N552BG

This entry covers airframe N552BG, a 1982-built airframe of the Cessna 550 Citation II family, serial number 550-0401. The airframe is currently owned by the Tennessee-based corporation WBG Aviation LLC, and is registered in the United States; ownership and registration have been recorded to that entity in public registries. The aircraft’s valuation is listed at $900,000, reflecting its age and configuration while indicating continued operational status. Notable registry actions include its documented corporate ownership and standard U.S. registration transfers consistent with corporate-operated light business jets.

The airframe’s cabin is fitted in an executive 8-passenger layout with a mid-cabin 4-place club configuration, a forward refreshment center, and a belted aft lavatory capability created by an aft baggage modification; this layout supports typical short‑to‑medium sector business missions. Avionics and systems on the specific airframe combine Collins radios with a Garmin GTN‑625 navigator, Honeywell weather radar, and Honeywell KGP‑560 TAWS, supplemented by Collins ADF/DME and a Sperry autopilot, enabling IFR operations and situational awareness on regional cross‑country flights. Operated from a Tennessee base by a corporate owner, the jet is suited to owner‑flown or charter missions within its 1,900 nm range and is commonly flown on domestic to near‑international routes where runway performance and high‑altitude cruise capability are priorities. Routine maintenance considerations for this airframe include JT15D‑4 engine support and legacy avionics integration with current navigation services.

The Cessna 550 Citation II occupies the light business jet niche with efficient short‑field performance and comfortable eight‑seat cabin arrangements; its cruise speed and 43,000 ft ceiling keep it competitive for regional business travel. Contemporary alternatives include other light jets of its era and modern entry midsize types, but the Citation II remains attractive for buyers seeking lower acquisition cost—here reflected in the $900,000 valuation—balanced against older‑type maintenance and parts considerations. Resale and charter demand tend to favor well‑maintained, avionics‑upgraded airframes, making the specific fit of Collins/Garmin and Honeywell systems on this example a positive factor for continued operational utility.