Fleet Size and Availability
There are 15 Citation CJ3+ aircraft for sale, including 5 off-market listings, representing approximately 4.9% of the active fleet. Inventory has declined sharply from the previous month’s high of 24 units, signaling strong year-end absorption.
Market Listings
Asking prices range from $7,300,000 to $12,300,000, with active listings averaging 88 days on market. The relatively low average Days on Market reflects sustained buyer interest, especially for desirable aircraft in both the earlier and later serial number ranges.
Sales Activity
22 CJ3+ aircraft sold in the last six months (including 5 off-market), between approximately $7,200,000 and $10,500,000. averaging just 77 Days on Market, demonstrating a high rate of turnover. The modest gap between asking and sold prices confirms continued alignment between buyer and seller expectations.
Key Takeaways
• The significant reduction in inventory suggests strong end-of-year sales velocity.
• The 88-day active listing average underscores continued buyer urgency.
• Price retention remains strong.
• High-pedigree, low-time aircraft on programs continue to lead transaction volume.
• Off-market activity remains meaningful, indicating discreet buyer-seller pairings for premium CJ3+ aircraft.
Key Insight
The Citation CJ3+ market is entering year-end with firm pricing and sustained momentum. Tightening supply and rapid absorption continue to favor sellers, while buyers must remain disciplined and prepared to move quickly on well-positioned aircraft.
