The Cessna Citation CJ2+ continues to be one of the most desirable aircraft in the light jet market. As the enhanced successor to the Citation CJ2, the Citation CJ2+ offers improved performance from upgraded FADEC-controlled FJ44-3A-24 engines, making it a popular choice among owner-operators and corporate flight departments alike.
The Citation CJ2+ was produced from 2005-2014, offering a cruise speed of ~376 knots, range of approximately 1,600 nautical miles, and seating for 6-8 passengers with single-pilot certification.
This Citation CJ2+ Market Report – October 2026 provides a focused overview of current pricing, inventory levels, and historical trends shaping today’s market environment.
Citation CJ2+ Market Snapshot – October 2026
The Citation CJ2+ market enters the final quarter of 2026 with exceptionally limited inventory, particularly in the United States.
Although historical market data reflects substantial pricing normalization and longer transaction timelines, the current availability picture tells a different story. Only eight aircraft are represented in the total worldwide market, and just two available aircraft are located in the United States.
This distinction is particularly important for buyers evaluating the Citation CJ2+ market. While historical trends suggest pricing has adjusted considerably over the past several years, the number of aircraft currently available for purchase—especially domestically—remains extremely limited.
Adding another variable is the FAA’s recent decision to rescind single-pilot exemptions for certain legacy Citation models. As a factory single-pilot certificated aircraft, the Citation CJ2+ could become increasingly attractive to owner-pilots seeking alternatives to affected aircraft.
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Key Metrics
- Average Asking Price: $3,801,562.45
- Average Year: 2008
- Average Airframe Time: 5,253.4 hours
- # for Sale: 8
- % of Fleet for Sale: 3.6%
- Average Days on Market: 396 days
Market Insight
While the worldwide Citation CJ2+ inventory is already limited, the U.S. market is considerably more constrained. Only two available Citation CJ2+’s are currently located in the United States, and they are being offered off-market. All other currently available Citation CJ2+ aircraft are located overseas.
This creates a particularly interesting dynamic for U.S. buyers. Those seeking a domestically based Citation CJ2+ have limited opportunity, while additional options would require consideration of international aircraft and the associated acquisition, inspection, importation, and logistical requirements.
The lack of publicly marketed U.S. inventory also reinforces the importance of off-market access when evaluating this platform.
Citation CJ2+ Market Trends (12-Month and 36-Month Analysis)
Over the past 12 months, the Citation CJ2+ market has experienced a substantial contraction in inventory alongside declining average asking prices and longer transaction timelines. Looking back three years provides additional perspective on the market’s evolution.
Past 12 Months
- # for Sale: ↓ 9
- Average Asking Price: ↓ $406,000.00
- % of Fleet for Sale: ↓ 4.1%
- Average Days on Market: ↑ 178 days
What This Means
The most significant development over the past year has been the dramatic reduction in available inventory. Total market availability has declined from 17 aircraft to just eight, representing a decrease of more than half. The inventory charts show a sustained contraction throughout much of 2026, with availability reaching its lowest levels of the past year in October.
Meanwhile, average asking prices have declined approximately $406,000.00, although pricing recovered somewhat from its spring lows before moderating again in recent months. Average days on market has also increased substantially.
Ordinarily, declining prices and longer marketing periods might suggest a market becoming increasingly favorable to buyers. However, the exceptionally limited remaining inventory complicates that interpretation. With just two available U.S.-based aircraft, domestic buyers have very little selection. At the same time, the global market’s elevated days on market may reflect differences in aircraft characteristics, geographic location, and seller expectations.
The Citation CJ2+ therefore presents a market where historical pricing trends and current inventory conditions do not necessarily point in the same direction.
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36-Month Market Trends
- # for Sale: ↓ 1
- Average Asking Price: ↓ $1,240,000.00
- % of Fleet for Sale: ↓ 0.5%
- Average Days on Market: ↑ 186 days
What This Means
The Citation CJ2+ market has undergone substantial pricing normalization over the past three years. Average asking prices have declined approximately $1.24 million, while average days on market have increased by 186 days.
However, inventory has not expanded over the same period. In fact, the number of aircraft represented in the market is slightly lower today than it was three years ago.
The historical charts show that Citation CJ2+ inventory expanded during 2024 and 2025 before contracting sharply throughout 2026. Asking prices generally declined from earlier highs, while transaction timelines increased considerably. This suggests that the Citation CJ2+ has undergone a significant repricing over the past several years, even without a corresponding long-term increase in available inventory.
Importantly, these historical trends should not be interpreted as evidence that today’s U.S. market is oversupplied. With only two available domestic aircraft, the current supply environment is substantially different from what the longer-term pricing trajectory might initially suggest.
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Is it a Good Time to Sell a Citation CJ2+?
Seller Takeaways
The current Citation CJ2+ inventory picture is particularly noteworthy for U.S.-based owners considering a sale. With only two available aircraft located domestically—and no publicly marketed U.S. inventory—sellers face exceptionally limited direct competition. This could create a favorable environment for well-positioned aircraft, particularly those with desirable maintenance status (recent Document 10 Inspection), engine program coverage (TAP Blue fully funded), avionics configurations, and overall condition.
However, the longer-term pricing adjustment remains important. The substantial decline in average asking prices over the past three years demonstrates that historical valuations may not accurately reflect current market expectations.
Sellers should therefore balance the advantages of limited competition against the importance of realistic pricing.
Is it a Good Time to Buy a Citation CJ2+?
Buyer Takeaways
For U.S.-based buyers, the primary challenge is availability. With only two domestically located Citation CJ2+’s currently available, buyers seeking a specific configuration, maintenance profile, or price point may need to expand their search internationally.
That introduces additional considerations, including international inspections, aircraft importation, registration, maintenance records, and transaction logistics. Access to off-market opportunities also becomes particularly important.
The two available U.S.-based Citation CJ2+’s are not publicly advertised, meaning buyers relying exclusively on publicly marketed inventory may overlook the two domestic opportunities currently available. In a market this constrained, having visibility beyond traditional listings can make a meaningful difference.
What Is a Citation CJ2+ Worth in 2026?
Every Citation CJ2+ is unique, and market averages should only serve as a starting point when determining the value of an individual aircraft.
Important factors affecting value include:
- Total airframe time and cycles
- Engine times and maintenance status
- Engine program enrollment (TAP Blue fully paid)
- Upcoming inspections (Document 10 Inspection)
- Avionics configuration and upgrades
- Paint and interior condition
- Damage history
- Aircraft records and pedigree
With limited inventory, aircraft-specific differences can have a particularly meaningful impact on value.
Citation CJ2+ Market Outlook
The Citation CJ2+ enters the final quarter of 2026 with an exceptionally constrained supply environment, particularly in the United States.
Despite substantial pricing normalization over the past several years, the number of available aircraft has contracted significantly. Only eight aircraft are represented in the total worldwide market, and just two currently available Citation CJ2+’s are located in the United States. This creates a potentially favorable competitive environment for U.S.-based sellers, particularly those offering well-maintained aircraft with desirable configurations.
However, the historical increase in days on market suggests that buyers remain selective and that limited inventory does not automatically guarantee stronger pricing or faster transactions.
Could the FAA’s Single-Pilot Exemption Decision Influence CJ2+ Demand?
The FAA’s recent decision to rescind single-pilot exemptions for certain legacy Citation models introduces another potentially important variable.
Unlike the affected legacy Citations, the Citation CJ2+ retains its existing single-pilot certification as part of the CE-525 family. This distinction could become increasingly important to owner-pilots evaluating their next aircraft.
Buyers who previously considered legacy Citations such as the Bravo, Ultra, or Encore may now place greater emphasis on aircraft that retain single-pilot capability without relying on the rescinded exemption framework. Given the exceptionally limited Citation CJ2+ inventory—particularly in the United States—even a modest increase in buyer interest could influence market dynamics.
If additional demand begins moving toward the Citation CJ2+ and other CE-525 models, the current shortage of domestic inventory could become increasingly significant. It remains too early to determine whether this regulatory change will materially influence transaction activity or aircraft values.
Nevertheless, the Citation CJ2+’s existing single-pilot certification may now represent an increasingly important competitive advantage. For now, the market is best characterized by substantial historical pricing normalization, exceptionally limited current inventory, and the potential for changing owner-pilot demand following the FAA’s single-pilot exemption decision.
The relationship between inventory, pricing, and transaction activity will be particularly important to monitor over the coming months.
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This data was published on October 9, 2026, and is subject to change.
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