Private aircraft are categorized by size and their efficiency to travel different distances. Jets range from Very Light Jets, Light Jets, Mid Size Jets, Super Mid Size Jets, Large Jets and VIP Airliners. Depending on your travel needs, some jet sizes are more suitable than others and manufacturers make sure to create the best environments for their customers to enjoy the ride to the fullest.
Cessna is one of the leaders of the Very Light Jet (VLJ) category and keep coming up with innovative designs and technology to make their aircraft as efficient as possible.
Cessna’s Citation M2 is a prime example of a top VLJ aircraft on the market. With a seven-seat cabin (2 crew + 5 pax) the Citation M2 can travel 1,500 nautical miles, which means it can connect every European cities with ease.
In the Light Jet category, we start to notice more options as they are a staple of the businessjet industry. Embraer’s Phenom 300E is notably one of the most sought after aircraft in that category due to its cabin that can comfortably accommodate 11 passengers. This particular model’s range of 1,900 nautical miles can take you non-stop from London to Istanbul or Paris to Marrakech.
Mid-size Jets (MSJ) is where it starts to look a little more serious. With an average seating plan of 7 passengers, these jets can accommodate any flight plan within continents and sometimes even further. The Praetor 500 by Embraer is a prime example of what MSJ can offer. The newest addition to the aviation market is the fastest of its category and has a range of 3,250 nm, which means it will fly you from the west coast of USA to Europe, with just one stop.
If you are looking to travel further, a Super Mid-size Jet is your go-to option. Typically, the jets in this category can easily fly non-stop from London to New York or Dubai to Singapore and can accommodate 10-11 passengers. Many jet manufacturers offer their version of a Super Mid-size Jet and Bombardier’s Challenger 650 is one of the leader of this jet size and is even the brand’s “best-selling business jet platform of the last decade” as it can access challenging airports like Aspen, Lugano and London City.
Looking to make a statement and travel around the world? The Large Jet category is, without a doubt, the most demanded in the industry. These jets can fly non-stop from any city in the world to another continent and offer the best technology for a smooth and comfortable journey. The two leaders of this category are the famous Gulfstream G650 and the Falcon 7X. These jets can accommodate 16 passengers in different cabins with flawless design and state of the art in-flight entertainment. London to Los Angeles or Dubai to Shanghai, this category is the best choices.
Finally, the VIP Airliners. The pinnacle of private jet travel, being the largest and most luxurious Business Jets on the market. This category is comprised of Boeing’s BBJ series or Airbus’ ACJ range are categorized as being capable to travel up to 8 hours of non-stop flight, as well as being able to transport between 12 and 30 passengers, depending on which of the huge variety of different layouts has been chosen.
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