N551QS

This entry covers airframe N551QS, a 2018-build Cessna 680A Citation Latitude with manufacturer serial number 680A0151. The aircraft is registered in the United States and is owned by the corporation NetJets Sales Inc, based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; the acquisition and corporate ownership are noted as part of its stewardship. Maintenance and operational control have been aligned with fractional and corporate flight department practices typical of its owner/operator profile. The airframe carries an estimated valuation of $13,500,000, reflecting its configuration, year of manufacture, and market positioning.

The cabin for this airframe is arranged in a typical 8–9-place executive layout and is commonly configured for 9 passengers, supporting short to mid‑range corporate and charter missions. Avionics are provided by the Garmin G5000 integrated flightdeck, which supports modern glass‑cockpit operations, coupled with systems and maintenance practices consistent with Textron Aviation platforms. Typical mission profiles for N551QS include transcontinental and regional hops within the Latitude’s approximately 2,700 nm range while cruising near 429 knots and operating up to 45,000 ft, consistent with business aviation flight cycles. As an aircraft held by a corporate fractional/asset owner, the airframe is likely maintained to rigorous scheduling and tracking standards, with cabin configurations aimed at executive transport rather than high-density seating.

The Cessna 680A Citation Latitude occupies the midsize light‑jet niche, offering a balance of cabin comfort and single‑aisle accessibility with transcontinental range near 2,700 nm. Competing models target similar mission sets; the Latitude’s combination of the PW306D1 engines and the Garmin G5000 avionics package positions it favorably for owners prioritizing reliability and modern cockpit capabilities. From a resale and maintenance standpoint, units owned by corporate entities such as NetJets Sales Inc tend to have regimented records and maintenance histories, factors that support retained value around the stated $13,500,000 level for a 2018 airframe.