Citation CJ2
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Over the past 12 months, the Citation CJ2 market has remained stable, with inventory holding essentially unchanged from one year ago. While the number of aircraft available for sale has been consistent, average asking prices have increased by approximately 10%, reflecting continued confidence in the platform and a healthy market for well-positioned aircraft. The combination of stable inventory and strengthening values suggests a market where buyers continue to recognize the long-term appeal of the CJ2. Transaction activity has remained remarkably consistent over the past year. Days on market have increased 21% compared to a year ago, indicating that buyers are taking more time to evaluate available aircraft before buying for making purchasing decisions. Even so, the market has recorded 27 retail sales over the past 12 months, maintaining a steady pace of approximately 2 aircraft sold each month. The market has already recorded 14 retail transactions so far in 2026, demonstrating that buyer activity has remained consistent despite the more deliberate purchasing process. Looking at supply and demand, the market is currently carrying approximately 9.7 months of available inventory, an improvement from last quarter and an indication that supply remains balanced relative to buyer demand. For today's buyers, aircraft condition, maintenance pedigree, engine program participation, and desirable specs continue to be important differentiators. While buyers are taking a measured approach, well-maintained aircraft that present competitively continue to attract buyer interest and transact successfully. In summary, the Citation CJ2 market continues to strengthen. Stable inventory, continued pricing strength, and consistent transaction activity point to healthy market fundamentals, even as buyers remain disciplined throughout the acquisition process. Based on the current market fundamentals, I would assign the Citation CJ2 an A market demand rating.
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Over the past year, inventory in the Citation CJ2 market has tightened with available aircraft down approximately 30% compared to this time last year. Even with reduced inventory, pricing has adjusted modestly, with average asking prices down about 6% over the past 12 months. In terms of transaction activity, Citation CJ2's continued to trade, though at a slightly slower pace than last year. Days on market have increased, up roughly 37% year over year, as buyers take more time evaluating available options. Over the past 12 months, there have been 29 retail transactions, with activity continuing into early 2026. 10 sales occurred in December, for additional sales have occurred in 2020. Recent sales activity has been concentrated in earlier model aircraft, transaction spanning model years 2001 to 2003. Based on the recent supply and demand trends, the market is carrying just over nine months of inventory, which points to a balanced but increasingly competitive selling market. In summary, this is a balanced market. Citation CJ2 sales continue to be steady with supply and demand generally in alignment..
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Over the past 12 months, inventory in the Citation CJ2 market has continued to tighten, with available aircraft down approximately 8% compared to this time last year. At the same time, pricing has remained relatively stable, with asking values down only about 1% over the past year. Overall, the market continues to move, especially for clean, well-presented aircraft. On the transaction side, CJ2s continue to trade consistently, although buyers are taking a little more time before making decisions. Days on market have increased roughly 17% year-over-year, reflecting a market where buyers are comparing aircraft more carefully. Even so, transaction activity has remained healthy, with 28 retail sales over the past 12 months. 13 of those sales were recorded in 2026 so far. Recent transactions have spanned all model years. Looking at supply and demand, the market is currently carrying approximately 10.6 months of inventory, which keeps the CJ2 in a relatively balanced market environment. In conditions like these, aircraft positioning becomes increasingly important. Right now, buyers are paying very close attention to maintenance history, upgraded avionics, and overall aircraft presentation. The CJ2 continues to hold a strong reputation in the owner-flown and light-jet market, because it delivers the combination buyers are still looking for today. Efficiency, reliability, cabin comfort, and proven operating economics. It's the same reason many current owners chose the platform in the first place, and those qualities continue to resonate with the next group of buyers entering the market. In summary, the Citation CJ2 market remains active, with healthy transaction volume and modestly tightening inventory levels. While buyers are more disciplined than they were several years ago, well-cared-for aircraft continue to stand out in the market. Overall, I'd characterize the CJ2 market as balanced, and assign it a BB demand rating. For owners considering a sale, preparation, timing, and market positioning can have a meaningful impact on overall results.
