Light Jet
- 5–7 passengers
- 1,500–2,000 nm
- 420–450 kts
Operated by ARGUS Gold-rated charter partner
Estimated from
From $3,200 / hour
USD · indicative
Aircraft Guide
Compare Private Jet Aircraft
Six aircraft categories cover almost every charter mission. Compare passenger capacity, range, speed, cabin height and estimated hourly cost before you request a quote.
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Specifications compiled from public manufacturer data.
Estimated Pricing
Hourly ranges are indicative, never guaranteed quotes.
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The Six Categories
Every Aircraft Category, Explained
Categories are grouped primarily by range and cabin size, which determine both comfort and mission suitability.
Midsize Jet
- 7–8 passengers
- 2,000–3,000 nm
- 440–470 kts
Operated by ARGUS Gold-rated charter partner
Estimated from
From $4,800 / hour
USD · indicative
Super-Midsize Jet
- 8–10 passengers
- 3,000–3,600 nm
- 460–490 kts
Operated by ARGUS Gold-rated charter partner
Estimated from
From $6,400 / hour
USD · indicative
Heavy Jet
- 10–16 passengers
- 4,000–5,000 nm
- 480–510 kts
Operated by ARGUS Gold-rated charter partner
Estimated from
From $8,900 / hour
USD · indicative
Ultra-Long-Range Jet
- 12–19 passengers
- 6,000–7,500 nm
- 490–520 kts
Operated by ARGUS Gold-rated charter partner
Estimated from
From $13,500 / hour
USD · indicative
Turboprop Jet
- 6–9 passengers
- 1,000–1,500 nm
- 270–320 kts
Operated by ARGUS Gold-rated charter partner
Estimated from
From $2,400 / hour
USD · indicative
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Aircraft Comparison Table
Passenger capacity, range, speed, cabin height and estimated hourly rate for each category.
| Category | Passengers | Range | Speed | Cabin Height | Estimated Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet | 5–7 passengers | 1,500–2,000 nm | 420–450 kts | 4.9 ft | From $3,200 / hour |
| Midsize Jet | 7–8 passengers | 2,000–3,000 nm | 440–470 kts | 5.7 ft | From $4,800 / hour |
| Super-Midsize Jet | 8–10 passengers | 3,000–3,600 nm | 460–490 kts | 6.1 ft | From $6,400 / hour |
| Heavy Jet | 10–16 passengers | 4,000–5,000 nm | 480–510 kts | 6.2 ft | From $8,900 / hour |
| Ultra-Long-Range Jet | 12–19 passengers | 6,000–7,500 nm | 490–520 kts | 6.3 ft | From $13,500 / hour |
| Turboprop | 6–9 passengers | 1,000–1,500 nm | 270–320 kts | 4.7 ft | From $2,400 / hour |
Methodology and disclosure
Figures are indicative ranges compiled from aggregated operator rate cards, published fee schedules and market research. They are not quotations. Viatar may receive a fee when a planning request results in a booking with an independent provider; this never influences editorial recommendations.
Choosing an Aircraft
How to Choose the Right Category
Start with your mission, not the category name. A turboprop or light jet is usually the most efficient choice for regional trips under two hours with fewer than six passengers, particularly into airports with shorter runways.
Midsize and super-midsize jets suit coast-to-coast domestic travel and short international hops, offering a stand-up cabin and enclosed lavatory that light jets typically lack.
Heavy and ultra-long-range jets are built for intercontinental missions, larger groups and multi-day trips where cabin comfort over many hours matters more than cost per flight hour.
Always confirm actual range and payload with the operator: manufacturer figures assume ideal conditions, and real-world range shortens with full passenger loads, headwinds or shorter runways.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Light jets typically carry 5–7 passengers with reduced cabin headroom and a range under 2,000 nm, while midsize jets carry 7–8 passengers with a stand-up cabin and a range up to about 3,000 nm.
Only heavy and ultra-long-range jets reliably fly nonstop transatlantic routes with a full passenger load; super-midsize jets can sometimes manage shorter transatlantic legs with a fuel stop.
Generally yes on an hourly basis, though a smaller aircraft flying a route beyond its comfortable range may need a fuel stop that adds time and cost, sometimes making a larger jet more economical overall.
Cabin height determines whether passengers can stand and move around during flight. Aircraft below roughly 5.5 feet of cabin height typically require passengers to remain seated or stoop while moving.
Yes. Operators can often source a specific model if it is available, though this may narrow the pool of aircraft and affect pricing or lead time.
They are indicative ranges compiled from aggregated market data and are not guaranteed. Confirmed pricing is only available once an operator quotes your specific trip.
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