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Heavy Jetat a glance
Large cabins with separate seating areas, a galley, and seats that turn into beds. Heavy jets cross the Atlantic nonstop.
Best for
- Transatlantic trips such as New York–London
- Groups of up to 14–16
- Overnight flights with beds
- Full cabin service
Popular models
| Model | Seats | Range | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfstream G450 | 12–16 | ≈ 4,350 nm | ≈ 476 kts |
| Dassault Falcon 900LX | 12–14 | ≈ 4,750 nm | ≈ 459 kts |
| Bombardier Challenger 650 | 10–12 | ≈ 4,000 nm | ≈ 470 kts |
| Embraer Legacy 650 | 13–14 | ≈ 3,900 nm | ≈ 459 kts |
Questions & answers
How many passengers fit in a heavy jet?
Usually 10–16, depending on the model and cabin layout.
How far can a heavy jet fly?
About 4,000–4,750 nm nonstop, depending on passengers, luggage and winds.
How much does it cost to charter a heavy jet?
Typically about $8,500–12,000 per flight hour, plus taxes and fees. Empty legs on the same aircraft can be 60–80% cheaper.
What is a heavy jet best for?
Transatlantic trips such as New York–London; Groups of up to 14–16; Overnight flights with beds; Full cabin service.
Fly a heavy jet
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Turboprop6–9 seats · ≈ 1,500–1,800 nm
Light Jet4–8 seats · ≈ 1,200–2,100 nm
Midsize Jet7–9 seats · ≈ 2,000–2,500 nm
Super-midsize Jet8–12 seats · ≈ 3,200–4,000 nm
Ultra-long-range Jet12–19 seats · ≈ 6,000–7,500 nm