Heavy Jet Charter

The class

What a heavy jet charter delivers

Heavy jets sit above the super-midsize class and below ultra-long-range and VIP airliners. They are defined by a tall, wide cabin you can stand and walk in, a private aft lavatory, and the fuel to cross a continent or an ocean without a stop.

8-16Passengers

4,000-6,000 nmTypical range

6.0-6.3 ftCabin height

Mach 0.80-0.88Cruise speed

100-200+ cu ftBaggage volume

2 crew + cabinFlight crew

Because the cabin is pressurized for high-altitude cruise and large enough for a forward galley, a club-four seating zone, and an aft divan, heavy jets are built for the kind of trip where you work, hold a meeting, eat a proper meal, and arrive ready to go. Most carry a flight attendant on longer legs, so catering, bar service, and rest are handled in the air.

Cabin & range

Comfort, baggage, and the trips it fits

The heavy jet earns its name twice over - heavy fuel for distance, and a heavy-duty cabin for groups that need space to spread out on a multi-hour flight.

Heavy jet parked at sunset, illustrating the long-range private charter category

Stand-up, walk-through cabin - typically 6.0 to 6.3 ft tall and 7.5 to 8.0 ft wide, seating 9 to 13 in a charter layout.
Generous, often externally accessed baggage holds that swallow golf bags, ski gear, hard cases, and a week of luggage for the group.
A fully enclosed aft lavatory, forward galley with cabin service, and frequently a crew-attended flight on legs over three to four hours.
Nonstop transcontinental hops such as New York to Los Angeles or Seattle to Miami, with no fuel stop.
Transatlantic capability on the longer-legged models - for example New York (KTEB) to London (EGGW) or Boston to Geneva.
Quiet, high-altitude cruise above weather and traffic for a smoother ride on long flights.

~5 hrNY to LA nonstop

~7 hrNY to London nonstop

9-13Comfortable seating

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Representative aircraft

Heavy jets we charter

We are aircraft-agnostic and source from a vetted operator network, so we match the tail to your route, group size, and budget rather than pushing a single model. These are the heavy jets we charter most often.

Gulfstream G450 / G550

A long-cabin Gulfstream pairing with strong transatlantic range and a refined, quiet interior. The G550 in particular reaches well past 6,000 nm, blurring the line into ultra-long-range work.

Bombardier Challenger 605 / 650

One of the widest cabins in the heavy class, prized for a flat-floor walk-through and excellent value on transcontinental and shorter transatlantic legs.

Dassault Falcon 900 / 2000

Trijet and twinjet Falcons known for short-field access, fuel efficiency, and a smooth ride - a good fit when your departure or arrival airport has a tighter runway.

Embraer Legacy 600 / 650

A roomy three-zone cabin with a large baggage hold, popular for group travel where luggage and cabin space matter as much as outright range.

Availability, age, and configuration vary by tail and by date, so we confirm the specific aircraft - and its nonstop feasibility for your load - before you commit.

Pricing

What drives heavy jet charter cost

Heavy jet charter is quoted per trip, never as a flat sticker price. We send a transparent, all-in figure for your route - and with no membership fees, you only pay for the flying you book.

Flight time & routing

Billable hours, one-way versus round-trip, and any repositioning to bring the aircraft to your departure airport are the largest cost drivers.

Aircraft & age

Newer or longer-range tails command higher rates than older heavy jets, even within the same class.

Crew & overnights

Multi-day trips add crew duty, overnight, and per-diem costs, plus a flight attendant on longer legs.

Demand & handling

Peak travel days, popular events, international handling, customs, and landing or parking fees all move the final number.

Tell us your city pair and date and we will translate these drivers into firm options - usually within hours. Reach the team any time at +1 917 750 8340 or [email protected].

FAQ

Common questions

How many passengers can a heavy jet carry?

Most heavy jets seat between 8 and 16 passengers in a stand-up cabin, with 9 to 13 being the typical configuration for charter. The exact seat count depends on the cabin layout, since some operators trade seats for a full divan, a private aft lavatory, or a dedicated crew rest area.

How far can a heavy jet fly nonstop?

Heavy jets typically fly 4,000 to 6,000 nautical miles nonstop, which covers most transcontinental and many transatlantic routes such as New York to London or Los Angeles to Honolulu. Real-world range varies with passenger load, baggage, headwinds, and runway length, so we confirm a nonstop is feasible before quoting.

Which aircraft are considered heavy jets?

Representative heavy jets include the Gulfstream G450 and G550, the Bombardier Challenger 605 and 650, the Dassault Falcon 900 and 2000, and the Embraer Legacy 600 and 650. Each offers a stand-up cabin, a private lavatory, and the range to skip the fuel stops that smaller jets often need.

What does a heavy jet charter cost?

Heavy jet charter is priced per trip rather than at a fixed rate, and the main cost drivers are flight time, aircraft model and age, one-way versus round-trip routing, repositioning, overnight and crew fees, peak-day demand, and international handling. Private JetOne has no membership fees, and we send a clear all-in quote for your specific route.

When should I choose a heavy jet over a midsize or ultra-long-range jet?

Choose a heavy jet when you need a stand-up cabin, room for 8 or more passengers with full luggage, and nonstop transcontinental or transatlantic range. Step up to an ultra-long-range jet or VIP airliner for the longest intercontinental legs, or step down to a midsize jet when your trip is shorter and you want a more economical option.

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