N983QS

The airframe bearing tail number N983QS is a Cessna 680A Citation Latitude built by TEXTRON AVIATION INC, serial 680A0445. The aircraft is registered in the United States and is listed as owned by TEXTRON AVIATION INC, located in Wichita, KS, US; this ownership status is notable as it indicates manufacturer-held or manufacturer-operated custody rather than third-party private ownership. No separate operator or change-of-ownership events are published beyond the manufacturer listing. The airframe is valued at $16,250,000, reflecting typical market pricing for a late-model Citation Latitude configured for executive use and factory support status.

This specific Citation Latitude features a flat-floor stand-up cabin with a typical 8–9 place executive layout, an enclosed lavatory, and internal baggage provisions consistent with corporate transport missions. The airframe is equipped with the Garmin G5000 avionics suite, supporting advanced flight management, synthetic vision options, and integrated autopilot/flight director capabilities used on long-range business missions. Typical roles for this aircraft under manufacturer ownership include demonstration, customer evaluation, or limited corporate flight operations between transcontinental and regional hubs within the aircraft’s 2,700 nm range and at cruise speeds near 446 kts. Maintenance and support pathways are likely aligned with factory programs given the owner/operator status, simplifying parts access and service scheduling compared with independently managed fleets.

The Cessna 680A Citation Latitude occupies the midsize business turbofan category, offering a blend of cabin comfort, transcontinental range, and single-pilot capability potential. With a service ceiling of 45,000 ft and twin PW306D1 engines producing 5,907 lbf each, the type competes with other midsize offerings for charter and owner-operator buyers seeking performance around 446 kts and about 2,700 nm range. Resale and maintenance considerations for this airframe are influenced by factory ownership, Garmin G5000 avionics fit, and the strong OEM support network associated with TEXTRON AVIATION INC.