Fleet Size and Availability
There are 17 Citation Excels listed for sale, with 0 off-market listings, representing 4.8% of the fleet—a notable decline from April’s 21 listings.
Market Listings
Current asking prices range from $2,995,000 to $5,500,000, with an average of 158 days on market. Inventory has decreased month-over-month, creating a more favorable balance for sellers.
Sales Activity
21 aircraft sold in the past six months, including 7 off-market transactions. The sold price range is $1,350,000 to $5,500,000, and the average days on market for sold units is 174. May saw a rebound in sales with 5 units sold, following a soft April.
Key Takeaways
- Listing volume dropped significantly after a peak in April, tightening market conditions.
- Pricing and demand remain consistent with recent months, though well-equipped aircraft are moving faster.
- May sales were the second-highest of the year, reversing a brief slowdown.
- Off-market deals continue to play a meaningful role (33% of all recent sales).
Key Insight
The Citation Excel market is showing signs of stabilizing inventory with renewed buyer urgency. With inventory down 19% month-over-month and demand holding, pricing power may begin to shift back to sellers—especially for upgraded, low-time aircraft. Those considering listing should act before summer activity plateaus.
