N257BW Aircraft Overview
N257BW is a United States–registered Cessna Citation II, manufactured in 1981, classified as a light jet in the private aviation market. According to the FAA Aircraft Registry, N257BW carries manufacturer serial number 5500283 (FAA model designation 550), and is registered to Gb Aviation Leasing LLC in Mooresville, NC.
N257BW is a privately registered aircraft. It is not currently listed on an FAA Part 135 air-carrier certificate in our records, so it is not offered for on-demand charter. Ownership and registration details below are sourced from the FAA Aircraft Registry.
Performance Profile
The Cessna Citation II cruises at 375 knots with a range of approximately 1,580 nautical miles and a service ceiling of 43,000 feet, typically seating up to 8 passengers. It is powered by 2x Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-4. Typical charter rates for the type run $1,600-$2,200 per flight hour.
Ownership & Registration
All registration data on this page is sourced directly from the FAA Aircraft Registry. For the most current details, use the FAA N-Number lookup for N257BW.
Detailed Specifications
Aircraft Identity (FAA)
| Registration | N257BW |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| FAA Model | 550 |
| Marketing Name | Cessna Citation II |
| Serial Number | 5500283 |
| Year Manufactured | 1981 |
| Category | Light Jet |
| Charter Status | Privately registered (not Part 135) |
| Owner (FAA) | Gb Aviation Leasing LLC |
| Location | Mooresville, NC |
Performance & Capabilities
| Engines | 2x Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-4 |
|---|---|
| Cruise Speed | 375 knots (~432 mph) |
| Long-Range Cruise | 340 kts |
| Range | 1,580 nautical miles |
| Service Ceiling | 43,000 ft |
| Passengers | Up to 8 |
| Cabin (L×W×H) | 15.7 ft × 4.8 ft × 4.8 ft |
| Baggage | 36 cu ft |
| Avionics | Rockwell Collins Pro Line |
Frequently Asked Questions About N257BW
N257BW is a 1981 Cessna Citation II, a light jet. FAA serial number 5500283.
N257BW is registered to Gb Aviation Leasing LLC in Mooresville, NC according to FAA records.
N257BW was manufactured in 1981, per FAA records.
The FAA manufacturer serial number is 5500283.
The Cessna Citation II cruises at 375 knots (about 432 mph), with a long-range cruise of 340 kts.
The Cessna Citation II has a range of approximately 1,580 nautical miles and a service ceiling of 43,000 feet.
The Cessna Citation II typically seats up to 8 passengers, in a cabin measuring 15.7 ft long, 4.8 ft wide and 4.8 ft tall.
N257BW is privately registered and is not on a Part 135 charter certificate in our records. Browse our charter fleet for available aircraft.
Verify N257BW directly on the FAA Aircraft Registry.
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