N551MS - 1980 CESSNA CITATION ISP
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.
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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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