N728TG

This airframe, registered as N728TG, is an Israel Aircraft Industries IAI 1124A Westwind built in 1984 with serial number 420. The aircraft is registered in the United States and is recorded as owned by the Houston-based corporation TECHNIK MARINE INC. Acquisition by TECHNIK MARINE INC represents the most recent notable ownership entry on the registry, and the airframe is listed at an estimated market value of $500,000. As a mid-1980s business jet of its type, the airframe’s condition and valuation reflect age, maintenance history, and the specialized market for older Westwind airframes.

The airframe is certified for a maximum cabin configuration of 12 passengers but is commonly fitted in executive layouts accommodating 7–10 occupants, reflecting typical corporate interior refits for comfort and mission flexibility. Operated from its U.S. registry and based for operator purposes in Houston, TX, the aircraft is typically employed on short- to medium-range business missions within the continental United States and to nearby international destinations, leveraging its 2,390 nm range and 390 kt cruise speed. Avionics fits vary by individual aircraft and aftermarket upgrades; maintenance considerations for this specific airframe are influenced by its 1984 build year, legacy systems associated with the Westwind platform, and support requirements for the TFE731 engine family.

The IAI 1124A Westwind occupies a niche as a light-to-midsize twin-jet from the late Cold War era, offering transcontinental capability at modest acquisition cost relative to newer models. Common competitors for mission profiles include older variants of the Learjet series and early Citation models; buyer demand tends toward cost-conscious operators, collectors, and specialized charter firms. Resale and maintenance considerations for this airframe hinge on airframe hours, engine time, completion updates, and the availability of parts and technical support for the TFE731 series.