Year of manufacture | 2012 |
Flight range, (km) | 2,095 |
Cruise speed, (km/h) | 835 |
Maximum number of passengers | 6 |
Cabin length, (m) | 4.11 |
Cabin height, (m) | 1.65 |
Maximum cabin width, (m) | 1.68 |
Baggage compartment volume, (m3) | 1.5 |
Premier 1A is a super-light private jet. First test flight of Premier 1 took place in 1998. In 2001 Premier 1 passed certification process. In 2005 production of new version Premier 1A started. Production of Beechcraft Premier 1A was stopped at 2012 due to bankruptcy of Hawker Beechcraft. More than 300 Premier 1 and Premier 1A private jets were produced during this decade.
Premier 1A passenger cabin can be compared to cabin of mid-size private jet as cabin height is 1.65 meter. Combined with ergonomic and elegant cabin design it makes Premier 1A a good solution for short charter flights for small groups of passengers. Front gallery with mini-bar and catering storage area makes possible to serve cold meals on-board. There are two baggage compartments in front and tail parts of private jet.
Premier 1A body is made of highly durable composite materials. This made possible to decrease overall weight and decrease fuel consumption. Williams FJ44-2A engines are installed on Premier 1A show high fuel efficiency. All this makes possible to keep charter price competitive. ProLine 21avionics set provides flight performance data on 3 displays in cockpit.
Price of pre-owned Premier 1A 2008 year of manufacture is around 1,5 million USD and depends on flight hours since new, technical condition and installed equipment. Pre-owned Premier 1 produced in 2003 can be purchased for less than 1 million USD.
We are happy to offer private jet rental of Embraer Praetor 500 for single charter flights, program of flights or long-term rental for a period starting from 3 months. In case you would like to purchase Praetor 500 we are ready to consult on purchase and operation process and assist in purchase, start of operation and management of your private jet. We can organise charter sales of your private jet when you do not use it and profit from these flights would cover some part of private jet ownership expenses.