Overview including differentiating features from other aircraft in its category

The Cessna Citation CJ4 (Model 525C), like its predecessor the Citation CJ3, is a stretch extension of the previous Citation Jet model. It differs most significantly from the previous models in its moderately swept wing design which it borrows from the Citation Sovereign.

As of March 2014, the Citation CJ4 market is comprised of 26% pre-owned. The percentage for sale is 4.7% with 71% of that under an exclusive broker agreement and average days on the market are 158 days.

Brief History

The first flight of the Citation CJ4 took place on May 5, 2008. Deliveries began in 2010.

Worldwide Appeal

There are 150 Citation CJ4 aircraft in operation with 7 in shared ownership and 143 wholly owned. By continent, North America has the largest percentage at 77%, followed by Europe at 14% for a combined total of 91%. Also, 7% of the 150 Citation CJ4 jets in operation today are in fleet ownership with five...

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AvBuyer Magazine, May 2015 by Ken Elliott

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Helping you understand avionics advances and related mandates for equipage, Ken Elliot reviews aviation technologies within the NextGen/SESAR architecture, this month focusing on TCAS 7.1.

The midair collision over the Grand Canyon between two airliners in 1956 spurred the collaboration of industry and government in the development of a collision warning system. After a number of years using passive avoidance systems, industry realized the need for a predictive system, involving complimentary avoidance interaction between conflicting aircraft. In other word, if one aircraft decides to avoid another by climbing, the other aircraft needs to correspondingly descend. This necessary evolution eventually became TCAS II, with TCAS I being an advisory-only version of collision avoidance.

While technological advancements flourished, there was still a need for a practical solution that would avoid nuisance alerts in high-de...

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Guillaume Chamoin, former Aircraft Sales Representative, Jetcraft

Location: Paris, France

How long have you been at Jetcraft?

I have been at Jetcraft since July 2013. I joined when they acquired the ExecuJet Aircraft Trading group.

What are your responsibilities within the global Jetcraft team?

I am in charge of Europe sales alongside with my 2 european colleagues. I work to help buyers find the right aircraft for purchase, and to help sellers find the right buyer for their aircraft.

Describe a typical day or week in your role.

There is no typical day.  Often I am working on a sale which has many parts that include organizing the viewing of an aircraft, negotiating the terms and conditions, and ultimately closing the deal.  If I’m not working on a sale then I may be in meetings with sellers or prospects for potential sales. I update the sellers of Jetcraft’s exclusive listings to keep them updated on any activity.  I also spend time targeting aircraft which mi...

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As part of Jetcraft’s commitment to the business aviation community we have been busy these last several months on three fronts.

FAA LED Project
Working to make our airspace safer and more accessible

In the latter part of 2014 the FAA formed a special working group representing airports, aircraft certification & safety, lighting and the aviation industry. The working group is addressing the concerns of LEDs currently migrating in to runways and airports all over the world.

Part of this effort is existing and new research centered on the impacts of LEDs on the human eye and how they interact with pilots performing operations at our nation’s airports.

Jetcraft is co-leading a science group that is working closely with flight operations specialists to determine testing that may be required.

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We are pleased to welcome the newest member of the Jetcraft management team. Diana Chou, a true business aviation pioneer, recently joined Jetcraft as Chairwoman in Asia. With over 15 years in the industry, Diana brings a wealth of business aviation knowledge and experience to the Jetcraft team based in Hong Kong. She will enhance the company’s already unparalleled local expertise in aircraft sales, transactions and marketing.

Diana is pleased to offer her thoughts on the Chinese business aviation sector.

How would you characterize the Chinese business aviation sector?​

China has the largest mobile phone user base in the world. It also has the largest online shopping economy. China is a dynamic market and shows great potential for private aircraft ownership. Some buyers have never flown before and their first flying experience is in their own private jet or helicopter!  

The sector is a bit different from the US or Europe in that the Chinese people never experienced the industrial...

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Ah, the Kentucky Derby! The hats. The horses. More hats. The mint juleps. The bets. And those hats!

The Derby, as it’s called by locals, is a rich—perhaps even dizzying—spectacle of athletic horses, super-skilled jockeys, a truly Southern social scene, and carefree party of epic proportions.

Whether you’re a Louisvillian who awaits this day in their “backyard” throughout the year or a global traveler who’s checking off a bucket list, you’re most certain to cite the Derby as a “must-do” experience. An experience it is, indeed.

Although you essentially could buy a ticket on Derby day to join the festivities, some planning ahead will save you from the frenzied flood of college students and other revelers that kick up the party a few notches in the infield. It’s always held on the first Saturday of May, so a few tips can help you make the most of this worthwhile experience.

Go for the full “Derby Experience”

If you’re not a seat license, season ti...

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Anne Behrend, former Chief Financial Officer, Jetcraft

Location: Indianapolis, IN, USA

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How long have you been at Jetcraft?

It’s hard to believe, but I have been with Jetcraft just over 19 years!  When I started with the company, we had one office in Raleigh, and I was one of 6 people working for the company at that time.

What are your responsibilities within the global Jetcraft team?

I am privileged to serve as the Chief Financial Officer, and have the responsibility of overseeing worldwide financial, treasury and human resource functions within the company.  I have a wonderful, dedicated team that works alongside me to handle the day-to-day requirements of these functions.

Describe a typical day or week in your role.

I’m not sure there is a typical day!  I often start out my day with a list of what I would like to accomplish, but will often have to delay that work when requests to study new deal or business opportunities arise.  I ...

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AvBuyer Magazine, April 2015

by Ken Elliott

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Helping you to familiarize with avionics advances and related mandates for equipage, Ken Elliott reviews aviation technologies within the NextGen/SESAR architecture, this month focusing on ADS-B.

In line with domestic and international aviation goals, industry and certification authorities have developed a complete suite of integrated technologies under the umbrella of Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS). One significant element of this, under the Surveillance segment, is Automatic Dependent Surveillance (ADS).

As the term implies, ADS serves the need to automate the sharing of data between all users, air and ground, that inform the position and movement status of an aircraft. There are two ways to accomplish this from a worldwide perspective, one being Broadcast (B) and the other Contract (C), hence the terms ADS-B and ADS-C.

Broadcast is literally the ability to send and receive th...

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Business Aviation Pioneer Chou Will Jointly Lead Jetcraft’s Regional Efforts In Key Market

Jetcraft, a global leader in business aircraft sales, acquisitions and trades, today announced the addition of Diana Chou as Chairwoman of Jetcraft in Asia.

Ms Chou, who previously founded and led Sino Private Aviation (SPAL) from 1999, will oversee Jetcraft’s overall strategy in Asia. With over 15 years in the industry, Ms Chou brings a wealth of business aviation knowledge and experience to the Jetcraft team based in Hong Kong and will enhance the company’s already unparalleled local expertise in aircraft sales, transactions and marketing.

Chad Anderson, President, Jetcraft said, “Diana joins at a highly opportune time for Jetcraft in Asia. The region is clearly an important one in business aviation and is set to grow in importance in the medium and long term. Diana’s unique experience and background will help us provide clients with the services and aircraft that they demand, not on...

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