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Citation CJ3 Gen2

Cessna • Light Jet

Acquisition price

$11.5M

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Out of Production Alta WiFi

This model is no longer in production by Cessna. It remains available on the pre-owned market — specifications, pricing, and advisory below reflect the used-aircraft market for this type.

Cessna Citation CJ3 Gen2 Specifications

Technical

CategoryLight Jet
ManufacturerCessna
Year introduced2025
Min. runway969 m

Performance

Range2,040 NM
Cruise speed420 kts
Max speed451 kts
Max altitude45,000 ft
Autonomy4.7 hrs

Capacity

Passengers8
Cabin height1.48 m
Cabin width1.47 m
Baggage2.1 m³
Acquisition price $11.5M
Cost per hour $2,100

Where Can You Fly?

2,040 NM nonstop
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Why Consider

FAA-certified October 2025 and in service since January 2026, the CJ3 Gen2 is the most comprehensive Gen2 update Textron has delivered: Garmin autothrottles, 4.5 in of extra pilot legroom, GDL60 connectivity and a fully customizable cabin—on the proven CJ3 airframe with 2,040 nm range and single-pilot certification.

Key Features

Range 2,040nm | Garmin G3000 with autothrottles | Single-pilot certified | +4.5 in pilot legroom | Externally serviceable lavatory | CoolView skylights | Seating up to 9

Total Cost of Ownership

Fixed costs: single-pilot capable—crew approximately $180–250K, hangar approximately $55K, insurance $45–65K. Variable: fuel approximately 270 GPH (~$1,500/hr US Jet-A). Williams TAP Blue: approximately $340–390/engine/flight hour. Total annual cost at 300 hrs: $1.2–1.5M.

Charter Rates

Charter rates: $3,800–$5,200/hr. The CJ3 family is a Part 135 workhorse with excellent dispatch reliability; the Gen2 commands premium rates as new inventory. Annual gross revenue at 300 charter hours: $1.1–1.6M.

Ideal Missions

Ideal for owner-pilots stepping up from a CJ2/M2 and corporate flight departments flying 2–4 hour missions—Canarias–Madrid, London–Athens, coast-to-midwest US—with single-pilot economics.

Market Intelligence

Engine & Maintenance Programs

2× Williams International FJ44-3A (2,820 lbf each). Williams TAP Blue covers full engine maintenance including unscheduled events at approximately $340–390/engine/flight hour; transferable and near-universal on the CJ fleet.

Pre-owned Market

No meaningful Gen2 pre-owned supply yet (EIS January 2026; early positions trade at or above list). The CJ3+ (2014–2025) at $7.5–10.5M and legacy CJ3 (2004–2014) at $4.5–6.5M offer excellent value with the same airframe and engines.

Runway & Airport Access

Minimum runway: 969 m (3,180 ft). Outstanding short-field access: Samedan (LSZS), Cannes (LFMD), Lugano (LSZA) and thousands of US regional strips accessible. This runway flexibility is the CJ family's core operational advantage.

How We Support Your Acquisition

Market Valuation

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Negotiation Strategy

Structured approach to seller engagement, pricing optimization and term negotiation.

Technical Due Diligence

Pre-purchase inspection coordination, maintenance record review and airframe status analysis.

Contract Review

Purchase agreement analysis, warranty provisions and regulatory compliance verification.

Transaction Structure

Ownership entity setup, tax optimization considerations and cross-border acquisition planning.

Delivery Coordination

Acceptance flight supervision, documentation transfer and post-delivery transition support.

Frequently Asked Questions

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