| Light jets are a type of jet that is commonly used by | | | | models in 1994, but they can still be used in the airline |
| individuals for business events or personal use. | | | | industry. |
| Referred to in the industry as entry-level jets, light jets | | | | Hawker 400 (Beechjet 400) |
| are chosen for economical reasons and can travel up | | | | This model aircraft can seat up to 7 passengers and |
| to 1,500 miles depending on the type of jet chosen. | | | | accompany 2 pilots. The cruising speed is 476 mph |
| Most light jets can travel at a range of 440 mph and | | | | with a maximum speed of up to 518 mph. This micro |
| can hold limited amounts of luggage due to its small | | | | jet has a range of about 1,482 nautical miles (2,744 |
| size. Some light jets have restrooms on board, but not | | | | km). The Beechjet 400 was renamed the Hawker |
| all. It is best to check with the aircraft provider. | | | | 400 after the Raytheon company purchased the |
| Light jets are an excellent choice for people are using | | | | production rights. In 2008, the company announced |
| airports whose capacity cannot accommodate large | | | | model upgrades including newer and more efficient |
| commercial aircrafts. | | | | engines, newer entertainment systems, and an interior |
| There are many types of light jets available on today's | | | | re-design. |
| private jet market. Some popular models are: | | | | Citation Bravo (or Cessna Citation II) |
| Learjet 35 & 36 | | | | The Cessna company is well-known in the private jet |
| The Learjet 35 and 36 are identical except for a few | | | | industry. The Citation Bravo replaced the popular |
| modifications in the | | | | Citation II model before operation ceased in 2006. This |
| 36 model. The 36 model has a larger fuselage fuel | | | | micro jet has a maximum seating capacity of 7-8 |
| tank, allowing it to travel 500 miles longer than the 35 | | | | people and a cruising speed of 430 mph. The Citation |
| model. However, due to the larger fuel tank, the 36 | | | | Bravo has a range of a little over 1,500 miles and is |
| model eliminates approximately 18 inches of passenger | | | | ideal for mid-range business trips. |
| space. | | | | Light jets can be purchased wholly or through |
| This light jet is powered by twin turbofan engines and | | | | fractional ownership programs. However, most private |
| can seat approximately 6-8 people comfortably. The | | | | airplanes are chartered through special agencies. |
| Bombardier Learjet Corporation ceased making these | | | | |