By Kim Ayling | November 11 2020 more
See full version: The Longest Range Private Jets
By Kim Ayling | November 11 2020 more
Initially designed as a commercial aircraft, the Boeing Dreamliner 787 has been reimagined as a business jet / ©Boeing
Measured in nautical miles (nm), simply put, range is how far a plane can fly. If your travels regularly take you across the world, be it for business or pleasure, range should be at the top of your priority list when choosing a private jet for charter or purchase. Of course, top range will be dramatically affected by a series of factors including on board weight, fuel capacity and wind conditions, with the figures outlined below being the maximum distance particular private jets can travel. more
The master suite includes a gigantic dressing room and walk-in closet. There's even a refrigerator and safe too. more
If you're curious as to what kind of range your budget will stretch to; read on.
To keep you comfortable and entertained for these longest of long haul flights, this Dreamliner cabin boasts some remarkable features: more
But are VIP airliners, really private jets? True private jets; those conceived, designed and manufactured from the outset as private jets are the product of different commercial realities. Their future owners will have deep pockets for sure, but every extra dollar on the price tag must be justified in a competitive market place and this equates to more earthly constraints on their design capabilities.
The Global 7500 aircraft offers spaciousness that is unique among business jets, with its award-winning interior featuring a full-size kitchen and four true living spaces. The Global 7500 aircraft also debuts Bombardier’s patented Nuage seat, which was meticulously designed for maximum comfort and will be exclusive to the new Global family of aircraft. [links]
Over the last two months, the Global 7500 jet has demonstrated exceptional performance and reliability, this first aircraft has completed more than 170 hours of flight around the world. [links]
“The Global 7500 aircraft was built to break all the records,” said David Coleal, President, Bombardier Business Aircraft. “It achieved the industry’s longest mission ever in business aviation after only two months in service. We’ve demonstrated its unequaled long-range and high speed capabilities, but also its ability to break records confidently with healthy fuel reserves remaining, once again, confirming its unsurpassed performance to customers.” here
The award-winning business jet departed from Singapore Changi Airport at 7:12 a.m. local time and arrived at Tucson International Airport at 8:19 a.m. local time, completing the long-range speed record flight for the city-pair.
Montreal, March 4, 2019 – Bombardier is proud to announce that its Global 7500 aircraft, has once again demonstrated its ability to go the distance by completing the longest range business jet flight in history**, successfully completing an 8,152-nautical-mile flight non-stop, pushing the boundaries of business travel.
Since its entry-into-service, the Global 7500 jet has emphatically proven itself to be the highest-performing aircraft in the industry and this record showcases the real-world capabilities of this impressive aircraft. With a top speed of Mach 0.925, the aircraft has unquestionably shown its ability to fly even further than any other business jet with its advertised range of 7,700 nautical miles. The achievement of a flight that reaches 8,152 nautical miles clearly demonstrates that the aircraft is the only business jet with the high-performance capabilities required for long flights. Providing access to these demanding, long-range routes is an invaluable resource for customers.
Gulfstream G650ER
Range: 8,053 nautical miles
Maximum Cruise Speed: 594 mph
Passengers: Up to 18 here
And when it comes to time savings, non-stop long range flights are one of the perks of flying private. A long range private jet can be matched to suit almost any travel plan.
Whether you fly private for business or pleasure, a privately chartered flight offers flexibility and timesaving conveniences unmatched by commercial jetliners.
Bombardier Global 7000
Range: 8,500 nautical miles
Maximum Cruise Speed: 610 mph
Passengers: Up to 19 more
With its extended reach, the G650 can fly from Los Angeles to Athens or New York to Dubai non-stop. The G650’s cabin keeps passengers well-rested with a low cabin pressurized to 2,800 feet while cruising at up to 41,000 feet. Passengers stay refreshed and ready to explore their destination city. [links]