1981 Cessna Citation I
Very Light Jet
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
BTHGarmin GTN650 GPS Garmin GTN750 GPS Garmin GTX345 Mode S Xpdr Garmin GMA35C Audio Panel GAD-42/GDL-69 Sperry AP
Description
Spectacular Citation I SP with 2023 complete paint and interior and exceptional maintenance. Currently on and maintained to FAA Part 135. Beautiful Grey leather interior with wood grain cabinets. Garmin GTN650 and GTN 750 GPS, GMA35C Audio panel, GTX345 Mode S Transponder. Years of detailed attention to maintenance and restoration give this aircraft exceptional value in its class. Ideal for short range charter or owner flown, it offers an excellent compromise between piston twins and faster light jets.
Engine
Engines: P W JT15D-1A (3500 TBO)
Propeller
Maintained per Part 135. Current on all items Fresh Maintenance Status (detailed CAMS reporting) Phase 5 due at 11,178 TT Phase 15-17 and 24 due at 10,500 TT Phase 1-4 due 6/27/2027 ADC/XPDR/Static System/RVSM check due 5/2027
Interior
Beautiful Grey leather interior with wood grain cabinets. Complete refurb in 2023
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison 1 active offer
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Benjamin Nemser
trade-a-plane.com
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$750,000
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N Miami, FL | May 05, 2026 | — | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Cessna Citation I
This 1981 Cessna Citation I (N1EJ) is a 7-seat very light jet with 10,129 hours on the airframe. There are currently 22 Citation I aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $330,000 to $1,326,985. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $750,000.
The Citation I cruises at 350 kts (648 km/h) with a range of 1,500 nm (2,778 km) — suitable for regional and medium-distance travel.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record. There are 3 airworthiness directives applicable to this aircraft type — review AD compliance carefully before purchase.
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Cessna Citation I — Model Specs
Model specificationStandard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.
Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N1EJ.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
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Airworthiness Directives — Cessna Citation
ADs are mandatory safety instructions issued by the FAA. 3 recent ADs found for this aircraft type.
The Cessna Aircraft Company Model 525 (CitationJet 1) Airplanes
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