N178AS
Cessna 750 Citation X+ (X+)
Cessna Aircraft Company (Textron Aviation)
7 Hours
Duration of Flight
3460 NM
Range
528 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-03-10| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-15 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-07-06 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-07-25 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-07-12 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Cessna 750 Citation X+ (X+)
Overview
Co-owned U.S. registration (ALPHA SIERRA AVIATION LLC, PO BOX 10476, Glendale, CA). Certificate issued 2020-08-27; airworthiness date 2015-05-06; Mode S A136F6; serial 750-0502.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Rolls-Royce AE 3007C2 (7042 lbf each)
- Range: 3460 nm
- Cruise: 528 kts
- Seats: 12
- Ceiling: 51000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Avionics: Garmin G5000
Model & Market Context
This airframe, registered as N178AS, is a 2015-built Cessna 750 Citation X+ with serial number 750-0502. It is registered in the United States and is owned by ALPHA SIERRA AVIATION LLC, a corporate owner based in Glendale, CA, US. The airframe is configured for a business/charter role with an indicated market valuation of $12,000,000. Notable registry facts include its US registration and single corporate ownership record as presented.
The cabin of this Cessna 750 Citation X+ airframe accommodates 12 seats, supporting executive transport or small-group charter operations from its owner-operator base in Glendale, CA, US. Avionics are fitted with a Garmin G5000 suite, enabling advanced flight management and situational awareness for long-range high-speed missions. With a cruise speed of 528 kts and a range of 3,460 nm, typical operations for this airframe would include transcontinental and medium intercontinental routes where speed and time-sensitive point-to-point transport are priorities. Maintenance and operational considerations for this specific aircraft align with the requirements for twin Rolls-Royce AE 3007C2 powerplants and the integrated Garmin G5000 avionics environment, under the corporate stewardship of ALPHA SIERRA AVIATION LLC.
As a member of the Citation X+ family, this airframe occupies the high-performance business jet niche within Textron Aviation’s lineup, combining long-range capability with high cruise speed and a 51,000 ft service ceiling. The combination of Rolls-Royce AE 3007C2 engines and Garmin G5000 avionics positions it competitively against other long-range light-to-midsize business jets for buyers and charter operators prioritizing speed and cross-country reach. Resale and maintenance considerations for this particular serial and build year reflect typical corporate-owned Citation X+ examples, with valuation at $12,000,000 guiding market expectations for lifecycle and transactional decisions.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N178AS | 834JS | N1000E |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 750-0502 | 560-5179 | 550-1011 |
| Year Manufactured | 2015 | 2001 | 2002 |
| Duration of Flight | 7 Hours | 4 Hours | 5 Hours |
| Range | 3460 NM | 1839 NM | 1900 NM |
| Max Speed | 528 MPH | 433 MPH | 402 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Under 12,500lbs | 12,500-19,999lbs | 12,500 to 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 51000 ft | 45000 ft | 45000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 12 | 13 | 8 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |