N168GS 2021 Cessna Citation XLS+

Overview

This airframe, registered as N168GS, is a 2021-built Cessna 560XL Citation XLS+ with serial number 560-6309. The aircraft is recorded as owned by G Delaplaine Enterprises LLC, a corporate registrant based in Frederick, MD, US, and carries a US registration. Registered to a Maryland-based corporate owner, the airframe presents as a late-model XLS+ example with factory-standard systems; current market valuation and condition summaries are Not published.

Operations & Cabin

The cabin of this specific Citation XLS+ is fitted in a typical 8-9 place executive club layout with a forward refreshment center/galley and an aft enclosed lavatory, supporting executive transport and short-to-mid-range business missions. Avionics are the typical Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 fitment for the XLS+, providing a modern integrated flight deck suite consistent with operator expectations for situational awareness and systems integration. With a cruise speed of 433 kts and a range of 2,110 nm, the aircraft is suited to coast-to-coast U.S. missions or regional international trips from its owner’s base in Frederick, MD, US. Maintenance considerations for this airframe would focus on the PW545C engines and Pro Line 21 systems as primary program elements in scheduled support.

Model & Market Context

The Cessna 560XL Citation XLS+ occupies the light/midsize business jet niche, offering a balance of cabin comfort, runway performance, and operating economics for owner-operators and charter fleets. As a 2021 airframe with modern avionics and PW545C powerplants, N168GS appeals to buyers seeking a relatively new XLS+ with contemporary systems and higher residual expectations than older examples. Competing models in the segment generally include other light-to-midsize citations and comparable jets from competing manufacturers; key resale and maintenance considerations for this airframe include engine program status, Pro Line 21 support, and corporate registry history.