N241CT
IAI Westwind II (1124A) (1124A (Westwind II))
Israel Aircraft Industries (IAI)
6 Hours
Duration of Flight
2390 NM
Range
365 MPH
Max Speed
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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2024-07-03No flight history available
Flight records for this aircraft have not been tracked yet.
AI Summary
IAI Westwind II (1124A) (1124A (Westwind II))
Overview
U.S.-registered to Avalair Aircraft Management LLC; certificated (Std/Transport); Mode S A233FA; airworthiness 1981-12-30; certificate issued 2021-11-24.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Garrett / Honeywell TFE731 (TFE731-3 series) (3700 lbf each)
- Range: 2390 nm
- Cruise: 424 kts
- Seats: 12
- Ceiling: 45000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Executive layout commonly 7 passengers (forward divan + six forward-facing seats) with belted aft lav; registry lists 12 seats. Executive gray leather seating, forward 1-place divan, refreshment center, belted aft lav; reported repaint in 2019 and cabin LED lighting upgrades on outfitted examples. Avionics: Typical retrofit: Dual Garmin GTN-750 (nav/com), Garmin GTX-335/345 Mode S transponder, Garmin GWX-75 weather radar, Dual Collins APS-80 autopilot/flight director, EGPWS, TCAS
Model & Market Context
This entry covers the specific airframe N241CT, an Israel Aircraft Industries-built IAI Westwind II (1124A) completed in 1981 with manufacturer's serial number 355. The airframe is currently owned by Avalair Aircraft Management LLC (an LLC based in Brookshire, TX, US) and is registered in the US. Registry records note a seating configuration listing of 12 and a market valuation of $470,000, reflecting its age and market condition for late-model turbofan business jets of this vintage.
The on-board cabin for N241CT is an executive layout commonly fitted for seven passengers (a forward divan plus six forward-facing seats) with a belted aft lavatory, while registry entries indicate 12 total seats for this airframe. Typical avionics retrofits applied to this type include dual Garmin GTN-750 units, a Garmin GTX-335/345 Mode S transponder, Garmin GWX-75 weather radar, dual Collins APS-80 autopilot/flight director systems, EGPWS and TCAS — a fitment that aligns with modernized mission equipment for regional executive operations. Based in Brookshire, TX, US under Avalair Aircraft Management LLC, the aircraft’s performance envelope (long-range cruise and high-service ceiling) suits business shuttle, light charter, and owner-operator missions requiring transcontinental legs and access to higher-altitude routings.
The IAI Westwind II (1124A) occupies a niche as a compact, long-range business turbofan derived from Israel Aircraft Industries’ earlier designs, offering higher cruise speed and altitude capability relative to light twins while remaining more economical than larger midsize jets. Competing models in its era include small-cabin turbofan business jets with similar range and speed characteristics; buyers typically value upgrades to avionics and propulsion for continued operations. Maintenance and resale considerations for a 1981 airframe like N241CT center on engine shop history for the TFE731-3 series, avionics upgrade status, and overall corrosion/airframe life management, factors reflected in the aircraft’s assessed value of $470,000.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N241CT | N100GX | N10XQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 355 | 228 | 169 |
| Year Manufactured | 1981 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Duration of Flight | 6 Hours | 7 Hours | 7 Hours |
| Range | 2390 NM | 3000 NM | 3400 NM |
| Max Speed | 365 MPH | 475 MPH | 470 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | 12,500-19,999lbs | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 45000 ft | 45000 ft | 45000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 12 | 11 | 9 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |