Very light jet aircraft charter
Interior of a Cessna Citation Mustang. Aircraft in the VLJ category have similar cabin dimensions.
Above banner: HondaJet.
The Very Light Jet (VLJ), is the smallest in the jet category, incorporating the efficiencies of turbo-prop aircraft with some of the performance capabilities of light jet aircraft. These aircraft typically seat 4-5 people and are perfect for short flights up to 2 hours duration. Their speed makes them ideal when time is of the essence, and their size makes them highly economical.
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Cessna Citation CJ/ CJ1, Mustang, M2
Cirrus Vision SF50
Embraer Phenom 100
Honda Aircraft HondaJet
One Aviation Eclipse 500
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Cessna Citation Jet (Cessna 525)/ CJ1, CJ1+
The CJ or “Citation Jet” was developed as a replacement for the original Citation and Citation I. It later replaced the Citation Mustang. The fuselage is the same but its most recognizable difference is a new T-tail.
Passengers (typical): 5
Cabin Height: 4.8 ft
Cabin Width: 4.8 ft
Cabin Length: 11.0 ft
Baggage Vol: 45 cu ft
Avg Cruising Speed: 364 KTAS
Max Cruise Altitude: 41,000 ft
Range Full: 750 NM/ 775 NM, 895 NM
Lavatory: Yes
Galley: Limited
Cessna Citation Mustang
The Citation Mustang is the smallest of the Citations produced, slightly larger than the Eclipse and slightly smaller than the CJ1. The cozy interior features six large oval windows which deliver spectacular views and abundant natural light.
Passengers (typical): 4
Cabin Height: 4.5 ft
Cabin Width: 4.6 ft
Cabin Length: 9.8 ft
Baggage Vol: 63 cu ft
Avg Cruising Speed: 326 KTAS
Max Cruise Altitude: 41,000 ft
Range Full: 718 NM
Lavatory: Limited
Galley: Limited
Cessna Citation M2
An evolution of the CJ/CJ1 family, the Citation M2 is equipped with a new cabin design, advanced cockpit avionics, and more efficient engines. Compared to the CJ1+, it climbs more quickly, offers a more comfortable interior and a faster cruising speed.
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Passengers (typical): 5
Cabin Height: 4.8 ft
Cabin Width: 4.8 ft
Cabin Length: 11.0 ft
Baggage Vol: 46 cu ft
Avg Cruising Speed: 364 KTAS
Max Cruise Altitude: 41,000 ft
Range Full: 937 NM
Lavatory: Yes
Galley: Limited
Cirrus Vision SF50
Passengers (typical): 4
Cabin Height: 4.1 ft
Cabin Width: 5.1 ft
Cabin Length: 11.5 ft
Avg Cruising Speed: 311 KTAS
Max Cruise Altitude: 31,000 ft
Range Full: 796 NM
Lavatory: No
Galley: No
The Vision SF50 is Cirrus' first jet powered aircraft. It is a single engine 7 seat very light jet. It also has the same CAPS parachute system found in its piston powered aircraft.
Embraer Phenom 100/ 100EV
The Phenom 100 is manufactured by the Brazilian aircraft maker Embraer. The Phenom 100 sports a larger cabin than other VLJs making it somewhat of a standout in this category. The Phenom 100E is an upgraded version that comes with improvements to the brake system and wing spoilers. It also comes with more interior cabin options including an extra passenger seat. The EV version (short for Evolution) has upgraded engines that offer more speed and better performance as well as upgraded cockpit technology.
Passengers (typical): 5
Cabin Height: 4.9 ft
Cabin Width: 5.1 ft
Cabin Length: 11.0 ft
Baggage Vol: 70 cu ft
Avg Cruising Speed: 354 KTAS
Max Cruise Altitude: 41,000 ft
Range Full: 915 NM/ 1,178 NM
Lavatory: Limited
Galley: Limited
Honda Aircraft HA-420 HondaJet
The unique design of Honda's first business aircraft features an over-the-wing engine mount that allows for an approximately 30% larger cabin than a similarly sized jet. The engines themselves push the Honda Jet to a max cruise speed of just over 420 KTAS, faster than any other in its class. The cabin has a 4 place club seating arrangement with a 5th, side facing seat. The HondaJet’s taller and wider cabin along with other light jet features make it a standout in the VLJ category.
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Passengers (typical): 5
Cabin Height: 4.9 ft
Cabin Width: 5.0 ft
Cabin Length: 12.1 ft
Baggage Vol: 66 cu ft
Avg Cruising Speed: 368 KTAS
Max Cruise Altitude: 43,000 ft
Range Full: 792 NM
Lavatory: Yes
Galley: No
One Aviation Eclipse 500/ 550
Passengers (typical): 4
Cabin Height: 4.1 ft
Cabin Width: 4.5 ft
Cabin Length: 7.4 ft
Baggage Vol: 16 cu ft
Avg Cruising Speed: 332 KTAS/ 375 KTAS
Max Cruise Altitude: 41,000 ft
Range Full: 1000 NM
Lavatory: No
Galley: No
The Eclipse 500 became the first of a new class of Very Light Jets when it was first delivered in late 2006. Its successor, the Eclipse 550, can travel almost 1000 NM with a full load of passengers. The aircraft's advantage relative to other jets is its low cost of operation and ability to get into airports with very short runways.