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CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 Model Guide

CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 · Model Guide

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Overview

The CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 is a twin-engine turbofan jet in the Cessna 525 family. The inputs give no CJ2-specific payload or performance figures. The family is listed at up to 7 passengers and up to 1781 nm range. This guide covers pilot training, engine airworthiness directives and what maintenance records show.

  • The 525 family is listed at up to 7 passengers, up to 378 kt and a 45000 ft ceiling. These are family maxima, not CJ2 figures.
  • The CJ2 is covered by the Cessna 525 flight crew OSD (Rev 1, 28 July 2015), which includes single-pilot and multi-pilot transition training.
  • Williams FJ44 engines have repetitive turbine and disk inspection ADs. Confirm compliance and engine serial applicability.
  • In the sample CJ2 status report, recurring items run on 12, 24, 36, 48 and 60 month cycles. Ask for the full current report.

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2026
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What passenger and range figures apply to the CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2?

The inputs give no CJ2-specific figures. The wider Cessna 525 family is listed at up to 7 passengers, up to 1781 nm range and up to 378 kt cruise. Get the CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 figures from its flight manual.

What engines does the CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 use?

A sample CESCOM status report for a CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 (serial 525A-0444) references FJ44-3A/-3A-24 engine maintenance manuals. Always verify the engine model and serials on the aircraft you are considering.

What should I ask for when inspecting a CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2?

For a CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2, ask for the current status report and the AD compliance records for the FJ44 engines. Also ask for the dates of the last inspection documents, pitot-static checks and bottle hydro tests.

What is the CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 Model Guide?

The CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 Model Guide is a model guide for the CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2, dated 2026.

What year was the CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 Model Guide published?

The CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 Model Guide — the CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 model guide on file — is dated 2026.

How rare is it?
1,122CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 registered worldwide · 1,116 active

Common. More common than 96% of the aircraft models we track.

Documentation completeness
2/7

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Training and crew

The Operational Suitability Data (OSD) document for flight crew covers the CESSNA 525, 525A, 525B and 525C, including the CJ2. It sets out type rating, differences training and recurrent checking. It also has appendices on moving between single-pilot and multi-pilot operations. Check that your pilots meet these prerequisites.

Engine ADs to verify

A New Zealand CAA schedule dated 31 October 2024 lists Williams FJ44 engine ADs for Cessna 525 and 525A aircraft: FAA AD 97-01-05, 99-07-04 and 2022-13-15. AD 2022-13-15 covers FJ44-3A and FJ44-3A-24 engines with specific serials. Check each engine's serial against the AD, and ask for the repetitive inspection records.

Reading the maintenance record

A sample CESCOM report for CJ2 serial 525A-0444 showed 4646:48 hours and 3344 landings on 08-Apr-2025. It tracks inspection documents such as MA at 300 hours and MC at 1200 hours. It also tracks calendar items: pitot-static tests every 24 months, aircraft weighing every 48 months and fire bottle hydro tests every 60 months.

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Safety notes

  • Do not buy without proof of compliance with the Williams FJ44 engine ADs and any repetitive inspections.
  • Check the dates on pitot-static, transponder, altimeter and RVSM checks, which are on a 24-month cycle in the sample report.
  • Check the due dates on the fire extinguisher bottle hydro tests and the emergency gear pneumatic bottle hydro test.

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Full document text

CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 Model Guide The CESSNA 525-A Citation CJ2 is a twin-engine turbofan jet in the Cessna 525 family. The inputs give no CJ2-specific payload or performance figures. The family is listed at up to 7 passengers and up to 1781 nm range. This guide covers pilot training, engine airworthiness directives and what maintenance records show. • The 525 family is listed at up to 7 passengers, up to 378 kt and a 45000 ft ceiling. These are family maxima, not CJ2 figures. • The CJ2 is covered by the Cessna 525 flight crew OSD (Rev 1, 28 July 2015), which includes single-pilot and multi-pilot transition training. • Williams FJ44 engines have repetitive turbine and disk inspection ADs. Confirm compliance and engine serial applicability. • In the sample CJ2 status report, recurring items run on 12, 24, 36, 48 and 60 month cycles. Ask for the full current report. Training and crew The Operational Suitability Data (OSD) document for flight crew covers the CESSNA 525, 525A, 525B and 525C, including the CJ2. It sets out type rating, differences training and recurrent checking. It also has appendices on moving between single-pilot and multi-pilot operations. Check that your pilots meet these prerequisites. Engine ADs to verify A New Zealand CAA schedule dated 31 October 2024 lists Williams FJ44 engine ADs for Cessna 525 and 525A aircraft: FAA AD 97-01-05, 99-07-04 and 2022-13-15. AD 2022-13-15 covers FJ44-3A and FJ44-3A-24 engines with specific serials. Check each engine's serial against the AD, and ask for the repetitive inspection records. Reading the maintenance record A sample CESCOM report for CJ2 serial 525A-0444 showed 4646:48 hours and 3344 landings on 08-Apr-2025. It tracks inspection documents such as MA at 300 hours and MC at 1200 hours. It also tracks calendar items: pitot-static tests every 24 months, aircraft weighing every 48 months and fire bottle hydro tests every 60 months. Safety notes: • Do not buy without proof of compliance with the Williams FJ44 engine ADs and any repetitive inspections. • Check the dates on pitot-static, transponder, altimeter and RVSM checks, which are on a 24-month cycle in the sample report. • Check the due dates on the fire extinguisher bottle hydro tests and the emergency gear pneumatic bottle hydro test.