Data as of April 13, 2026
The Citation XLS+ market remains well-supplied relative to other midsize Citations, with stable transaction volume but early signs of softening buyer urgency emerging in recent weeks.
Fleet Size and Availability
There are currently 21 aircraft for sale, representing 6.7% of the fleet.
Inventory levels have normalized into a balanced range, but notably, we have seen more aircraft entering the market over the past two weeks. This is beginning to shift the competitive landscape slightly, particularly for aircraft that are not top-tier in pedigree or presentation.
Market Listings
The current asking price range is $5,256,000 to $14,995,000.
This unusually wide spread reflects significant variance in year, total time, engine program status, and overall pedigree. Later-model, low-time aircraft with strong program coverage continue to command a premium, while older or less well-presented aircraft are increasingly being forced to adjust pricing to remain competitive.
Sales Activity
Over the past six months, 21 aircraft have sold (7 off-market), with a sold price range of $7,300,000 to $11,000,000.
Sales activity has been consistent overall, but the monthly data shows a clear peak in late 2025 followed by more moderate absorption in early 2026. Average days on market for sold aircraft is 117 days, compared to 240 days for current listings, indicating that a portion of the inventory is not clearing efficiently.
Key Takeaways
• Inventory is building modestly after a period of stability
• Pricing dispersion is wide, driven by aircraft quality and vintage
• Sales activity remains steady but less aggressive than late 2025
• A gap is forming between well-priced aircraft and stagnant listings
• Buyer urgency has decreased in the past several weeks
Key Insight
The XLS+ market is moving into a more selective phase, where execution matters more than ever. With increasing inventory and fewer immediate buyers, aircraft that are not sharply priced and well-presented are beginning to experience extended days on market. External factors—including recent geopolitical uncertainty—are contributing to more measured buyer behavior, reinforcing the need for precision in pricing and positioning to achieve timely transactions.
