N42KK

The airframe bearing tail number N42KK is a Cessna Citation M2 (Model 525 M2) with manufacturer serial 525-1401, owned by Textron Aviation Inc. of Wichita, KS, US. Build year: Not published. The aircraft remains on the manufacturer's books with the owner listed as Textron Aviation Inc.; registered to the manufacturer and retained in their corporate fleet. Notable registry actions: Not published. Valuation and condition highlights indicate an estimated market value of $4,500,000, consistent with typical pre-owned and demonstrator examples in the light-cabin turbofan sector.

This specific M2 is configured with a typical six–seven place executive cabin, described as a 6–7 place executive cabin with common club and forward belted single divan arrangements seen on the M2; seating capacity is listed as 7. Avionics are the factory-standard Garmin G3000 fitment typical for the model, supporting advanced flight management, touchscreen control, and integrated safety features for single-pilot IFR operations. Operationally the airframe suits short- to mid-range missions within its 1,550 nm range and cruise speeds near 400 kts, enabling frequent business hops or light charter use; maintenance considerations follow Textron’s recommended inspection intervals for the Williams FJ44 series and Garmin avionics line-replaceable units. Based in Wichita, KS, US under manufacturer ownership, the aircraft is likely used for corporate, demonstrator, or training roles rather than line charter service.

The Cessna Citation M2 (Model 525 M2) occupies the light-cabin, entry-level business jet niche, offering a balance of single-pilot capability, relatively low operating costs, and modern cockpit technology via the Garmin G3000. Competing models in this segment include other light jets that emphasize similar cruise speeds near 400 kts and ranges around 1,500 nm. Buyer and charter demand typically favors late-production, well-equipped examples with verified maintenance histories; resale considerations for this airframe are influenced by its manufacturer ownership, current condition, and the installed Williams FJ44-1AP-21 engines with 1,965 lbf thrust ratings.