N59GB

This airframe, registered as N59GB, is a 1982-built Cessna 551 Citation II/SP, serial number 551-0060. The aircraft is owned by TH LEASING CORP, a corporation based in Wilmington, DE, US, and is maintained on the US civil registry. No public record of prior owners or major registry actions is provided beyond the current corporate ownership. The airframe is presented as a functional older-generation light business jet with an estimated market value of $800,000, reflecting its age, configuration, and typical market depreciation for aircraft of this vintage.

The cabin on this airframe is fitted in an executive layout accommodating 6–8 passengers in club seating, with a belted aft lavatory and a forward refreshment area consistent with typical Citation II/SP executive interiors. Avionics commonly fitted to this model include the Collins Pro Line II suite, which is noted as a common fit and may be present on this specific airframe. Typical mission profiles for this aircraft include short- to mid-range business travel within its 1,998 nm range and regional charter or corporate shuttle operations at cruise speeds near 403 kts and operating ceilings up to 43,000 ft. Based in the US under corporate ownership, maintenance and operations would be conducted to US regulatory standards; specific maintenance history for this airframe is not published in the provided data.

The Cessna 551 Citation II/SP occupies the light, entry-level business jet niche for operators seeking transcontinental regional performance with modest operating costs relative to larger jets. Competing models in its era and market position include other light jets powered by similar JT15D-class engines. Buyer and charter demand for aircraft of this vintage tends to focus on price, maintenance status, and avionics fitment such as the Collins Pro Line II; these factors strongly influence resale value and operational attractiveness. Given the listed $800,000 valuation, prospective buyers typically assess airframe hours, engine service history, and any avionics or interior upgrades before acquisition.