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Hawker 400 for charter

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Charter Price per Hour$2 500 – $3 800
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Aircraft Info

Model:
Hawker 400
Family:
Hawker 400
Manufacturer:
Hawker
Aircraft Class:
Light
ICAO/IATA Codes:
BE40
Number Built:
950
Single Pilot Operations:
No
  • Popularity40
  • Reliability80
  • Comfort40

Performance

Service Ceiling:
45 000 ft 13 716 m
Max Takeoff Weight:
16 301 lbs 7 394 kg
Engine Type:
2× Turbojet
Typical Engine:
2 x Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5R
Typical Avionics:
ProLine 4
Long Range Cruise Speed:
421 kts 780 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:
450 kts 833 km/h

Range & Payload

Estimated Max Flight Time:
3.6 h
Max Range:
1 150 nmi 2 130 km
Fuel Burn Rate:
1 213 lb/h 550 kg/h
Max Payload:
2 299 lbs 1 043 kg

Hawker 400 Cabin Plan

Max passengers:
7
Cabin Length:
15.49 ft 4.72 m
Sleeping Places:
0
  • 2 Divan seats
  • Lavatory
  • Cabin crew

Airframe

Aircraft Height:
13.91 ft 4.24 m
Aircraft Length:
48.43 ft 14.76 m
Wingspan:
43.5 ft 13.26 m
Cabin Zones:
1 main passenger seating area, typically club seats; refreshment storage and lavatory provision depend on the floorplan
Doors:
1 main passenger door; separate baggage hatch and emergency exit; no dedicated service door
Baggage Compartment:
Baggage storage provided; compartment access, volume split and loading limits require the selected aircraft configuration
Airstairs:
y

Charter Costs for the Hawker 400

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour
$2 500 – $3 800

Owning Price

Buying Price (new)
—
Pre-owned Price Range
$1M – $3.5M

Charter Costs

Cost per NM
$7.11
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h
$1 070 – $1 670
Annual Cost of Ownership
$816 000 – $1.25M
Cost per Seat-Mile
$0.7 – $1.07

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours
$274 000
At 350 hours
$479 500

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours
$552 000
At 350 hours
$552 000

Farnborough – Geneve

EGLF – LSGG

Flight time:
1 h 12 min
Estimated price:
$7 726

Farnborough – Nice

EGLF – LFMN

Flight time:
1 h 33 min
Estimated price:
$9 487

Farnborough – Zurich

EGLF – LSZH

Flight time:
1 h 15 min
Estimated price:
$7 978

Paris – Milan

LFPB – LIML

Flight time:
1 h 3 min
Estimated price:
$6 972

Paris – Ibiza

LFPB – LEIB

Flight time:
1 h 40 min
Estimated price:
$10 074

Geneve – Rome

LSGG – LIRF

Flight time:
1 h 9 min
Estimated price:
$7 475

These route prices are estimates. The final quote will be provided by your manager and may vary depending on aircraft availability, travel dates, airport fees, and additional services.

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Passengers

Hawker 400 Description

Think of a jet that effortlessly bridges worlds – the Hawker 400 masterfully blends proven performance with surprising comfort. Picture this: knifing through the skies at 820 km/h (roughly 443 knots true airspeed), it transforms regional hops into mere blinks. Need to connect New York to Miami nonstop? Or perhaps Chicago to Dallas? That 2130 km (1325 statute mile) range makes these routes entirely feasible, letting you bypass congested hubs entirely. Step inside the surprisingly accommodating cabin. Measuring 4.72 meters (15.5 feet) long, it's a masterclass in efficient luxury. Forget cramped quarters; this space readily accommodates up to seven passengers in executive comfort. You'll find thoughtfully designed seating, ample headroom, and large windows bathing the interior in natural light. Advanced sound dampening ensures conversations flow easily, creating a genuinely productive or relaxing environment mile after mile. It’s a quiet, comfortable cocoon where you arrive refreshed, ready to conquer the day. Performance isn't just about speed; it's about capability. The Hawker 400 climbs like a champion, swiftly reaching its optimal cruising altitude of 43,000 feet (13,106 meters). Up here, you soar above most weather and commercial traffic, enjoying a remarkably smooth ride and maximizing efficiency. Its renowned Hawker aerodynamic pedigree translates to responsive handling and impressive short-field performance, granting access to a wider array of airports than many expect from a jet in this class. This agility opens up possibilities, getting you closer to your actual destination. Beyond the raw numbers lies thoughtful engineering. Owners consistently praise its reliability and straightforward operational economics – a crucial consideration for savvy business aviators. Maintenance programs are well-established, and support networks are robust. This jet doesn't just promise capability; it delivers dependable, cost-effective performance flight after flight. For the discerning traveler or corporation needing efficient point-to-point connectivity wrapped in a comfortable, reliable package, the Hawker 400 stands out. It delivers serious performance without sacrificing the essential comforts of private travel. You tap into the legacy Hawker build quality and engineering excellence, experiencing a jet that genuinely punches above its weight. If your missions demand swift, comfortable hops across regions with the flexibility to use smaller airfields, the Hawker 400 deserves a commanding spot on your shortlist. It’s the smart, proven choice for getting down to business, efficiently and in style.

Strengths

  • Private passenger cabin
  • Airport and range flexibility subject to the selected aircraft

Weaknesses

  • Payload, weather and reserves affect achievable range
  • Interior fittings and charter availability vary by aircraft
  • Factory-new base-aircraft production has ended

Best use cases

  • Executive business travel
  • Private leisure travel
  • Multi-city itineraries subject to aircraft and route availability

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