N318DN
Cessna 501 Citation I/SP (I/SP)
Cessna (Textron Aviation)
4 Hours
Duration of Flight
1328 NM
Range
N/A
Max Speed
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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-10-13| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-26 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-26 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-26 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-20 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-20 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Cessna 501 Citation I/SP (I/SP)
Overview
1980 Cessna 501 Citation I/SP (8 seats). Owner: DEAN LUMBER CO INC, Gilmer, TX. Serial: 501-0184. Engines: P&W Canada JT15D-1, 2,200 lbf each. Certificate issued 2023-10-13; airworthiness date 1981-01-30; expiration 2030-10-31.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1 (2200 lbf each)
- Range: 1328 nm
- Cruise: 322 kts
- Seats: 8
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Executive single-pilot layout; 6–8 passenger typical seating (I/SP single-pilot certification). Sale listing reports complete logs, recent interior condition noted by broker, and recent maintenance phases; avionics modernized in 2019 (Garmin panel). Avionics: Garmin avionics retrofit (2019) by JetTech (per sales listing)
Model & Market Context
This airframe, registered as N318DN, is a 1980-built Cessna 501 Citation I/SP with serial number 501-0184. The jet is recorded as owned by DEAN LUMBER CO INC, a corporation based in Gilmer, TX, and is registered in the US. The airframe underwent a documented avionics retrofit in 2019 (Garmin, performed by JetTech per the sales listing). Valuation and condition highlights for this specific airframe list a market value of $775,000, indicating a mature airframe with updated avionics but typical age-related considerations.
The cabin in this airframe is arranged in an executive single-pilot layout with typical seating for 6–8 passengers consistent with the I/SP single-pilot certification; the documented seating complement for this specific ship is 8. The 2019 Garmin avionics retrofit by JetTech, as noted in the sales listing, modernizes the flight deck and supports single-pilot operations and contemporary situational awareness. Typical missions for this aircraft type and configuration would include short- to medium-range corporate transport, business shuttles from Gilmer, TX, or regional hops within the 1,328 nm range profile at cruise speeds near 322 kts. Maintenance considerations for this particular airframe include age-related airframe and engine inspections customary for a 1980-built jet, balanced against the avionics upgrade which improves utility and potential dispatch reliability.
The Cessna 501 Citation I/SP occupies a light business jet niche where compact executive interiors, single-pilot capability, and relatively low operating costs are key selling points. Competing considerations in the market include newer light jets with more modern performance and efficiency, but an airframe like N318DN can appeal to owner-operators or corporate fleets valuing single-pilot operation and a modest acquisition price. Resale considerations for this specific serial (501-0184) reflect the value placed on the 2019 Garmin retrofit and the maintenance history implied by continued corporate ownership, while age and engine cycle accumulation will drive ongoing maintenance and inspection economics.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N318DN | 23NG | N100AR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 501-0184 | 680-0527 | 560-5241 |
| Year Manufactured | 1980 | 2014 | 2002 |
| Duration of Flight | 4 Hours | 7 Hours | 4 Hours |
| Range | 1328 NM | 3190 NM | 1839 NM |
| Max Speed | N/A | 460 MPH | 433 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Under 12,500lbs | Over 20,000lbs | 12,500-19,999lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 41000 ft | 47000 ft | 45000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 8 | 9 | 13 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |