel Burn140.0–195.0 GPH (530–738 L/h)
TBO3,500–4,500 hrs
ICAO TypeC560
Weights & Seats
Seats8–10
Max Gross Weight15,900–23,000 lbs (7,212–10,433 kg)
Useful Load4,000–5,400 lbs (1,814–2,449 kg)
Production1989–1994

Cessna Citation V for Sale

2007 Cessna Citation Encore+

2007 Cessna Citation Encore+ for sale
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Total Time 1,141
Reg# N926CE US
Location CA
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1996 Cessna Citation V Ultra

1996 Cessna Citation V Ultra for sale
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Location CA
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Cessna Citation V Variants

Variant Years Seats Cruise Range Useful load Price range Best for Listings for sale
Citation VII 1992–2000 10 459 kts (850 km/h) 1,730 nm (3,204 km) 5,400 lbs (2,449 kg) — A fast, capable legacy midsize Citation — a stand-up-cabin jet offering strong speed and cabin for the money on the used market. 3
Citation V Ultra 1994–1999 8 430 kts (796 km/h) 1,960 nm (3,630 km) 4,000 lbs (1,814 kg) $447K – $2.3M A capable late light jet of the Citation V line — a stand-up-cabin twinjet offering a lot of cabin and range for the money on the used market. 14
Citation Encore 2000–2009 9 400 kts (741 km/h) 1,900 nm (3,519 km) 4,500 lbs (2,041 kg) $2.4M – $3.8M The most capable Citation V development — a stand-up light jet with more power and range, the top of the classic light-jet line on the used market. 7
Citation ENCORE+ 2006–2009 8 426 kts (789 km/h) 1,750 nm (3,241 km) 4,500 lbs (2,041 kg) — The most capable classic Citation light jet — FADEC engines and updated avionics make it the top of the V, Bravo and Encore line on the used market. 6

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Cessna Citation V Price & Cost

Cessna Citation V 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 V Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (140.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$86,800/yr
Annual Fixed (hangar, insurance, annual)$300,000/yr
Variable (per hour)$2,000/hr
Engine Overhaul (every 4,500 hrs)$300,000
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

On this Citation the engine maintenance program dominates the budget — hot-section and overhaul time on the Pratt & Whitney / JT15D-class engines, and whether they are enrolled on an hourly program, swing cost far more than purchase price. Add phase inspections, avionics mandates such as ADS-B, insurance and recurrent training; program enrollment and inspections-due decide the real economics, not the headline price.

Cessna Citation V 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.

$3550K $2011K $471K
$1700K
$471K
$1895K
$2064K
$3000K
$3225K
$3550K
’90
’93
’01
’04

Lowest around $471,250 (1991 models) · highest around $3,550,000 (2004). 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 V

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

What to check before buying

The Citation V (Model 560) is the founding aircraft of the 560-family line — larger cabin and more range than the Citation II (550), but still a straight-wing mid-size predating the stretched XL/XLS and the Encore re-engine. Introduced in 1989, it bridges the older JT15D-powered Citations and the updated 560-family variants that followed.

Engine: Two Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-5A engines. The JT15D family is mature and well-supported, but confirm hot-section status and whether the engines are on an hourly maintenance program — program enrollment moves ownership cost more than the asking price on any Citation.

Avionics generation: The Citation V shipped with various Collins avionics configurations across the run; expect legacy steam-gauge or early Collins EFIS depending on year and prior upgrades. Budget for avionics currency (terrain, ADS-B, database subscriptions) in addition to airframe and engine costs.

Two-crew operation: The Citation V requires two type-rated pilots; unlike the CJ family it is not single-pilot certified. Factor co-pilot cost into ownership economics.

Buy it if: you need the 560-family cabin and range at the lowest entry point into the 560 line, with mature JT15D support. The V Ultra adds refinements for a modest premium; the Encore re-engines with the Pratt & Whitney PW535A. Step down to the Citation II (550) for lower cost and simpler systems; step up to the XLS for more cabin and the PW545 engine.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna Citation V

About the Cessna Citation V family
The Citation V family spans three related variants produced 1989–2009: the Citation V (1989–1994), the Citation Ultra (1994–1999), and the Citation Encore / Encore+ (2000–2009). All use Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-5 family engines, seat up to seven, and cruise at approximately 390–400 kt. The Encore+ is the most refined variant, with updated engines and avionics, representing the definitive Citation V-family aircraft.
Citation V vs Ultra vs Encore — which should I buy?
The Encore+ is the preferred choice within this family: updated Pratt & Whitney PW535B engines, better range and climb, and the most modern avionics accommodation. The Ultra is the middle generation — improved over the V, less refined than the Encore. The original Citation V is the oldest and least expensive entry. For buyers in this segment, pay for the best Encore+ you can find; the additional range and improved climb performance are genuine operational improvements over the V.
Citation V family vs Citation II — why does the generation matter?
The Citation V family uses the JT15D-5 (more thrust) versus the Citation II's JT15D-4 — faster climb, better hot-and-high performance, and more range. The Citation V is roughly a decade-plus newer. For practical operations, the Citation V family is the preferred generation; the Citation II is the budget alternative.
What are common Citation V maintenance considerations?
JT15D-5 engine hot-section inspections and life-limited parts at cycle counts. Avionics on older V/Ultra examples may require upgrade; the Encore+ is typically better equipped. Pressurization system. A pre-buy by a Citation-specialist shop is essential.
Is the Citation V family still in production?
No — production ended with the Encore+ around 2009. The family is succeeded by the Citation CJ series in Textron Aviation's current lineup. JT15D support from Pratt & Whitney Canada remains robust.

Cessna Citation V Inventory by Country

United States66
Canada1
Germany1
France1

Cessna Citation V by Price

Under $500k2

Cessna Citation V by Decade

1990s1
2000s1

Cessna Citation V Safety Record

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

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

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