Citation III, in brief
The Citation III introduced the supercritical wing and TFE731 engines that defined the 650-series family, offering strong high-altitude performance for its era.
Specifications
| Engines | 2x AlliedSignal/Garrett TFE731-3B |
| Seats | up to 11 |
| Cruise speed | ~430 ktas |
| Range | ~2,000 nm |
| Era | Produced 1983-1992 |
Financing a Citation III
As the oldest of the 650-family jets, the Citation III typically finances with shorter terms and closer scrutiny of engine and airframe time.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Citation III harder to finance than the VI or VII?
It can carry somewhat more conservative terms given its age, though the airframe is well understood by lenders.
What should I check before financing an older jet like this?
Engine time remaining, maintenance program enrollment, and avionics status are the big factors.
Is parts support still available?
Yes, the 650 family remains supported by Textron and third-party vendors.
Ready to look at financing for a Citation III? See the full Citation Jet Financing overview or run the numbers with our aircraft finance calculator.
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