Citation Excel Market Update – May 2025
Fleet Size and Availability
There are 19 Citation Excel aircraft for sale, with no off-market listings reported. This represents 5.4% of the active fleet, aligning precisely with the sold fleet percentage over the same timeframe.
Market Listings
Asking prices currently range from $2,500,000 to $5,500,000, and the average time on market is 137 days, indicating relatively brisk activity for this segment.
Sales Activity
Over the past six months, 18 aircraft sold, including 6 off-market transactions. The sold price range spans $1,350,000 to $5,500,000, and average days on market for sold aircraft was 184 days.
Key Takeaways
- Inventory levels rebounded to 21 aircraft, matching November figures after reaching a low of 18 in March.
- Sales peaked sharply in March with 7 units closed, followed by a slowdown to 2 in April.
- Pricing spans a broad range, likely reflecting significant variation in pedigree and condition across the fleet.
- Buyers should conduct careful due diligence given the age range and upgrades typical of this class.
- Sellers must be prepared for increased competition and pricing sensitivity following March’s surge in activity.
Key Insight
After a strong sales month in March, the Citation Excel market may be entering a cooling phase—sellers should act decisively before buyer momentum fades further.
