N3GN
Cessna 501 Citation I/SP (I/SP)
Cessna
4 Hours
Duration of Flight
1328 NM
Range
350 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2024-10-19No flight history available
Flight records for this aircraft have not been tracked yet.
AI Summary
Cessna 501 Citation I/SP (I/SP)
Overview
US registration N3GN (Cessna 501, MSN 501-0090). Status: Assigned. Owner: R-AIR INC (Wilmington, DE). Certificate issue: 2007-08-31. Airworthiness date listed as 1987-11-30. Last FAA action: 2024-10-19. Expiration: 2028-01-31.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1 (2200 lbf each)
- Range: 1328 nm
- Cruise: 357 kts
- Seats: 8
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Single-pilot certified (I/SP); typical 5–7 passenger executive layout (forward galley, club seating, aft lav) — configuration varies by operator/refit. Not publicly documented for this tail; typical Citation I interiors include club seating, forward refreshment center and an aft lavatory when configured for executive use.
Model & Market Context
This airframe, operating as N3GN, is a Cessna 501 Citation I/SP with constructor serial number 501-0090. The aircraft is owned by R-AIR INC, a corporation based in Wilmington, DE, US, and is registered in the US. Not published registry actions or public valuations are recorded for this specific airframe in the provided data. Condition highlights beyond manufacturer configuration and engine type are not published.
The airframe is certified single-pilot (I/SP) and is commonly outfitted in a typical executive layout accommodating five to seven passengers, with a forward galley, club seating and an aft lavatory; final configuration varies by operator or refit. Operated by R-AIR INC from its Wilmington, Delaware base, the aircraft’s mission profile aligns with light corporate and on-demand charter segments—short- to medium-range point-to-point business travel within the continental United States and nearby regions. Avionics fit and specific amenity lists for this airframe are not published in the supplied data. Maintenance considerations for this airframe focus on maintaining the JT15D-1 turbofan pair and ensuring compliance with single-pilot certification requirements and any operator-specific interior refit standards.
The Cessna 501 Citation I/SP occupies the light-corporate twinjet niche as an early-generation Citation optimized for short- to medium-range business travel, with cruise speeds around 357 kts and ceilings to 41,000 ft. Competing models historically include other light business jets powered by small turbofans; demand is generally from owner-operators and charter companies seeking single-pilot capability and efficient short-haul performance. The presence of Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-1 engines shapes maintenance and parts considerations, and resale value and buyer interest typically reflect the airframe’s configuration, avionics level and overall maintenance history.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N3GN | N100CJ | N106SR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 501-0090 | 560-5100 | 550-0346 |
| Year Manufactured | 0 | 2000 | 1982 |
| Duration of Flight | 4 Hours | 5 Hours | 5 Hours |
| Range | 1328 NM | 2110 NM | 1998 NM |
| Max Speed | 350 MPH | 433 MPH | 403 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Under 12,500lbs | 12,500 to 19,999lbs | 12,500 to 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 41000 ft | 45000 ft | 43000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 8 | 13 | 8 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |