Why Choose a Heavy Jet?
Heavy jets are the workhorses of long-range private aviation. With cabin lengths of 10–15 meters, widths exceeding 2.2 meters, and multiple distinct living zones, these aircraft deliver a true office-in-the-sky or bedroom-in-the-sky experience for intercontinental travel.
Designed for nonstop flights of 8,000 to 12,000 km, heavy jets comfortably connect city pairs like London to Singapore, Paris to Los Angeles, or Dubai to New York. Their generous baggage capacity, full galleys, and crew rest areas ensure both passengers and crew arrive fresh and rested.
Advantages of Heavy Jets
Multiple Cabin Zones
Separate areas for working, dining, and sleeping. Forward conference area, mid-cabin lounge, and aft private suite — all within one aircraft.
Intercontinental Range
Cover 8,000–12,000 km nonstop. Fly London to Dubai, New York to London, or Dubai to Singapore without refueling stops.
Full Galley Service
Equipped with full-size galleys capable of meal preparation and multi-course catering. Convection ovens, refrigeration, and ample storage for long flights.
Sleeping Capability
Flat-bed configurations, dedicated sleeping suites, and divan-to-bed conversions allow passengers to rest during overnight crossings and arrive refreshed.
Available Heavy Jet Models
Gulfstream G450
Passengers: 14
Range: 8,061 km
Speed: 904 km/h
Charter: from €7,500/h
Proven Gulfstream workhorse with three cabin zones. Over 500 aircraft in service worldwide.
Gulfstream G550
Passengers: 16
Range: 12,038 km
Speed: 904 km/h
Charter: from €8,500/h
Ultra-long-range capability in a heavy jet body. Four living areas. PlaneView cockpit with HUD.
Gulfstream G500
Passengers: 13
Range: 9,630 km
Speed: 941 km/h
Charter: from €8,000/h
Next-generation wide-cabin heavy jet. Symmetry Flight Deck, 100% fresh air, and the widest cabin in its class.
Gulfstream G600
Passengers: 13
Range: 12,038 km
Speed: 941 km/h
Charter: from €9,000/h
Extended-range variant of the G500. Three living areas with stand-up cabin height of 1.88 m.
Bombardier Challenger 650
Passengers: 12
Range: 7,408 km
Speed: 870 km/h
Charter: from €6,800/h
Widest cabin in the heavy jet category. Proven CL-600 platform with modern avionics and cabin management.
Bombardier Global 5500
Passengers: 16
Range: 10,186 km
Speed: 935 km/h
Charter: from €9,500/h
Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 engines. Smooth ride with Bombardier's proprietary wing technology.
Bombardier Global 6500
Passengers: 17
Range: 12,223 km
Speed: 935 km/h
Charter: from €10,000/h
Ultra-long-range capability with Bombardier Vision flight deck and Ka-band Wi-Fi connectivity.
Dassault Falcon 2000LXS
Passengers: 10
Range: 7,400 km
Speed: 880 km/h
Charter: from €6,500/h
Wide-body Falcon with excellent short-field performance. Access airports other heavy jets cannot reach.
Dassault Falcon 900LX
Passengers: 12
Range: 8,800 km
Speed: 900 km/h
Charter: from €7,500/h
Iconic tri-jet design for superior performance and safety. Exceptional runway flexibility.
Embraer Legacy 600
Passengers: 13
Range: 6,019 km
Speed: 834 km/h
Charter: from €6,000/h
Three-zone cabin based on the ERJ-135 platform. Generous baggage capacity and proven systems.
Heavy Jet Comparison Table
| Model | Passengers | Range (km) | Speed (km/h) | Charter/h | Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy 600 | 13 | 6,019 | 834 | €6,000 | from $10M* |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 10 | 7,400 | 880 | €6,500 | from $25M |
| Challenger 650 | 12 | 7,408 | 870 | €6,800 | from $32M |
| G450 | 14 | 8,061 | 904 | €7,500 | from $15M* |
| Falcon 900LX | 12 | 8,800 | 900 | €7,500 | from $20M* |
| G500 | 13 | 9,630 | 941 | €8,000 | from $44M |
| G550 | 16 | 12,038 | 904 | €8,500 | from $20M* |
| G600 | 13 | 12,038 | 941 | €9,000 | from $56M |
| Global 5500 | 16 | 10,186 | 935 | €9,500 | from $46M |
| Global 6500 | 17 | 12,223 | 935 | €10,000 | from $56M |
* Pre-owned market pricing.
Typical Heavy Jet Routes
- London — New York: 7h 30min nonstop
- Paris — Dubai: 6h 30min nonstop
- Geneva — Singapore: 11h (with 1 fuel stop)
- Munich — Tokyo: 11h 30min (with 1 fuel stop)
- Milan — São Paulo: 11h (with 1 fuel stop)
- Zurich — Los Angeles: 12h nonstop (G550/G600)
Heavy Jet Ownership & Charter Advisory
Plane Selection by Plane Selection offers comprehensive heavy jet services: on-demand charter, aircraft acquisition and disposition, fleet management, and charter revenue programs. For frequent long-haul travelers flying 300+ hours annually, aircraft ownership with charter-back programs can offset 40-60% of operating costs.
