N38NA
Cessna 550 Citation II
Cessna
5 Hours
Duration of Flight
1800 NM
Range
403 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2020-12-28| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-28 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-28 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-28 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-28 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-28 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-28 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Cessna 550 Citation II
Overview
U.S. registration N38NA (Cessna 550 Citation II), registered to K AIR LLC (Orangeburg, SC). Airworthiness class: Standard/Transport.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-4 (2500 lbf each)
- Range: 1800 nm
- Cruise: 369 kts
- Seats: 8
- Ceiling: 43000 ft
Operations & Cabin
8-place executive
Model & Market Context
The airframe bearing tail number N38NA is a 1994-built Cessna 550 Citation II, constructor serial number 5500729. This specific airframe is registered in the US and is recorded as owned by K AIR LLC, a corporation based in Orangeburg, SC, US. No public record of prior owners, major incidents, or recent registry actions has been published for this airframe. Valuation and detailed condition reports for this individual aircraft are not published.
The airframe is outfitted with an 8-place executive cabin layout consistent with light midsize business jet usage, supporting point-to-point executive transport for small corporate groups. Typical mission profiles for this airframe type include short to medium-range business travel over its advertised 1,800 nm range at a cruise speed near 369 kts and operating altitudes up to 43,000 ft. Based from Orangeburg, SC, under corporate ownership by K AIR LLC, the aircraft is most likely operated in charter or owner-flown corporate roles; specific avionics fit, maintenance status and bespoke cabin amenities for this serial are not published. Maintenance considerations typical to this airframe include engine support for the twin JT15D-4 powerplants and standard airframe inspections for a 1994 airframe.
The Cessna 550 Citation II occupies the light/midsize business jet niche, offering higher cruise speeds and ceiling capability compared with earlier light jets while remaining more economical than larger cabin jets. Typical competitors include other light-cabin jets of the era with similar mission capability. Buyer and charter demand for Citation II airframes is driven by operating economics, cabin capacity for up to 8 passengers, and proven Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D series engine support. Resale and maintenance considerations for a 1994 airframe emphasize completed inspections, engine cycles, and documented maintenance history, all of which are key due diligence items for this specific serial 5500729.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N38NA | N100CJ | N106SR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 5500729 | 560-5100 | 550-0346 |
| Year Manufactured | 1994 | 2000 | 1982 |
| Duration of Flight | 5 Hours | 5 Hours | 5 Hours |
| Range | 1800 NM | 2110 NM | 1998 NM |
| Max Speed | 403 MPH | 433 MPH | 403 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | 12,500-19,999lbs | 12,500 to 19,999lbs | 12,500 to 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 43000 ft | 45000 ft | 43000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 8 | 13 | 8 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |