N885EM
Cessna 525B Citation CJ3 (525B / CJ3)
Textron Aviation Inc. (Cessna)
5 Hours
Duration of Flight
2040 NM
Range
416 MPH
Max Speed

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Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2023-04-14| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-13 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
Cessna 525B Citation CJ3 (525B / CJ3)
Overview
2009 Cessna 525B (CJ3), MSN 525B0296; registered to DPA LLC of Coeur d'Alene, ID. Certificate issue 2018-01-19; airworthiness 2016-08-08; last recorded FAA action 2023-04-14.
Specifications
- Engines: 2× Williams FJ44-3A (2820 lbf each)
- Range: 2040 nm
- Cruise: 416 kts
- Seats: 8
- Ceiling: 45000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Typical executive layout (6–8 passengers, executive seating) Executive cabin, up to 8 seats; forward/cabin baggage capability (approx. 65 cu ft reported for this model) Avionics: Collins Pro Line 21 (reported)
Model & Market Context
This entry concerns airframe N885EM, a 2009-built Cessna 525B Citation CJ3 with serial number 525B0296. The airframe is recorded as owned by DPA LLC, a corporation based in Coeur d'Alene, ID, US, and is maintained on the United States civil register. The aircraft's documented configuration and registry details reflect a typical corporate light jet role; ownership is held by DPA LLC with the operator/home base associated with Coeur d'Alene. No additional notable registry actions or transfers are published in the supplied data.
The airframe is outfitted in a typical executive cabin layout configured for 6–8 passengers with executive seating, reflecting its intended use in on-demand charter or corporate transport. Avionics are reported as Collins Pro Line 21, supporting modern cockpit navigation, communication and flight management functionality appropriate to its performance class. Typical mission profiles for this Citation CJ3 include short- to medium-range point-to-point corporate hops, regional business trips, and on-demand charter missions from its home base area in northern Idaho. Maintenance considerations for this specific airframe follow the general service regime for Williams FJ44-3A powered Citation jets, with scheduled inspections and engine program adherence relevant to sustained operational availability.
The Cessna 525B Citation CJ3 occupies a light business jet niche emphasizing efficient regional performance, low runway field-length requirements, and economical operating costs relative to larger cabin classes. With a cruise of 416 knots and range near 2,040 nm, it competes with light jets from manufacturers offering similar combinations of speed and range. Buyer and charter demand typically favors well-equipped, avionics-modern examples like this airframe; resale and maintenance considerations center on engine program status, avionics condition (here reported as Collins Pro Line 21) and the airframe’s maintenance records.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N885EM | N101WD | N1027P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 525B0296 | 560-6286 | 680-0004 |
| Year Manufactured | 2009 | 2020 | 2004 |
| Duration of Flight | 5 Hours | 5 Hours | 6 Hours |
| Range | 2040 NM | 2100 NM | 2847 NM |
| Max Speed | 416 MPH | 441 MPH | 458 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | 12,500 to 19,999lbs | 12,500 to 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 45000 ft | 45000 ft | 47000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 8 | 13 | 9 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |