Citation CJ2 Market Update – May 2025
Fleet Size and Availability
As of May 2025, there are 24 CJ2s listed for sale, including 1 off-market aircraft, representing 10.2% of the active fleet. This reflects a modest reduction from the March 2025 high of 28 listings, suggesting a tightening of inventory.
Market Listings
Current asking prices range from $2,099,000 to $3,700,000, with an average of 229 days on market for active listings. This increase in days on market indicates that while some aircraft are priced attractively, others may require adjustments to garner buyer attention.
Sales Activity
Over the past six months, 22 CJ2s have sold, including 7 off-market transactions. The sale prices ranged from $2,400,000 to $3,300,000, with an average of 155 days on market. March and April showed solid absorption with 5 and 3 aircraft sold respectively.
Key Takeaways
- Inventory decreased for the second consecutive month, returning to December levels after a Q1 buildup.
- Buyer activity remains steady, with 8 aircraft sold in the past two months—suggesting confidence in the CJ2’s value proposition.
- The asking price spread and elevated DOM indicate some listings may be misaligned with current market expectations.
- Sellers with over-market aircraft should consider adjustments, while buyers benefit from select availability within a narrowing pool.
Key Insight
The Citation CJ2 market is experiencing gradual inventory compression coupled with steady buyer demand, a favorable setup for sellers with competitively priced aircraft. The drop in listings and consistent sales activity signal a market that may tilt in favor of sellers as summer approaches.
