Aircraft Overviews

November 15, 2024

Beechcraft Hawker 900XP Overview (2007 – 2013)

Product Overview

The Hawker 900XP keeps many of the distinguishing features of the Hawker 850XP such as the winglets, Proline 21 avionics and cabin design. It’s upgraded engines allow it to climb more efficiently and give it an increased range. The inspection interval for the Hawker 900XP’s engines is 6,000 cycles, a marked improvement over the 4,660 cycle inspection interval of the engines on the Hawker 850XP.

As of November 2024, all of the Hawker 900XP ownership comes from the pre-owned market. 7,95% are currently for sale with 42,86% of those under an exclusive broker agreement, non for lease. For those on the market, the average sale time is 188 days.

Brief History

The Hawker 900XP, the newest version of the Hawker 800/800XP mid-sized business jet, received type certification in August 2007. In creating the Hawker 900XP, the Hawker series had been stretched, its wings had been modified, and it was now powered by very advanced, efficient turbofan engines. The Production ended in 2013, 193 airplanes where build.

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October 31, 2024

Dassault Falcon 900EX EASy Overview (2003 – 2010)

Product Overview

Dassault launched the Falcon 900 in 1987 and introduced the Falcon 900EX in 1996. In 2003 Dassault began offering the 900EX with the EASy digital cockpit calling the model the 900EX EASy. Based on the Honeywell Primus Epic system, EASy (Enhanced Avionics System) offers improved safety via information management features to improve overall crew situational awareness.

As of September 2024, 96.7% of Falcon 900EX EASy ownership comes from the pre-owned market, the other 3.3% from new. 7 of those are currently for sale with the majority (57%) under an exclusive broker agreement. For those on the market, the average sale time is 292 days.

Brief History

The Falcon 900EX EASy received certification from the FAA and EASA in November 2003 and production ended in 2010. A total of 122 Falcon 900EX EASy business jets were built, 3 are inactive.

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September 30, 2024

Bombardier challenger 650 (2014 – Present)

Product Overview

The Challenger 650 is the updated version of the Challenger 605. The Challenger 650 features 2 additional executive seats to accommodate up to 12 passengers, upgraded engines offering a higher thrust rate to reduce take-off field length, and larger appliances in the galley to assist with faster meal preparation.

As of September 2024, 80% of Challenger 650 ownership comes from the pre-owned market, the other 20% from new. 1.35% of those are currently for sale, without an exclusive broker agreement. For those on the market the average sale time is 59 days.

Brief History

The CL-600 platform has evolved over the years with the Challenger 650 being the latest model. The Challenger 604 was introduced in 1995 as a major upgrade to the Challenger 601 – it was given more powerful engines, larger fuel supply, structural improvements to its wings and tail, and a new electronic flight bag. Ten years later (2005), the Challenger 605 was introduced with an avionics and structural upgrade from the 604 designs. Ten years after that (2015) came the Challenger 650, which Bombardier first announced at NBAA in 2014 with NetJets being the launch customer. A total of 158 Challenger 650 aircraft have been built with 5 yet to deliver.

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August 29, 2024

Gulfstream G700 Overview (2019 – Present)

Product Overview

Gulfstream Aerospace officially unveiled the G700 at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Convention & Exhibition in Las Vegas in 2019. The G700 was announced as the company’s new flagship aircraft, designed to push the boundaries of speed, range, and cabin comfort in the business jet market.

As of August 2024, 12% of the Gulfstream G700 aircraft were purchased new by their current owners with 87% still yet to deliver. None of the aircraft are currently for sale or under any exclusive brokerage agreement.

Brief History

The production of G700 started in 2019. In 2020 the G700 took its maiden flight from Gulfstream’s headquarters in Savannah, Georgia. As of March 2024, the G700 received certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), with deliveries to customers beginning soon after.

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July 15, 2024

Bombardier Global 5000 Overview (2004 – Present)

Product Overview

The Global 5000 is an ultra-long range, wide-body business jet with the advantage of having short take-off and landing performance. The cabin is divided into three zones with optional rear stateroom, and features a large galley, forward and aft lavatories, and a generously sized baggage compartment. Overall, it offers comfort, flexibility, and innovation.

As of July 2024, 71% of the Global 5000 ownership comes from the pre-owned market, the other 29% from new. 23% of those are currently for sale, with almost half (47.83%) under an exclusive brokerage agreement. For those on the market, the average sale time is 213 days.

Brief History

The Global 5000 is a slightly smaller and faster derivative of the Global Express, which was the second ultra long-range large-cabin business jet produced and started delivering to customers in 1997. The Global 5000 made its maiden flight in March 2003 with FAA and JAA type certification awarded in October 2004. In 2008 Bombardier announced an increased certified gross weight, which permitted increased fuel load and an increased projected maximum range.

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June 25, 2024

Bombardier Learjet 40XR Overview (2005 – 2012)

Product Overview

The Learjet 40XR is an upgraded version of the Learjet 40 with improvements in hot-and-high performance, climb rates and faster long range cruise speeds resulting in a range of more than 240 nm. The increases are due to the upgraded Honeywell “BR” engines from the “AR” used on the Learjet 40.

As of May 2024, 62% of Learjet 40XR aircraft ownership comes from the pre-owned market, the other 38% new. 7.37% are currently for sale, with the majority (85.7%) under an exclusive broker agreement. For those on the market, the average sale time is 144 days.

Brief History

Derived from the Lear 45, the Learjet 40 and 40XR are 24.5 inches shorter and have a maximum take-off weight that is 150 lbs. lighter. These two characteristics increase performance and lower operational costs. The Lear 40 aircraft received FAA certification in July 2003, as an amendment to the Type Certification of the Lear 45 and ended production in 2009. The Learjet 40XR went into operation in 2005 and ended production in 2012.

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May 21, 2024

Cessna Citation Sovereign+ Overview (2013 – Present)

Product Overview

The Cessna Citation Sovereign+ is the successor to the Citation Sovereign model. The Sovereign+ features upgraded engines, which provide a longer range, and winglets as a standard offering versus an option on the original Sovereign. The Sovereign+ also has improved take-off and landing capability and the addition of the Garmin G5000 avionics. The range is the strongest feature of both the Sovereign and Sovereign+ with Coast-to-Coast capabilities and the ability to take-off and land at short distances thanks to a moderately swept high-aspect ratio wing.

As of May 2024, 24% of the Citation Sovereign+ ownership comes from the pre-owned market, the other 76% from new. 6% aircraft are currently for sale with only 2% under an exclusive broker agreement. For those on the market, the average sale time is 30 days.

Brief History

The production of the Citation Sovereign ended in 2013 and was replaced by the improved Sovereign+. The Sovereign+ was initially announced at the October 2012 NBAA, it first flew in April 2013 and was certified in December 2013. A total of 100 Sovereign+ business jets have been built in the year range 2013 – 2021.

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April 29, 2024

Dassault Falcon 7X Overview (2001 – Present)

Product overview

The Falcon 7X is a fly-by-wire ultra-long range business jet which flies 5,466 nm further and faster than any of its Falcon predecessors. It features an innovative wing design including winglets, which makes the longer range possible.

As of April 2024, 54% of Falcon 7X ownership comes from the preowned market, the other 46% from new. 5% of those are for sale with the majority of those under an exclusive brokerage agreement. For those on the market, the average sale time is 150 days.

Brief History

The Dassault Falcon 7X was first presented to the public at the 2001 Paris Air Show and first flew in May 2005. The type certificate was received in April 2007 from the FAA and EASA and it entered service in June. Dassault Aviation continued to refine and improve the Falcon 7X over the years. In 2016, a newer version called the Falcon 7X Enhanced was introduced, featuring upgraded engines and other improvements.

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March 26, 2024

Gulfstream G550 Overview (2003 – 2021)

Product Overview

The Gulfstream G550 is a large-cabin, ultra long-range business jet traveling at ranges in excess of 6,700 nm. It features up to four distinct living areas, three temperature zones, and a choice of 12 floor-plan configurations with seating for up to 19 passengers. The G550 is equipped with the Gulfstream PlaneView cockpit, based on the Honeywell Primus Epic architecture and display system. The PlaneView cockpit presents critical flight information on 14-inch (36 cm) liquid crystal displays arranged for easy interpretation. The latest in Head-Up Display technology integrated with the next-generation Gulfstream Enhanced Vision System (EVS) II. The aircraft is also equipped with commercial and military communications equipment to provide secure voice and data capability.

As of March 2024, 6.7% of Gulfstream G550 aircraft are currently for sale with the majority (65%) under an exclusive broker agreement. When for sale, the average time on the market is 161 days.

Brief History

The G550 is a business jet produced by Gulfstream aerospace and is part of the Gulfstream V family. Known for its long-range capabilities, luxurious interior, and advanced avionics, the G550 has become a popular choice for business and private aviation. The aircraft was first introduced in 2003 and later began production that same year. It’s a successor to the Gulfstream IV and has undergone various upgrades over the years to enhance performance and efficiency. The first G550 was delivered in 2003. Production of this aircraft later ceased in 2021.

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Recent Articles

November 15, 2024

Beechcraft Hawker 900XP Overview (2007 – 2013)

October 31, 2024

Dassault Falcon 900EX EASy Overview (2003 – 2010)

September 30, 2024

Bombardier challenger 650 (2014 – Present)

August 29, 2024

Gulfstream G700 Overview (2019 – Present)

July 15, 2024

Bombardier Global 5000 Overview (2004 – Present)
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