Helping You Soar
Mike Lester started CJ Sales after working in the aviation industry for many years.
Though he initially wanted to be a pilot, he transitioned to a sales role working with Cessnas. Mike started off selling single-engine Cessnas before gradually moving into twin-engine and turboprop planes, and eventually the Cessna Citation business jet family.
Whether you’re just breaking into the jet market or you’re looking to upgrade, Mike knows everything there is to know about the Citation jet. Reach out to CJ Sales when you’re ready to get flying in a new business jet with our private jet broker services.
Our Brokerage Services
Sales
Mike can use his extensive contacts to reach a wide audience of potential buyers for your aircraft.
Acquisition
Looking for a new CJ? Mike will look high and low to find the perfect jet for your unique needs.
See Our Work
Check out what planes are out there right now by browsing our current inventory. And why not see how we’ve helped our recent customers with their acquisitions?
Meet Mike Lester
Mike has been working in the aviation field for years, many of those years spent specifically working with Cessnas. Mike has countless contacts in the world of CJs, and is uniquely qualified to act as your broker.
Cessna Citations at a Glance
560 Citation XLS Gen2
MANUFACTURED 2022-PRESENT
- Seats: 8
- Speed & Range: 441 kts | 1,939 nm
- Key Features: Collins Pro-line 21 Avionics
- Engines: Pratt & Whitney 545C
680A Citation Latitude
MANUFACTURED 2015-PRESENT
- Seats: 9
- Speed & Range: 440 kts | 2,700 nm
- Key Features: G5000 Avionics
- Engines: Pratt & Whitney 306D1
700 Citation Longitude
MANUFACTURED 2019-PRESENT
- Seats: 10
- Speed & Range: 469 kts | 3,500 nm
- Key Features: G5000 Avionics
- Engines: Honeywell HTF7700L
Why Citation?
There are many different models of business jets in the world. So why does CJ Sales only focus on the Cessna Citation? Being a successful private jet broker requires a wealth of highly specialized knowledge and longstanding industry relationships.
By only focusing on one jet family, we’re able to devote more resources to becoming true subject matter experts. That means better service, better processes, and better results for you. Other brokers have to spread their attention across the entire jet market, limiting their knowledge. We don’t miss a thing when it comes to Cessna Citations, however.
Keep reading to learn more about the Cessna Citation and discover why it’s one of the world’s most popular families of business jets.
Meet the Family
There are 24 primary models of Citation jets that we deal in at CJ Sales. These jets range from single-pilot, 4-seater aircraft like the Mustang to crewed 10-seaters like the Citation Longitude—and everything in between. Prices range from around 1 million to 30 million or so, but you can trust that you’ll get the best possible deal when you work with Mike.
Though the Citation has been evolving since its introduction in the late 1960s, today all of the planes that we deal in are from the mid-90s or newer. Cessna has 6 Citation models currently in active production as well. With this much variety, a Citation is a great option for any client looking for a dependable business jet.
The Citation’s History
The Cessna Citation has played a major role in the development and popularization of the corporate business jet, dating back to its introduction in the late 1960s. Cessna designed the Citation to introduce a business jet into their portfolio.
In this era, business jets were loud, complex, and costly both to manufacture and to fly, limiting their effectiveness in the field. Cessna sought to change that with the Citation. They wanted a business jet that was convenient, sleek, and provided the smoothest ride possible.
After years in development, the original Citation 500 prototype flew for the first time in September of 1969 from Cessna’s Wichita, Kansas headquarters. The community connected with something about the Cessna Citation, and the aircraft caught on. Over the ensuing decades, Cessna began to upgrade the model and introduce new variants to improve the speed, flight range, and efficiency.
As the company continued to innovate, the popularity of the Citation continued to grow. Today, Cessna boasts the world’s most diversified jet portfolio, built upon the fleet of over 8,000 Citations that have been delivered throughout Cessna’s history.
Is a Citation Right For You?
Trying to pick a jet to take your business to the next level? Or maybe you’re ready to make the switch from another business jet to a Cessna Citation? No matter why you’re looking for a new jet, CJ Sales will help you find the right Citation for you.
The Citation has developed a reputation over decades as a reliable, comfortable, and efficient jet. A Citation can make a statement thanks to its suite of advanced technology and sleek, contoured profile. And that’s not even mentioning the class-leading performance.
When you choose a Cessna Citation, you’ll become part of the world’s largest business jet community. The Citation family is the most popular line of business jets in the world, and Citations have over 35 million combined flight hours. And with CJ Sales, it’s easier than ever to get in the air. We’ll listen to your unique needs to help you find the right Citation for you.
Do you have questions about the Citation’s capabilities? You’re in luck. Mike has worked with these jets for years, and he loves helping match our clients with the perfect jet.
