The Gulfstream 550 is a long-range heavy jet and is considered a best-in-value business aircraft. According to the National Aeronautic Association, the G550's design team was awarded the Collier Trophy for "leading-edge achievement in designing, testing and building an innovative…
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Featuring the First-Class Falcon 900
The Dassault Falcon 900 is a heavy jet designed as a larger, enhanced version of the Falcon 50 super midsize jet. The Falcon 900 received FAA certification in 1986, and while it does share a similar configuration to the Falcon…
Say Hello to the Citation Jet 3
The Cessna Citation Jet 3 was flown for the first time in 2003 as an upgrade to already popular Citation Jet 2. It is the sixth generation of the popular Citation Jet series. With a number of enhancements, this light…
Take a Ride on the Global Express Family
The Global Express and its derivatives (Global 5000/6000, Global XRS, Global 7000/8000) are Bombardier’s ultra long-range aircraft. The Global 5000 (and Global 6000) is an exceptional heavy jet with unmatched comfort, efficiency and design. According to Bombardier, "Every detail in the Global 5000 aircraft…
Land Closer to Your Destination in the Citation Jet 2
Cessna's Citation Jet 2 was flown for the first time in 2000 as an upgrade to beloved Citation Jet 1. It is the second model in the Citation Jet line. With a number of enhancements, this light jet is a…
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Understanding Jet Classes and What Each Offers
If you are looking for the right jet aircraft for your next trip, whether for business or pleasure, it is important to understand what class of jet will best suit your needs. Jet industry professionals group jet aircraft into 6…
Very Light Jets: A Viable Option
The twin engine VLJ is a nice choice for shorter trips, combining the comfort of a jet with the economy and shorter field performance of the Turboprop. Very Light Jets (VLJs) are small light aircraft that typically hold a small…
Count on the Versatile Challenger 604
The Bombardier Challenger 604 was first certified in 1995 as an upgrade to previous models in the Challenger family of business jets. The Challenger 604 offers many refinements from earlier Challenger 600 models and thus has become one of the…
Turboprops & Twin Pistons: Know Your Options
Aside from jet aircraft which range from very light jets to heavy jets, there is another significant player in the charter market. Turboprops are aircraft that utilize a gas jet engine to operate a propeller rather than jet thrust typically…
Meet the Citation Sovereign
In 2002, the Cessna Citation Sovereign took its first flight. Created to bridge the gap between the Citation Excel/XLS and the Citation X, the Sovereign falls in the Super Midsize Jet class and offers many impressive features. The Citation Sovereign…