Fleet Size and Availability
There are 21 Citation CJ1 aircraft for sale, including 2 off-market listings, representing 10.8% of the active fleet. Inventory remains elevated relative to other CJ models, keeping buyer choice broad. Availability has been relatively stable over recent months, with sales largely offsetting new listings.
Market Listings
Asking prices currently range from $995,000 to $2,400,000, with active listings averaging 208 Days on Market. The wide pricing spread reflects desirable differences in avionics configuration, engine program status (including deferrals), interior condition, and overall pedigree. Well-maintained aircraft with attractive cosmetics and no damage history tend to separate themselves quickly, while dated examples linger without pricing adjustments.
Sales Activity
Over the last six months, 12 Citation CJ1 aircraft have sold at prices ranging from approximately $1,100,000 to approximately $1,700,000. Sold aircraft averaged 166 Days on Market. While monthly sales volumes remain modest, transactions continue to occur for well-priced CJ1s in good condition with the exception of one bargain acquisition of a +10,000 aircraft CJ1.
Key Takeaways
- Inventory remains ample, keeping the market buyer-selective.
- Aircraft that sell continue to move faster than the broader pool of active listings.
- Clean, upgraded CJ1s achieve pricing toward the upper end of the sold pricing range.
- Older or lower-spec aircraft require sharper pricing to generate buyer interest.
- Liquidity remains steady for well-positioned examples.
Key Insight
The Citation CJ1 starts 2026 in a steady, buyer-selective market. There are ample options available, but aircraft that are priced right and turn-key are the ones moving. When pricing aligns with recent comps, sales close within a predictable number of days on market. Overall, the CJ1 remains a dependable and liquid segment of the preowned light jet market.
