N580Z

This article concerns airframe N580Z, a Cessna-built light business jet identified as a Cessna 525 Citation CJ1+ with manufacturer serial number 525-0672. The aircraft is registered in the US and is owned by a Private owner recorded as an individual; no further public ownership timeline or operator base is published. There are no published build-year or notable registry actions available for this airframe. Valuation and condition notes list the airframe at an estimated price of $2,000,000, reflecting market position for a well-equipped CJ1+ in typical operational condition.

The cabin of N580Z follows a typical five-place executive club configuration with an enclosed lavatory and a small refreshment center, suited to short- to mid-range corporate missions and owner-flown or light charter operations. Avionics fit is noted as Pro Line 21, while many CJ1+ examples have Garmin retrofit options available, indicating potential flexibility for modernization during maintenance cycles. With a cruise speed of 389 kts and a range of 1,266 nm, the airframe is optimized for regional point-to-point trips with a maximum certified ceiling of 41,000 ft, permitting efficient cruise above commercial traffic. Specific operator base and maintenance history for this registration are not published.

The Cessna 525 Citation CJ1+ occupies the light, short-to-medium range business jet niche, offering modest seating and efficient turbofan performance from its twin Williams FJ44-1AP engines. The combination of cruise speed, ceiling, and compact five-seat cabin targets owner-operators and small corporate missions where runway performance and operating economy matter. At an assessed value of $2,000,000, resale considerations typically hinge on avionics modernization (such as Garmin retrofits), current engine and calendar-hour status, and completion condition when compared to comparable light jets in the pre-owned market.