N309CJ
Cessna 525A CitationJet CJ2+ (CJ2+)
Cessna Aircraft Company (Textron Aviation)
4 Hours
Duration of Flight
1781 NM
Range
413 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-07-24| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-07 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-07-07 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Cessna 525A CitationJet CJ2+ (CJ2+)
Overview
2006 Cessna 525A CitationJet CJ2+ (MSN 525A0309). Registered to JE AIR LLC, Byron Center, MI. FAA certificate action recorded 2023-07-24; airworthiness dated 2011-03-29; registration expiration 2030-07-31. Mode S hex A340FC.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Williams FJ44-3A-24 (2490 lbf each)
- Range: 1781 nm
- Cruise: 402 kts
- Seats: 8
- Ceiling: 45000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical 7–8 place executive club layout with forward refreshment center and aft belted lavatory (operator-configurable). ## Overview **N309CJ** is a 2006 **Cessna 525A CitationJet CJ2+** (MSN 525A0309) owned by **JE AIR LLC**. ## Key Specifications - **Engines:** 2 × Williams FJ44-3A-24 (2490 lbf each) - **Range:** 1,781 nm | **Cruise:** 402 kts / Mach 0.72 - **Seats:** 8 | **Ceiling:** 45,000 ft - **Estimated Value:** $4,000,000 ## Current Status Based in the U.S. (Byron Center, MI); active in 2025 with regional flights. Marketed-class value reflects comparable 2006 CJ2+ examples. Avionics: Collins Pro Line 21 (common on many CJ2+ examples)
Model & Market Context
This entry covers airframe N309CJ, a 2006 build of the Cessna 525A CitationJet CJ2+ manufactured by Cessna Aircraft Company (Textron Aviation), serial number 525A0309. The aircraft is registered in the US and is registered to JE AIR LLC, a corporation based in Byron Center, MI, US, which serves as the operator/home base for this airframe. No additional registry actions are published in the supplied data; the airframe is valued at $4,000,000 and is presented in standard operator-configurable condition as indicated by its documented cabin configuration and avionics fit.
The cabin of N309CJ conforms to a typical CJ2+ executive layout with a 7–8 place club configuration, featuring a forward refreshment center and an aft belted lavatory; the arrangement is noted as operator-configurable for mission flexibility. Avionics aboard this airframe are reported as Collins Pro Line 21, a fit common on many CJ2+ examples and suitable for mixed short‑to‑mid‑range business missions. With a cruise speed of 402 kts and a maximum range of 1,781 nm, this airframe is configured to perform point‑to‑point regional executive transport from its operator base in Byron Center, MI, US, supporting typical charter or corporate trip profiles. Maintenance considerations follow from the twin Williams FJ44-3A-24 engines and the avionics suite standardization noted.
As a Cessna 525A CitationJet CJ2+ airframe, N309CJ sits within the light‑jet performance niche characterized by transregional range and high cruise speed relative to turboprop alternatives. The combination of a 45,000 ft ceiling, efficient Williams FJ44-3A-24 powerplants, and the Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite targets operators seeking fast, short‑to‑mid‑range executive transport with a compact cabin. The stated valuation of $4,000,000 reflects market consideration for airframes of this vintage and configuration, with typical resale and maintenance factors driven by engine hours, avionics configuration, and operator maintenance history.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N309CJ | 834JS | N1000E |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 525A0309 | 560-5179 | 550-1011 |
| Year Manufactured | 2006 | 2001 | 2002 |
| Duration of Flight | 4 Hours | 4 Hours | 5 Hours |
| Range | 1781 NM | 1839 NM | 1900 NM |
| Max Speed | 413 MPH | 433 MPH | 402 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | 12,500-19,999lbs | 12,500-19,999lbs | 12,500 to 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 45000 ft | 45000 ft | 45000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 8 | 13 | 8 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |