Citation Maintenance Checklist: Stay Compliant and Airworthy
Operating a Citation jet means more than just getting from A to B—it means staying compliant, airworthy, and ahead of unscheduled downtime. Whether you manage a fleet or a single aircraft, a Citation maintenance checklist helps ensure that nothing falls through the cracks.
At Jets MRO, we’ve compiled a straightforward checklist covering the most critical inspection points for Citation aircraft. It’s designed to help you plan smarter, stay FAA-compliant, and protect your investment.
🧾 Your Citation Aircraft Maintenance Checklist
📅 Daily / Pre-Flight:
- Exterior walkaround inspection
- Tire wear and pressure
- Fuel quantity and contamination check
- Oil level and hydraulic fluid levels
- Avionics and warning systems check
- Brake wear and landing gear condition
🔁 Every 100 Hours / Phase Inspections (1–5):
- Cabin pressure system
- Fuel and hydraulic lines
- Engine mount inspections
- Landing gear operation and actuator checks
- Battery inspection and capacity test
- Airframe corrosion control
📆 Annual / Calendar-Based:
- Avionics and EFIS updates
- Pitot-static / transponder system testing (FAR 91.411 & 91.413)
- Oxygen system servicing
- Interior refurbishment (if applicable)
- Engine borescope inspection
🧰 TBO / Lifecycle Events:
- Engine overhaul or replacement
- Landing gear overhaul (typically every 6–10 years)
- Component time-limited parts replacement
- Windshield or window transparency replacement
- Paint and corrosion control
🧑🔧 FAA Compliance Tasks:
- ADs and SBs (Airworthiness Directives & Service Bulletins)
- Weight and balance updates
- Logbook reviews and signoffs
- ELT (Emergency Locator Transmitter) inspection
✈️ Why Jets MRO?
Jets MRO specializes in Citation scheduled maintenance and inspection services. From daily checks to major inspections and overhauls, our experienced techs ensure full compliance and maximum uptime. Our facilities in Dallas are fully equipped with OEM parts support, technical expertise, and the capacity to keep your aircraft on schedule.
📅 Book Your Next Citation Inspection
Jets MRO is ready to support your next Citation Phase 1–5, avionics upgrade, or AOG recovery.
📧 Email: connect@jetsmro.com
📞 Call: (945) 350-7995
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