N525KS

This article covers airframe N525KS, a Cessna 525 CitationJet (CJ1) built in 1999 with serial number 525-0024. The aircraft is manufactured by Cessna (Textron Aviation) and is registered in the US. Ownership is recorded to NT AVIATION LLC, an LLC based in Wichita, KS, US, which serves as the listed operator and home base; there are no additional public registry actions noted in the provided data. Valuation and condition highlights indicate an estimated market value of $1,700,000, reflecting its age, equipment fit, and typical 525-series market positioning.

The cabin of N525KS follows the typical executive configuration for the type, a 5–8-place executive layout with a forward galley and a belted aft lavatory, suitable for short- to medium-range business missions. The avionics fit for this airframe is the common Collins Pro Line 21 installation, a factory or retrofit option frequently encountered on the 525 series, supporting modern navigation, communication and flight-management capabilities. Typical mission profiles for this airframe include single-leg business travel or on-demand charter missions within its 1,248 nm range and cruise speed around 381 kts, operating from its listed base in Wichita, KS. Maintenance considerations follow 525-series norms, with twin Williams FJ44-1A engines and airframe-specific checks; the belted aft lavatory and forward galley inform interior maintenance and inspection cycles.

The Cessna 525 CitationJet (CJ1) occupies the light jet niche, offering efficient short-field performance and lower operating costs relative to larger cabin-class jets. In this performance band, buyers and operators compare it with other light jets that prioritize speed and runway flexibility; resale and maintenance considerations hinge on engine time, avionics suites such as the Collins Pro Line 21, and interior configuration. At an estimated $1,700,000, N525KS reflects a late-1990s airframe with a common avionics fit and executive cabin that keeps it relevant for owner-operators and small charter operators seeking cost-effective, short- to mid-range capability.