N455GC

This entry covers airframe N455GC, a 2014-built Cessna 560XL (Citation XLS+), serial number 560-6151, registered in the US. The aircraft is owned by the University of South Carolina, a government entity based in Columbia, SC, US, and has been operated for institutional transport and administrative missions. Registry and valuation records list the airframe at an estimated market value of $10,250,000, reflecting contemporary mid-life pricing for well-equipped midsize business jets. Operated under university ownership rather than a private commercial charter operator, the airframe’s configuration and avionics fit support institutional flight operations and administrative transport duties.

The subject aircraft is fitted with a typical executive cabin in an 8–9-place layout featuring club seating and a forward refreshment center, though operator-specific arrangements may vary for institutional requirements. Avionics are installed as the Collins Pro Line 21 suite, supporting modern navigation, communication, and flight management needs for the Citation XLS+ airframe. With a cruise speed of 441 kts and a maximum operating ceiling of 45,000 ft, the platform is well suited to medium- to long-range institutional missions up to its 2,100 nm range, allowing nonstop regional and transcontinental trips typical of university administrative and athletic transport. Maintenance considerations reflect typical midsize twin-jet schedules for PW545C engines and Pro Line 21 avionics support, aligned with government-entity upkeep standards.

The Cessna 560XL (Citation XLS+) sits in the midsize business jet category, balancing cabin comfort and range with efficient twin-PW545C performance. Competing types in this performance niche include similarly equipped midsize jets offering 2,000–2,500 nm range and comparable cruise speeds, making the XLS+ attractive to institutional buyers who prioritize reliability and operating economics. Resale and maintenance considerations for this airframe emphasize engine time, Pro Line 21 avionics currency, and interior condition; the listed valuation of $10,250,000 is consistent with a 2014 XLS+ in good maintenance standing and institutional ownership.