N892Z

The airframe bearing tail number N892Z is a 2008-built Cessna 560XL Citation XLS+, serial number 560-6007, manufactured by Textron Aviation (Cessna). This specific airframe is owned by ZIRKLE AVIATION LLC, an LLC based in Selah, WA, US, and is registered in the US civil registry. The record for this airframe reflects standard private ownership and operation rather than airline or fractional use; ownership by ZIRKLE AVIATION LLC and its US registration are the primary notable registry entries. Valuation estimates place the airframe at approximately $7,000,000, reflecting typical market condition for a late-2000s XLS+ in active service.

The cabin of this Cessna 560XL Citation XLS+-configured airframe accommodates up to 13 seats in a light business/charter layout typical for the XLS+ series, enabling short to mid‑range executive transport. Avionics fit is the Collins Pro Line 21 suite (typical for XLS+), providing integrated flight management, navigation, and cockpit automation consistent with the platform’s operational role. Typical mission profiles for N892Z include regional corporate trips and on-demand charter legs within its 2,100 nm range and at cruise speeds near 429 kts, with operational ceilings up to 45,000 ft supporting efficient high-altitude cruise. As a privately owned aircraft based in Selah, WA, routine maintenance follows OEM schedules for the PW545C engines and Pro Line avionics, and operator maintenance status influences residual value against the estimated $7,000,000 appraisal.

The Cessna 560XL Citation XLS+ occupies the light-medium business jet segment, offering a balance of cabin capacity, speed, and operating economics against competitors such as the Embraer Legacy 450/Phenom-class and older Gulfstream turbofan entries. With twin PW545C engines producing 4,119 lbf each, the model delivers reliable performance for regional missions and charter demand. Market considerations for this 2008 airframe include engine and avionics life‑cycle timing, cyclical charter demand, and resale liquidity; a well‑maintained XLS+ such as N892Z typically retains appeal for owner-operators and charter brokers seeking a 13‑seat, high‑utility light jet.