N242DJ

This airframe, registered as N242DJ, is a 1978-built Cessna 501 Citation I/SP with serial number 501-0068, manufactured by Cessna Aircraft Company (Textron Aviation). The aircraft is registered in the United States and listed to corporate owner South Eastern Atlantic Aviation LLC of Lewes, DE, US. Prior registration records documented an upgraded avionics fit and a six-place executive interior under earlier operators, and the airframe presently carries an indicated market valuation of $550,000. Registry history and prior equipment changes are reflected in operator records rather than in a single continuous commercial operator timeline.

The cabin on this airframe is documented with a six-place executive layout, reported under earlier registration records as an executive club configuration; seating and furnishing details were operator-dependent. Avionics upgrades have been reported on the airframe during prior registrations, including Garmin components (notably GTN 530W, GTX345/GTX330ES, GMA340, GDL69), TCAS‑II and weather radar, although specific fit varied by operator and over time. Based on the aircraft's range and cruise speed, typical missions for this airframe are short‑to‑medium regional business trips and corporation shuttle flights from its operator/home base in Lewes, DE, US. As a 1978 airframe, continued consideration of component life limits and avionics obsolescence is pertinent for maintenance planning and recurrent equipment upgrades.

The Cessna 501 Citation I/SP occupies the light business jet niche, offering transregional performance with modest operating range and climb capability reflected in this airframe's 1,328 nm range and 41,000 ft ceiling. Demand for airframes of this vintage tends to center on owner‑operators and charter operators seeking economical acquisition cost, with resale value influenced by avionics level, interior condition and documented maintenance. For this specific airframe, the reported Garmin avionics upgrades and executive six‑place cabin enhance utility and marketability, while age‑related maintenance and parts considerations remain relevant to buyers.