The Citation CJ3 market remains one of the strongest performers in the light jet segment, combining healthy transaction volume with steady buyer demand. Over the past six months, inventory has steadily increased from 16 aircraft to 26 aircraft currently available for sale, providing buyers with more selection than earlier in the year. Despite the increase in supply, sales activity has remained robust, with 23 aircraft changing hands during the same period. The CJ3 continues to attract a wide range of buyers due to its combination of strong performance, single-pilot capability, efficient operating costs, and proven reliability.
Fleet Size and Availability
There are currently 26 Citation CJ3 aircraft for sale, including 5 off-market aircraft, representing 6.3% of the fleet.
Inventory has grown consistently throughout the reporting period, increasing by 50% since December. While this represents a meaningful rise in available aircraft, current inventory levels remain within a healthy range and continue to be supported by strong buyer demand.
Market Listings
Current asking prices range from $4,500,000 to $6,500,000, with aircraft averaging 93 days on market.
The CJ3 market continues to place significant emphasis on engine program enrollment, maintenance pedigree, and aircraft cosmetics. Engine program coverage is an important value driver, as buyers increasingly prioritize predictable operating costs and reduced maintenance risk.
The relatively narrow marketing times across the fleet suggest that well-positioned aircraft continue to receive strong attention from qualified buyers.
Sales Activity
Over the past six months, 23 Citation CJ3 aircraft have sold, including 2 off-market transactions, representing 5.6% of the fleet. Sold aircraft traded between $3,100,000 and $6,300,000.
Completed transactions averaged 116 days on market, closely tracking the marketing times of currently available inventory. This indicates a market that remains balanced, with properly priced aircraft continuing to transact at a healthy pace.
Key Takeaways
• Inventory has increased steadily throughout the past six months
• Transaction volume remains strong despite growing supply
• Engine program enrollment remains a significant value driver
• Market absorption remains healthy, supporting stable pricing
Key Insight
The CJ3 market remains fundamentally healthy, with demand continuing to absorb new inventory entering the marketplace. While buyers now have more options than they did earlier in the year, quality aircraft with strong maintenance histories, and engine program coverage continue to attract significant attention. Current market conditions favor realistic sellers while still providing buyers with a broader range of opportunities than were available just a few months ago.
