N56WE

N56WE is a 1978 Cessna 501 Citation I/SP (MSN 501-0056) registered in the United States and currently shown on the public registration as held by NEXT LEVEL AVIATION GROUP LLC. The airframe is a single-pilot certified Citation I/SP configuration typically outfitted for 6–8 executive seats; this example is commonly listed with an eight-seat executive layout. The jet is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-series turbofan engines, each producing approximately 2,200 lbf, giving the type a long-range regional capability and a service ceiling around 41,000 ft.

N56WE operates in a regional executive role (short- to medium-haul missions) and is best-suited for city-to-city hops and access to shorter runways. Reported characteristics for the 501 series include a long-range capability (~1,300+ nm with reserves), a cruise in the low- to mid-300 kt range, and a usable fuel capacity near 564 US gallons. Typical operator fit includes 5–8 executive seats, an aft lavatory, and a small refreshment center; specific avionics for this airframe are not publicly documented in the available records. Recent position/activity records show the airplane active in late 2025 on regional legs across Arkansas/Mid‑South airports, consistent with corporate charter or owner flights.

The Cessna 500/501 Citation I family was developed in the 1970s as a light business jet emphasizing short-field performance and economical cruise for regional missions. The I/SP single-pilot variant kept the basic Citation I performance envelope while offering simplified crew requirements and lower operating cost relative to larger midsize jets. The airframe competes with early-model light business jets from the same era and remains attractive to operators needing efficient, low-cost jets with good runway performance. Photographic and tracking records show multiple public spotting images and recent activity for N56WE, and registries indicate several ownership changes over its operational life.