N30M

This entry covers airframe N30M, a 2003-built Cessna 525 CitationJet CJ1 with serial number 525-0506. The aircraft is registered in the United States and is held in corporate ownership by Skysouth Aviation Inc of Durham, NC, US, which operates the airplane from that home base. There are no publicly noted dramatic registry events or major ownership transfers recorded beyond its current corporate registration; the airframe is presented at an estimated market value of $1,800,000. Condition highlights for this individual jet reflect typical CJ1-class operational status for a 2003 airframe maintained in corporate service.

The cabin of N30M is configured in a single-pilot capable, 6–8 place executive layout that includes a forward galley and an aft belted lavatory, with approximately 54 cu ft of baggage space. Avionics aboard CJ1 airframes vary by individual airplane; this airframe follows the common pattern for earlier CJ1s where Collins/ProLine heritage suites are typical, with field upgrades possible over time. Operationally the aircraft is suited to short- to medium-range corporate missions and on-demand charter work from its Durham, NC base, offering fast cruise speeds and high single-pilot utility. Maintenance considerations for this specific jet align with owner-operated CJ1 practices, emphasizing engine monitoring for the Williams FJ44 series and avionics retrofit management.

The Cessna 525 CitationJet CJ1 occupies the light business jet niche, offering high cruise speed and efficient short-field performance for regional missions. Competing models in the segment include light jets from Embraer and Honda/older Learjet derivatives; buyers seeking cost-effective entry-level jets find the CJ1 attractive for owner-operators and small charter operators. Resale and maintenance considerations center on engine cycles for the Williams FJ44-1 series and avionics configuration variability—both key drivers of market value reflected in this airframe’s assessed price of $1,800,000.