N551MS - 1980 CESSNA CITATION ISP


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    Aircraft Summary


    General

    Year
    1980
    Manufacturer
    CESSNA
    Model
    CITATION ISP
    Serial Number
    501-0147
    Registration #
    N551MS
    Condition
    Used
    Description
    Citation 501 I/SP in immaculate condition. Current owner has owned for 30 years. A true pride of ownership airplane! 4,998 TT ' Fresh Phase Compliance ' Engines Near HSI, but priced accordingly. Single Pilot Certified. Typical Seating: 5-7 passengers. Crew: Single pilot certified. Cabin Height: ~4 ft 9 in/Cabin Width: ~4 ft 10 in/Cabin Length: ~11 ft - See Attached Cescom Status Sheet in the PDF download tab of this posting. Excellent finance options are available on this Unique and well maintained Citation I/SP. Rates as in the 6%s and extended terms (oac). Lease-to-own options may be available, depending upon situation. We assist with financing even if you are buying elsewhere. "Plane Talk Live" is our Podcast series on aviation buying, selling & Financing. Visit us on Spotify search "Plane Talk Live" or on your favorite Podcasting Platform (iHeart, Apple, Amazon Music). Professionally maintained 1980 Citation 501 I/SP with complete CESCOM tracking and current inspection status. Potential Engine Swap for Mid-Time JT-15s (contact for information). Excellent financing available 20 year - in the 6%s (oac). We are aviation finance and insurance specialists (Lic# 4165879). Trades of most all types are welcome - for more information, visit our website. ✈ OPERATING PERFORMANCE Cruise Speed: ~380 KTAS Max Cruise: ~410 KTAS (high altitude) Range: ~1,200 NM (NBAA IFR reserves, 4 pax typical) Service Ceiling: 41,000 ft Rate of Climb: ~3,000 fpm initial Takeoff Distance: ~3,300 ft (sea level, ISA) Landing Distance: ~2,600 ft ⛽ OPERATING ECONOMICS Fuel Burn: • ~1,200-1,300 lbs/hr combined (first hour) • ~900-1,000 lbs/hr combined (cruise average) Engines: Pratt & Whitney JT15D series Fuel Capacity: ~5,000 lbs usable (specifications are general and may not be applicable to this particular airplane - do your own research to verify specifications and performance figures) This aircraft presents an excellent value opportunity for an owner-operator seeking a well-maintained 500-series platform with solid compliance history. For additional information call or email Stan. We welcome trade-ins of most any type and are spot cash buyers for Turbine, Turbo-Prop and Cabin Class aircraft. Call or visit for a cash quote or current market overview and valuation on our website or call/text Stan. All specifications, times, and equipment descriptions are subject to verification by purchaser. Information is provided from maintenance records and other sources believed reliable; however, no representation or warranty is made as to accuracy or completeness. Aircraft is offered subject to prior sale, lease, or removal from the market without notice.

    Airframe

    Total Time
    4998
    Total Landings
    4437
    Airframe Notes
    4,998.7 Total Time 4,437 Landings Phase 1-4 completed June 2025 Phase 12 completed Feb 2026 Phase 20 completed June 2025 RVSM compliant Transponder & Altimeter certifications current ELT battery current to Feb 2028 All maintenance tracked in CESCOM. ✈ OPERATING PERFORMANCE Cruise Speed: ~380 KTAS Max Cruise: ~410 KTAS (high altitude) Range: ~1,200 NM (NBAA IFR reserves, 4 pax typical) Service Ceiling: 41,000 ft Rate of Climb: ~3,000 fpm initial Takeoff Distance: ~3,300 ft (sea level, ISA) Landing Distance: ~2,600 ft ⛽ OPERATING ECONOMICS Fuel Burn: • ~1,200-1,300 lbs/hr combined (first hour) • ~900-1,000 lbs/hr combined (cruise average) Engines: Pratt & Whitney JT15D series Fuel Capacity: ~5,000 lbs usable

    Engine Program

    Engine Maintenance Program
    Other

    Engine 1

    Engine 1 Time
    1610
    Engine 1 Time Since
    SMOH
    Engine 1 TBO
    3500
    Engine 1 Notes
    Pratt & Whitney JT15D-1A Total Time: 4,998.7 Hours (Both Engines) Overhaul Completed: December 2003 Approx. 1,610 Hours Since Overhaul 3,500 Hour TBO Approx. 139 Hours Remaining to HSI Complete CESCOM Tracking Engines reflect time since overhaul and airplane is priced accordingly.

    Engine 2

    Engine 2 Time
    1610
    Engine 2 Time Since
    SMOH
    Engine 2 TBO
    3500
    Engine 2 Notes
    Pratt & Whitney JT15D-1A Total Time: 4,998.7 Hours (Both Engines) Overhaul Completed: December 2003 Approx. 1,610 Hours Since Overhaul 3,500 Hour TBO Approx. 139 Hours Remaining to HSI Complete CESCOM Tracking Engines reflect time since overhaul and airplane is priced accordingly.

    Avionics

    Avionics/Radios
    HF Communication Transceivers Collins VHF-20A (Top Comm) Collins VHF-21A (Bottom Comm) VHF Communication Antennas CI211-1 (No. 2) VFS10-90-5 (No. 1) HF System HF Receiver-Exciter HF Control Head HF Power Amp / Antenna Coupler 🎧 Audio System Dual Audio Amplifiers Cabin & Cockpit Speakers Telex Headsets 🧭 Transponder Dual ATC Transponders (FAR 91.413 certification current per Phase 20) 🛫 Autopilot System SP-200 Autopilot Computer PC-500 Autopilot Controller SM-200 Aileron Servo SM-200 Elevator Servo Rudder Servo

    Exterior

    Exterior Notes
    Remarkably nice paint.

    Interior

    Interior Notes
    🧳 CABIN Typical Seating: 5-7 passengers Crew: Single pilot certified Cabin Height: ~4 ft 9 in Cabin Width: ~4 ft 10 in Cabin Length: ~11 ft Remarkably nice paint and leather interior. Additional images are available on request.

    Inspection Status

    Inspection Status
    No major Phase events immediately pending Fire bottle cartridges replaced Feb 2026 Recent hydrostatic tests completed Good calendar compliance profile.


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