Fleet Size and Availability
There are 32 Citation CJ4 and Gen2 aircraft for sale, including 6 off-market listings, representing 6.8% of the active fleet. Inventory has remained essentially flat through late summer and early fall, reflecting equilibrium between new listings and ongoing absorption.
Market Listings
Asking prices range from $5,300,000 to $11,950,000, with active listings averaging 225 days on market. The days on market data has held steady for the last three months, suggesting stable turnover despite seasonally slower summer activity.
Sales Activity
Over the past six months, 23 aircraft have sold, including 2 off-market transactions, with sale prices between $6,100,001 and $12,600,000. Sold aircraft averaged 173 days on market, indicating that well-presented aircraft continue to trade efficiently across the price spectrum.
Key Takeaways
- Inventory has stabilized following an early-summer build-up, suggesting a balanced market as Q4 approaches.
- Sales pace remains healthy, averaging three to four closings per month since May.
- The price range between CJ4 and Gen2 aircraft continues to widen, with buyers favoring newer, better-equipped aircraft.
- Days on Market data suggests a two-speed market: competitively priced aircraft transact within 90–120 days, while others linger longer.
Key Insight
The CJ4 and Gen2 market remains resilient, characterized by stable supply, firm pricing, and predictable transaction velocity. Sellers with recent maintenance and attractive cosmetics continue to benefit from steady buyer demand, while buyers face little urgency but limited opportunity for deep discounts.
