Jet Types Flashcards
(15 cards)
Light Jets: typical passenger capacity and range for
Seats: 4–7 passengers
Range: ~1,200–2,000 nautical miles
What are Light Jets best for?
Short regional trips (2–3 hours)
Business travel and weekend escapes
Accessing smaller airports with short runways
Light Jets defining features
Compact and efficient
Lower hourly cost
Quick boarding and takeoff
Limited baggage and standing room
Midsize jets passenger capacity and range
Seats: 6–8 passengers
Range: ~2,000–3,000 nautical miles
What are midsize jets best for?
Medium-haul travel across the U.S.
Corporate teams and small family groups
Travelers needing more space than light jets
Midsize jets defining features
Enclosed lavatory, larger cabin
More baggage room
Some models have stand-up cabins
Super midsize jets passenger capacity and range
Seats: 8–10 passengers
Range: ~3,000–3,600+ nautical miles
What are super midsize jets best for?
Cross-country and transcontinental trips
Business or leisure groups needing range and comfort
Higher performance and weather resilience
Defining features of super midsize jets
Stand-up cabin, upgraded amenities
Enhanced speed and performance
Popular for coast-to-coast travel
Heavy jets passenger capacity and range
Seats: 10–14+ passengers
Range: ~3,500–5,000 nautical miles
What are heavy jets best for
Coast-to-coast or U.S.–Europe flights
Groups, corporate teams, or extended family
Those wanting in-flight luxury and space
Defining features of heavy jets
Spacious cabin, full galley, multiple lavatories
High-end finishes, quiet cabins
Ample baggage space
Ultra long range jets passenger capacity and range
Seats: 12–19 passengers
Range: 6,000–7,700+ nautical miles
What are ultra long range jets best for?
Global travel with no fuel stops
VIPs, executives, and luxury travelers
Long-haul nonstop flights (e.g., NY to Dubai, LA to Tokyo)
Defining features of ultra long range jets
The most advanced aircraft in performance and luxury
Full-service kitchens, large sleeping areas
Latest cabin tech and ultra-quiet design
