2015 Cessna Citation CJ3+ for sale

2015 Cessna Citation CJ3+

Light Jet

FOR SALE
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Total Time 6,600 hrs
Seats 8
Serial # 525B0471
Reg # N85ER
Cruise 416 kts (770 km/h)
ICAO Type C25B
✓ Clean NTSB

Aircraft Details

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Avionics & Equipment

Flight Deck Manufacturer/Model: GARMIN G3000 Avionics/Radios: Garmin GDR 66 VHF Data Link (CPDLC & Connext Weather) Garmin Iridium Satellite Telephone Garmin Flight Stream 510 Clarity Wireless Audio System DME Receiver Dual Garmin GTX 3000 Transponders (Left & Right) GTS / TCAS II Traffic Collision Avoidance System ALT-4000 Radar Altimeter Garmin GWX 70 Weather Radar Exchangeable Side-Facing Seat

Description

Highlights: Engines enrolled on Williams TAP Blue. Garmin G3000 Flight Deck Fresh Paint with warranty. Avance L3 Gogo Internet Upgrade with ON/OFF switch. Garmin GDR 66 VHF Data Link (CPDLC)

Interior

Interior Notes: Crew Seats with Sheepskin Cover This comfortable interior accommodates up to eight passengers, featuring four club seats, two forward-facing seats in the aft, one exchangeable side seat, and a belted lav. Comes with LED lighting and slimline tables. With the taupe carpet and walls this combination provides a warm touch to the interior of this aircraft. This layout provides both comfort and functionality to suit your needs.

Exterior

Exterior Notes: N85ER received a repaint at Premier MRO Dayton as of January of 2026. Aircraft received a fresh PPG Matterhorn White base paired with an Axalta Ming Blue & Starlight Silver Accent striping to compliment the aircraft. Repaint includes a 2 year or 600 HR transferable warranty on the aircraft.

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Cessna Citation CJ3+

This 2015 Cessna Citation CJ3+ (N85ER) is a 8-seat light jet with 6,600 hours on the airframe. There are currently 31 Citation CJ3+ aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $330,000 to $850,000.

The Citation CJ3+ cruises at 416 kts (770 km/h) with a range of 2,040 nm (3,778 km) — enough for transcontinental flights without refueling. Service ceiling of 45,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 125 GPH (473 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $688/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $1,900/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $345,000. With 6,600 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (5,000 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 6,600 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (5,000 hrs)
Budget $1,875 for pre-purchase inspection

Cessna Citation CJ3+ — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
8
Cruise Speed
416 kts (770 km/h)
Max Speed
430 kts (796 km/h)
Range
2,040 nm (3,778 km)
Ceiling
45,000 ft (13,716 m)
Max Weight
13,870 lbs (6,291 kg)
Useful Load
3,360 lbs (1,524 kg)
Fuel Capacity
438 gal (1658 L)
Fuel Burn
125 GPH (473 L/h)
Engines
2
TBO
5,000 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

CESSNA Citation CJ3+

Fuel Burn
125.0 GPH
~$812/hr
Variable Cost
$1,900/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$345,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$275,000
every 5,000 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the CESSNA Citation CJ3+. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

FAA registration data pending for N85ER.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Location not available

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

NTSB safety data coming soon.

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