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The Cessna 500 (ICAO type C500) is an aircraft of United States origin, certificated in the Transport category. It has a maximum take-off weight of 5,300 kg. It offers a maximum range of 1,210 nm, a cruise speed of 357 knots, a service ceiling of 41,000 ft and seating for up to 8 across its variants.

Cessna 500

Cessna 500
C500
Photo: Alan Radecki · CC BY 2.5
Year
—
Owner
—
Last seen
—
MTOW
5,300 kg
Range
1,210 nm
Seats
8
500
Cessna · 500
Model overview

Fleet & certification

Built
187
Active
185
Origin
United States
Certifying authorities
FAA
Market

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Marketplace

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1972 Cessna Citation 500 SP Eagle3 photos
1972 Cessna Citation 500 SP Eagle
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$850,000Listed 3w ago
Originally listed on external source
1976 Citation 50045 photos
1976 Citation 500
VP-COM9,805 hrBermuda
Price on requestListed 2mo ago
Originally listed on external source
Exterior view of a 1972 CESSNA CITATION 500, N397SC.7 photos
1972 Cessna Citation 500
N397SC9,600 hrSan Diego, USA
Price on requestListed 2mo ago
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Variants

Per-variant specifications

VariantEngineMTOWRangeCruisePax
500
500
—5,300 kg1,210 nm357 kt8
Type certification

The FAA paperwork

TCDS A22CE · Rev 64 · issued 2008-10-01

Category
Transport
MTOW
5,375 kg
MZFW
3,810 kg
Seats
2 crew · 7 passengers
Fuel
1,015 L
Ceiling
41,000 ft
Approved fuelJet AJet A-1Jet BJP-4JP-5JP-8
Certification basis

Part 25 of the Federal Aviation Regulations effective February 1, 1965, as amended by Amendments 25-1 through 25-17;

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Safety & ops history

Where to look next

Detailed safety & ops history coming soon — view this model's FAA Airworthiness Directives at FAA.gov.
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Cessna 500 market & fleet intelligence

Registry, flight-tracking and market data on the Cessna 500 fleet — updated daily.

Fleet age

52 yearsmedian age

Of the 75 registered Cessna 500 with a known build year (40% of the 187 we track), the median age is 52 years.

Registration activity

2changed registration in 12 months

2 of the 187 registered Cessna 500 we track changed registration in the last 12 months (1% of the fleet), across 2 registration events. Registration changes include ownership transfers, re-registrations and address updates — not all are sales.

For sale now

12Cessna 500 listed for sale

$330Kmedian $450K$950K

Asking prices from $330K to $950K, typically $368K–$670K — based on 19 USD asking prices on Sprinkle, not an appraisal.

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Cessna 500 manuals & documents

12 documents for the Cessna 500 — Pilot's Operating Handbook · Checklist · Maintenance Manual · Weight & Balance · Specifications · Other Documents · Model Guide · Service Bulletins · Airworthiness Directives. PDFs served from cdn.sprinkle.com.

Overview
CESSNA AIRCRAFT COMPANY MODEL 500/501 MAINTENANCE MANUAL · 2010

This Maintenance Manual is designed for the Cessna Citation 500 and 501 aircraft models. It provides comprehensive guidance for maintenance personnel, detailing procedures, inspection programs, and revisions made to the manual. The document includes a revision summary that outlines changes to various sections, ensuring that operators have the most current information for maintaining the aircraft. The manual is structured to facilitate easy navigation through chapters and sections, each addressing specific maintenance tasks and requirements.

  • The manual is for Cessna Citation 500 and 501 models, published in 2010.
  • Includes a comprehensive revision summary for tracking changes.
  • Details specific time limits for maintenance checks and inspections.
  • Outlines procedures for both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
  • Emphasizes the importance of continuous inspection for safety.

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Reference only, not for flight. Use the current approved manual for your aircraft. See terms, section 5.

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Pilot's Operating Handbook

Checklist

Maintenance Manual

Weight & Balance

Specifications

Other Documents

Model Guide

Service Bulletins

Airworthiness Directives

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500 — frequently asked
What is the range of the Cessna 500?

The Cessna 500 has a maximum range of 1,210 nautical miles across variants.

How many people can the Cessna 500 carry?

The Cessna 500 seats up to 8 across its variants.

What is the MTOW of the Cessna 500?

The Cessna 500's maximum take-off weight is 5,300 kg.

What is the ICAO type designator for the Cessna 500?

The Cessna 500's ICAO type designator is C500.

How many Cessna 500 aircraft are registered worldwide?

Sprinkle tracks 187 registered Cessna 500 airframes worldwide.