N525WC
Cessna 525 CitationJet CJ1 (CJ1)
Cessna (Textron Aviation)
4 Hours
Duration of Flight
1248 NM
Range
389 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-12-13| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-17 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2025-07-11 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2022-07-28 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Cessna 525 CitationJet CJ1 (CJ1)
Overview
Registered in the U.S.; current registrant listed as Option Air LLC (Lawrence/Boston, MA). Certificate/registry actions appear in public registries between 1995 and 2023 (see sources).
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Williams FJ44-1A (1900 lbf each)
- Range: 1248 nm
- Cruise: 324 kts
- Seats: 6
- Ceiling: 41000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical 5–6 passenger executive club layout (single‑pilot capable)
Model & Market Context
The airframe registered as N525WC is a 1995 Cessna 525 CitationJet CJ1 with serial number 525-0107, manufactured by Cessna (Textron Aviation). This specific jet is owned by Option Air LLC, a corporate owner based in Lawrence, MA, US, and is registered in the US. There are no notable registry actions published for this airframe. As of the provided data the airframe is valued at $1,250,295, reflecting its status within the used light-jet market and its mid‑1990s build year.
The cabin of this CitationJet CJ1 is configured in a typical 5–6 passenger executive club layout and is single‑pilot capable, supporting executive transport and on‑demand charter missions. Based on the owner’s location in Lawrence, MA, US, typical operations for this airframe would include regional point‑to‑point business trips within the continental United States, leveraging its 1,248 nm range and 324 kts cruise speed for efficient short to medium sectors. Avionics fit and specific interior finish levels are not published for this airframe. Maintenance considerations include routine attention to the twin Williams FJ44‑1A engines and airframe checks commensurate with a 1995-build light jet; operator maintenance history is not published.
The Cessna 525 CitationJet CJ1 occupies the light business jet niche as a fixed‑wing multi‑engine platform manufactured by Cessna (Textron Aviation), intended for single‑pilot or small‑crew executive operations. Its performance envelope—324 kts cruise, 41,000 ft ceiling and 1,248 nm range—positions it for local and regional missions where speed and airport flexibility are prioritized over long‑haul capability. Buyer and charter demand for airframes of this vintage typically emphasizes proven reliability, operating costs tied to the twin Williams FJ44‑1A engines, and resale values around the stated $1,250,295, with prospective purchasers focusing on maintenance records and avionics modernization.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N525WC | 23NG | N100AR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 525-0107 | 680-0527 | 560-5241 |
| Year Manufactured | 1995 | 2014 | 2002 |
| Duration of Flight | 4 Hours | 7 Hours | 4 Hours |
| Range | 1248 NM | 3190 NM | 1839 NM |
| Max Speed | 389 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 | 6 | 9 | 13 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |