N23VK

The airframe registered as N23VK is a 1980-built Cessna 501 Citation I/SP, serial 501-0175, manufactured by Cessna (Textron Aviation). It is recorded on the US registry and is owned by corporation SCS AVIATION INC of Wilmington, DE, US. Registered to SCS AVIATION INC, the airframe’s on‑file valuation is $510,000, reflecting its vintage production year and configured condition. The aircraft’s documented operator/home base is Wilmington, Delaware, and its status on the US registry is a primary public-record highlight for this airframe.

This specific airframe is fitted in an executive 8-seat layout with the single‑pilot I/SP typical seating arrangement, supporting light business transport and short to mid‑range executive missions. The cabin configuration is intended for corporate transport and charter operations consistent with its US‑based owner and Wilmington operator base. Operational profiles for this jet frequently leverage its 1,328 nm range and 357 kt cruise speed for point‑to‑point regional missions. Maintenance considerations for this 1980 airframe include the aging of systems and monitoring of the twin Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1A engines, which remain a critical component of dispatch reliability and operating economics.

The Cessna 501 Citation I/SP occupies the light twin‑engine business jet niche produced by Cessna (Textron Aviation) and, for this particular airframe, offers trans‑regional capability with a 41,000 ft ceiling. Market demand for older Citation I/SP examples typically reflects factors such as logged hours, maintenance history, and avionics updates; the listed value of $510,000 for this airframe signals a market position influenced by age and configuration. Resale and operator considerations for this model commonly emphasize engine lifecycle (Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D series) and the cost/availability of updates to avionics and interior to retain competitiveness.