N868CM

This airframe, registered as N868CM, is a factory-built Cessna 560XL / Citation XLS+ completed in 2021 with serial number 560-6316. The airframe is owned by Textron Aviation, and it has remained in the manufacturer's corporate registry since delivery. The aircraft is a U.S.-registered, fixed-wing multi-engine business jet maintained to contemporary corporate standards; specific operator base and public registry actions are Not published. Valuation and condition assessments are Not published.

The subject airframe is configured to the Citation XLS+ cabin standard with seating for 13, supporting mixed executive transport and light charter roles typical of factory-owned demonstrator or company-use examples. Avionics fit for the model family typically includes a modern integrated flight deck and crew-focused systems, and this airframe would be maintained under manufacturer-directed programs; specific avionics and outfitting details for this serial are Not published. Operational profiles for the airframe are consistent with short- to mid-range transcontinental missions enabled by a 2,100 nm range and a high-speed cruise near 441 kts, while the 45,000 ft ceiling allows efficient high-altitude routing. Maintenance considerations align with standard PW545C engine care and manufacturer service bulletins for the Citation XLS+ lineage.

The Cessna 560XL / Citation XLS+ occupies the light-medium business jet niche, offering a balance of cabin size, speed, and operating economics for owner-operators and charter operators. Competing types include aircraft in the light-to-midsize sector that emphasize similar range and payload characteristics; demand is driven by short- to medium-haul corporate and charter missions. Resale and maintenance considerations for this 2021 airframe reflect relatively recent build status and PW545C engine commonality, which generally supports favorable parts availability and established maintenance intervals compared with older fleet members.