Fleet Size & Availability
As of March 10, 2026, the Citation Encore market shows 10 aircraft for sale, including 1 off-market opportunity, representing 6.4% of the fleet.
Inventory has fluctuated over the past six months, declining from 12 aircraft in September to a low of 7 in December, before increasing to 11 aircraft in February. This recent rise in inventory shows a modest reintroduction of supply following a tighter market in Q4 2025.
While off-market activity exists, the Encore segment remains primarily driven by visible listings, making inventory trends a reliable indicator of overall market conditions.
Market Listings
Current asking prices range from $2.75M to $3.795M, with values driven by total time, engine program enrollment and/or time since overhaul, and maintenance status.
Average days on market for active listings is 76 days, indicating efficient transaction velocity compared to many other Citation segments. This reflects continued buyer demand for well-positioned aircraft in this category and the Encore’s continued favored positioning amongst educated buyers who understand the value this airframe offers from a performance and utility perspective.
Sales Activity (Last 6 Months)
A total of 10 aircraft have traded over the past six months, including 5 off-market transactions, representing 6.4% of the fleet. Sold prices ranged from $1.9M to $2.85M, showing a noticeable gap relative to current asking levels.
Transaction activity has been modest but steady, with 1 sale in September, increasing to 2 transactions in October and November, peaking at 3 in December, dropping to 0 in January, and rebounding to 2 transactions in February.
Despite the recent increase in inventory, transaction volume has not accelerated, suggesting that absorption remains moderate. Aircraft that did transact averaged 253 days on market, indicating that while some aircraft move quickly, others experience extended exposure depending on condition and pricing.
Key Takeaways
• Inventory has increased modestly following a tighter period in late 2025
• Transaction activity remains steady but limited
• Absorption is moderate, with supply and demand relatively balanced
• Pricing gap exists between ask and sold levels, indicating buyer selectivity
Key Insight
The Citation Encore market is balanced but value-sensitive.
As of March 2026, inventory levels have increased slightly, while transaction activity remains steady, creating a market where buyers have options but remain highly selective. The spread between asking and sold prices suggests that execution is dependent on realistic pricing and aircraft quality.
In this segment, success is driven by value alignment and aircraft condition, with desirable aircraft continuing to lead the market while others face longer paths to sale.
