1983 Cessna Citation III Model 650

The Cessna Citation III (Model 650) is a business jet aircraft manufactured by Cessna. It is the third generation of the Citation family of aircraft and the first Citation to be powered by two turbofan engines. The Citation III was introduced in 1982 and was in production until 1986. It has a maximum range of 2,500 nautical miles and can seat up to nine passengers. The Citation III is capable of cruising at speeds up to 476 knots and has a maximum altitude of 45,000 feet. It is equipped with a Honeywell Primus 1000 avionics suite. The Citation III is popular with corporate and charter operators and can be found on the secondary market for around $2 million.