N495JK

This entry concerns airframe N495JK, a 2010-built Cessna Citation Mustang, serial number 510-0296, manufactured by Cessna (Textron Aviation). The aircraft is US-registered and carries the Model designation Cessna Citation Mustang (Model 510). No detailed public ownership timeline or notable registry actions have been published for this specific tail number. Condition and valuation specifics for this airframe are not published in the provided data set.

The subject aircraft is equipped with a four-place executive cabin configured as a 4-place executive cabin (single-pilot certified) with forward entry and small lavatory/limited baggage, reflecting the Mustang's role as a very light jet optimized for short to mid-range business missions. The flight deck is fitted with a Garmin G1000 integrated flight deck, supporting single-pilot operations and modern avionics integration for situational awareness and systems monitoring. Typical mission profiles for this airframe type include point-to-point business travel, air-taxi, and owner-operated flights within its 1,167 nm ferry radius and cruise speeds around 340 kts; the limited baggage and small lavatory constrain long-haul comfort and large-cargo missions. Maintenance considerations for this particular airframe would follow standard PW615F-A engine programs and G1000 avionics support protocols; specific maintenance history for N495JK has not been published.

The Cessna Citation Mustang (Model 510) occupies the very light jet segment, offering turbofan performance with single-pilot certification and economical operating costs relative to larger light jets. Powered by twin Pratt & Whitney Canada PW615F-A engines producing 1,460 lbf each, the Mustang delivers a high cruise speed and a service ceiling of 41,000 ft, making it competitive for short- to mid-range executive missions. Competing models in this niche include other VLJs and entry-level light jets where buyers prioritize single-pilot capability, low operating costs, and simplified systems such as the Garmin G1000 integration; resale and maintenance considerations typically center on engine program status and avionics updates.