N525KA
Cessna 525 CitationJet (CJ1) (CJ1)
Cessna (Textron Aviation)
3 Hours
Duration of Flight
1248 NM
Range
381 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2021-11-12| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-05 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-02 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-02 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-10-02 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-29 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-09-29 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Cessna 525 CitationJet (CJ1) (CJ1)
Overview
US registration N525KA (Cessna 525, MSN 525-0019) registered to PHYSICAL SYSTEMS INC, Carson City, NV. Type: Cessna 525 (CitationJet/CJ1).
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Williams FJ44-1A (1900 lbf each)
- Range: 1248 nm
- Cruise: 381 kts
- Seats: 8
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Model & Market Context
The airframe bearing registration N525KA is a Cessna 525 CitationJet (CJ1) built in 1993 with serial number 525-0019. It is owned by PHYSICAL SYSTEMS INC, a corporation based in Carson City, NV, US, and is registered in the US. The airframe’s documented valuation stands at $1,900,000, reflecting its age and equipment complement for its class. No additional historical events or prior operators were published in the provided data.
The cabin of this Cessna 525 CitationJet (CJ1) is configured to accommodate 8 seats, consistent with light business jet utilization for small groups or corporate transport. Typical mission profiles supported by its 1,248 nm range and 381 kt cruise speed include short- to mid-range point-to-point business travel, regional hops, and repositioning flights from its operator base in Carson City, NV, US. The twin Williams FJ44-1A engines, each producing 1,900 lbf of thrust, enable operations up to a service ceiling of 41,000 ft, allowing efficient cruise and flexible route planning. Specific interior appointments, avionics suite, and recent maintenance records were not published in the provided data.
The Cessna 525 CitationJet (CJ1) occupies the light-cabin, entry-level business jet niche, offering relatively high cruise speed and a ceiling suitable for efficient regional operations. With the airframe built in 1993 and a reported value of $1,900,000, resale and charter market considerations typically center on engine hours, avionics upgrades, and maintenance history for continued competitiveness. Buyers and operators often compare the CitationJet family against other light jets for operating economics and mission flexibility; maintenance and parts considerations for the twin Williams FJ44-1A engines are central to lifecycle cost assessments.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N525KA | 23NG | N100AR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 525-0019 | 680-0527 | 560-5241 |
| Year Manufactured | 1993 | 2014 | 2002 |
| Duration of Flight | 3 Hours | 7 Hours | 4 Hours |
| Range | 1248 NM | 3190 NM | 1839 NM |
| Max Speed | 381 MPH | 460 MPH | 433 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Under 12,500lbs | Over 20,000lbs | 12,500-19,999lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 41000 ft | 47000 ft | 45000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 8 | 9 | 13 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |