N444CW
Cessna 650 Citation III
Cessna (Textron Aviation)
6 Hours
Duration of Flight
2348 NM
Range
491 MPH
Max Speed
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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2025-11-26| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-17 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-17 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-17 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-17 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Cessna 650 Citation III
Overview
US-registered Cessna 650 Citation III, MSN 650-0064. Operator/marketing listing references Lithia Aircraft; broker listing indicates aircraft offered with glass Universal Insight avionics and recent DOC-8 inspection with MSP Gold.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Garrett / Honeywell TFE731-3B (TFE731-3B series) (3650 lbf each)
- Range: 2348 nm
- Cruise: 423 kts
- Seats: 8
- Ceiling: 51000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical 8‑place executive layout (forward club, aft 4 seats, enclosed lavatory/baggage per broker spec) Executive cabin, ~8 seats, baggage ~61 ft³ (listing references upgraded interior and serviceable condition) Avionics: Universal Insight glass (listing) / upgraded integrated fit referenced in broker listing
Model & Market Context
The airframe bearing tail number N444CW is a 1984-built Cessna 650 Citation III, serial number 650-0064, manufactured by Cessna (Textron Aviation). This specific airframe is owned by Lithia Aircraft, a United States-based corporate owner, and is registered in the US. Maintenance and listing notes reference an upgraded integrated avionics fit and a Universal Insight glass installation as observed in broker material, contributing to the aircraft's marketability. Current valuation recorded for the airframe is $786,850, reflecting age, configuration, and the installed avionics/condition profile.
The cabin is configured in a typical 8‑place executive layout with a forward club seating group, an aft four-place arrangement, and an enclosed lavatory/baggage compartment as noted in the broker specification for this specific aircraft. Avionics listings reference a Universal Insight glass installation and an upgraded integrated fit, indicating a mixed or updated cockpit environment suited to contemporary IFR and executive operations. Typical missions for N444CW would include short to medium-haul executive transport and charter work within a continental U.S. operating radius, leveraging a cruise speed of 423 kts and a range of 2,348 nm. Corporate ownership and a U.S. base imply domestic maintenance cycles and regulatory compliance under U.S. registry standards.
The Cessna 650 Citation III occupies a mid-to-large light-to-midsize business jet niche with high cruise speed and a 51,000 ft service ceiling, competing historically with contemporaries offering long cruise ranges and payload-capability tradeoffs. Buyers and charter operators value the Citation III for its speed and altitude performance but factor in older airframe age, parked hours, and retrofit costs—particularly for avionics upgrades noted on this airframe—when assessing maintenance and resale. The recorded value of $786,850 for this serial reflects market depreciation for 1980s-era Citations balanced by specific enhancements and an executive 8-place interior.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N444CW | 23NG | N100AR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 650-0064 | 680-0527 | 560-5241 |
| Year Manufactured | 1984 | 2014 | 2002 |
| Duration of Flight | 6 Hours | 7 Hours | 4 Hours |
| Range | 2348 NM | 3190 NM | 1839 NM |
| Max Speed | 491 MPH | 460 MPH | 433 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs | 12,500-19,999lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 51000 ft | 47000 ft | 45000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 8 | 9 | 13 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |