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CONTENTS M O N AC O YAC HT S HOW 2 0 2 6 S P E C I A L E D IT I O N

Monaco Yacht Show is the world’s largest annual gathering of superyachts and megayachts, experts, and owners. Yacht operations represent the highest end of corporate helicopter applications with the most luxurious models forming a striking sight over Monaco’s bay during this event. It’s also a good reminder that most of these great helicopters we are using today for corporate applications have been principally designed and perfected year after year to support the offshore oil and gas industry carrying a DNA of enhanced safety and efficiency. Elite Wings publishes timely, structured, validated, unbiased, and relevant business aviation intelligence. Elite Wings business aviation guides aggregate knowledge from industry leaders, shapers, and analysts to deliver relevant information about the current state of the market and its future direction in each segment of our industry. We identify the key points to consider when selecting solutions, identify what to ask who and when. Our motivation is to enable readers to make informed decisions when selecting, acquiring, and managing their business aviation strategies and decisions.

VERTICAL LUXURY The Latest in Corporate Helicopters for 2026

F/LIST Raising the Bar for Helicopter Cabin Design

BUSINESS AVIATION A Strategic Driver of Europe’s Global Competitiveness and Safety Excellence

THE SUPER YACHT LOUNGE: Monaco’s Most Exclusive Address for Business at Sea

ELITE WINGS BUSINESS AVIATION INTERIOR DESIGN AWARDS

QUICK GUIDES

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CORPORATE HELICOPTERS BUSINESS JETS PRE-OWNED CONNECTIVITY

VERTICAL LUXURY The Latest in Corporate Helicopters for 2026 By Abdelmajid Jlioui

The corporate helicopter market continues to be driven by demand for faster point-to-point mobility, yacht support operations, private ownership, and premium charter services. Manufacturers are focusing on larger cabins, quieter operations, advanced avionics, improved connectivity, and distinctive luxury interiors. Below is an overview of the latest offerings from the major OEMs.

TURBINE-POWERED HELICOPTER CATEGORIES LIGHT | MTOW * < 7,000 lbs

With their large mission versatility and efficiency, Light helicopters are the most popular helicopters in the civil market. The Light category is divided into two sub-categories: single and twin-engine. The primary differences between single- and twin-engine helicopters lie in their power and speed capabilities. Twin-engine helicopters provide greater overall power and speed when compared to their single-engine counterparts. The engine redundancy is especially valuable when flying over water, densely populated areas, or inhospitable terrains.

MEDIUM & SUPER-MEDIUM | < 20,000 lbs

10,000 lbs < MTOW *

Developed primarily to support the offshore oil and gas industry, the Medium and Super-Medium category helicopters have proven very popular in corporate transportation applications as their large and unobstructed cabins can embody the hallmarks of elegance, style, and sophistication. These helicopters can often be equipped with state-of-the-art telecommunications and entertainment systems, dedicated workspaces, and refreshment and stowage areas.

INTERMEDIATE | 7,000 lbs < MTOW * < 10,000 lbs

HEAVY | 20,000 lbs < MTOW *

The Intermediate category combines light helicopter versatility with increased cabin size and range capabilities making them perfect for a large number of missions ranging from Emergency Medical Services to Search & Rescue and offshore operations.

Designed primarily for the long-range offshore oil and gas market, Heavy helicopters are very popular in the VVIP market for government officials and head-of-state transportation

* Maximum Take-Off Weight

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Airbus Corporate Helicopters (ACH)

Airbus remains the strongest player in the dedicated VIP helicopter segment through its ACH (Airbus Corporate Helicopters) division. The flagship ACH160 continues to gain traction among private owners, yacht operators, and charter providers, combining cutting-edge H160 technology with a premium cabin and a high level of customization. Recent deliveries have expanded the type’s presence in Europe, North America, and the Asia-Pacific region.

The Airbus ACH140, unveiled at Verticon 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia (March 9-12, 2026), is the newest addition to Airbus Corporate Helicopters’ business aviation portfolio. Built on the H140 platform, the ACH140 is designed for corporate and private operators seeking a premium light twin-engine helicopter with enhanced comfort, performance, and efficiency. It features a spacious cabin for up to six passengers, panoramic windows, a quiet five-blade rotor system, advanced Helionix® avionics, and a 4-axis autopilot to reduce pilot workload. Airbus has already secured launch customers in the United States, Europe, and Brazil, with first deliveries expected in 2030. The headline launch of 2026 is the updated ACH145 Mercedes-Benz Edition, unveiled in São Paulo on February 26, 2026. Based on the latest five-blade H145 platform, the helicopter features a completely redesigned cabin inspired by Mercedes-Benz’s «Sensual Purity» design philosophy and is available in multiple VIP configurations seating four to eight passengers. Airbus and Mercedes-Benz have now extended a partnership that dates back to 2010.

The new ACH145 Mercedes-Benz Edition cabin embodies Mercedes-Benz’s design philosophy, Sensual Purity.

Category

LIGHT TWIN ENGINE

Image Courtesy Airbus ©Airbus

AIRBUS| ACH140

PERFORMANCE Range

~ 367 nm

Max Endurance

N/A

Max Cruise Speed

155 kts

Economy Cruise Speed N/A Service Ceiling

N/A

Hover IGE Ceiling

N/A

Hover OGE Ceiling

N/A

WEIGHTS Max Takeoff

7,000 lbs

Basic Operating

N/A

Max Payload

N/A

Usable Fuel

N/A

SYSTEMS AVIONICS Manufacturer

Airbus Helicopters

Model

Helionix Avionics Suite

ENGINES Number of Engines

Manufacturer

Safran Helicopter Engines

Model

Arrius 2E

Takeoff Power

700 shp

Max Continuous Power

580 shp

CABIN Max Passengers

Cabin Height

3.9 ft

Cabin Width

5.2 ft

Cabin Length

9.2 ft

Cabin Volume

215.4 cu.ft

Baggage Compartment

14.1 cu.ft

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Launched in 2026, the ACH140 is the corporate version of the in-development new-generation light twin-engine H140 helicopter. Airbus Helicopters developed the H140 to bridge the gap between the H135 and H145 product lines. Launched in 2025, the H140 was designed in close collaboration with helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) operators and incorporates advanced technologies from Airbus’ existing rotorcraft family, including the Helionix avionics suite, a five-blade bearingless main rotor, and a new T-tail design that enhances hover performance. Powered by two Safran Arrius 2E engines rated at 700 shp each, the H140 offers improved payload, range, and operational efficiency within the three tonne class. The helicopter features a spacious cabin capable of accommodating up to six passengers, large loading doors, and a flat-floor interior optimized for emergency medical, corporate transport, public service, and utility missions. Airbus plans to certify and introduce the H140 into service in 2028, positioning it as a versatile and high-performance platform for operators seeking greater capability than the H135 while maintaining lower operating costs than larger twin-engine helicopters.

The Airbus ACH140 mock-up presented at this year’s VERTICON showcased the new Airbus Corporate Helicopters (ACH) Line collection and its redesigned cabin interior. Introducing a dynamic and sophisticated design philosophy, the collection establishes a distinctive visual identity that will be progressively extended across the ACH range, reflecting a renewed approach to style, comfort, and contemporary luxury.

Images Courtesy Airbus ©Airbus

LEONARDO HELICOPTERS | AGUSTA

The AW139 remains the benchmark in the medium category

Leonardo continues to hold a leading position in the executive twin-engine helicopter market through its Agusta VIP brand. The company’s core offerings remain the AW109 GrandNew, AW109 Trekker, AW169, and AW139, all of which enjoy strong demand among private owners and corporate operators. Leonardo states that the AW109 family remains the benchmark in the light twin category, while the AW169 continues to expand its presence in the light-intermediate segment. The most anticipated development is the AW09, a next-generation single-engine helicopter featuring a large cabin, flat floor, low-vibration five-blade rotor system, and modern avionics. The aircraft is currently in the final stages of EASA certification, with the recently certified Safran Arriel 2K engine marking a significant milestone toward entry into service. The AW09 will be the first all-new helicopter design in its light-single weight class in more than 30 years. The aircraft is expected to become a strong competitor to the Airbus ACH130 and Bell 407 in the corporate market, offering significantly more cabin volume than most single-engine rivals. The AW109 GrandNew continues to be Leonardo’s flagship light-twin VIP helicopter. While no major new variant has been announced, the model remains in production and continues to see strong demand in the executive transport market. Leonardo continues to market the type 10 / E L IT E W I N G S M AGA Z I N E © 2 0 2 6

under the Agusta executive brand, emphasizing speed, operational flexibility, and premium cabin appointments. The AW109 Trekker variant remains Leonardo’s utility-oriented light twin featuring skid landing gear and a modern glass cockpit. Although often used for EMS and public-service missions, the Trekker continues to attract executive operators seeking lower operating costs and enhanced flexibility. The AW169 continues to gain momentum as Leonardo’s fastest-growing corporate helicopter. Corporate demand

Widely favored for yacht operations, the twin-engine AW109 offers an ideal blend of speed, versatility, and comfort, making it well suited to the demanding requirements of luxury yacht owners and guests.

is particularly strong in Brazil and Latin America, where executive operators increasingly select the aircraft as a larger alternative to the AW109. In 2026, Brazilian retailer Havan ordered a second AW169, reinforcing confidence in the type’s VIP capabilities The AW139 remains the benchmark in the medium twin-engine helicopter market and Leonardo’s most successful helicopter program. The model is approaching 1,600 aircraft ordered worldwide, with approximately 300 operators in over 90 countries. Saudi Arabia’s The Helicopter Company (THC) ordered 11 additional AW139s at Farnborough Airshow 2026, showcasing a strong demand for this model across the Middle East and Asia-Pacific markets for many civilian applications, including VIP, offshore energy and EMS. The AW139 is considered one of the world’s leading executive helicopters, ideal for larger cabins, longer missions, and multi-role operation and a strong replacement candidate for aging medium twins. The AW189 remains Leonardo’s premier super-medium helicopter and is increasingly used for high-end corporate shuttle, offshore transport, and head-of-state missions. The platform continues to benefit from its family commonality with the AW139 and AW169. Additionally, it remains a very strong competitor to the H175 from Airbus Helicopters.

The AW169 continues to gain momentum as Leonardo’s fastest-growing corporate helicopter.

BELL

The Bell 429 remains Bell’s strongest offering in the executive and VIP transport market, delivering exceptional comfort, advanced technology, and a refined passenger experience.

Bell’s corporate portfolio continues to center around the Bell 429 and the long-awaited Bell 525. The Bell 429 remains Bell’s strongest platform in the executive and VIP transport segment. Recent market activity shows continued demand from corporate and VIP operators, particularly in Europe and the Middle East. Bell announced orders for three corporate-configured Bell 429 helicopters from VIP operators in the UK and Estonia during AERO Friedrichshafen 2026, signaling ongoing momentum in the executive market. The Bell 429 remains also one of the most popular executive light twins in North America, thanks to its spacious cabin, ease of operation, and flexibility for corporate and charter missions Since its introduction in 2017, the entry level Bell 505 has accumulated more than 390,000 flight hours and operates in more than 55 countries across six continents. Based on the proven Bell 206L-4 rotor and drive system, the Bell 505 brings the familiar feel of its predecessor and elevates it with intuitive avionics and enhanced operational reliability.

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During the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow, Bell announced the delivery its 700th Bell 505 to a private VIP operator, highlighting the platform’s popularity in the corporate aircraft segment. In 2025 Bell introduced new luxury interiors for the single engine Bell 407GXi, creating a new addition for its Designer Series catalogue. This latest offering was directly inspired by customer feedback on new interiors and features requested to amplify their flight experience.

Bell continues to work toward FAA certification of the Bell 525 Relentless, the industry’s first fly-by-wire commercial helicopter, with multiple reports suggesting certification could finally be achieved in late 2026. The aircraft’s large customizable cabin, advanced flight-control system, and long-range capabilities make it particularly attractive for executive transport and yacht-support operations. The Bell 525 is set to strengthen Bell’s position in the executive and VIP transport market, offering a new level of cabin comfort, mission flexibility, and technological advancement.

The new trim option upgrades all the interior cabin materials with superior leathers and coordinated color schemes featuring updated Black Kydex panels, headliner, and trim, along with custom stitched seats. Leather wrapped and color-matched armrests and headliner inserts and Bell Logo embroidery provide branded detail that elevate the interior from the standard. At the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow, Bell received a signed purchase agreement for an IFR-configured Bell 407GXi, marking the first time that the platform with an IFR configuration kit will be operated by a customer in the United Kingdom. The corporate operator, Glyn Jones, plans to use his new aircraft for business travel throughout the region and beyond.

Combining sleek styling, excellent visibility, and a modern flight deck, the Bell 505 is poised to become a compelling choice for owners seeking an accessible yet premium helicopter experience.

The Bell 525 is highly attractive for executive transportation because it combines a spacious, customizable cabin with advanced technology, long-range capability, and a premium passenger experience. Designed to accommodate up to 16 passengers, the aircraft offers a large flat-floor cabin that can be configured with luxury executive seating and VIP amenities, making it ideal for corporate flight departments, business leaders, and government transport missions. Its industry-first fly-by-wire flight control system enhances safety, reduces pilot workload, and delivers a smoother ride for passengers, while its advanced Garmin avionics provide increased situational awareness and operational efficiency. With a cruise speed of approximately 160 knots and a range of about 619 nautical miles, the Bell 525 enables executives to travel quickly between cities, business sites, and remote locations without sacrificing comfort. Combined with low vibration levels, a quiet cabin environment, and Bell’s global support network, the 525 is positioned to compete directly with premium executive helicopters such as the Airbus H160 and Leonardo AW139, making it Bell’s most promising future flagship for the VIP and corporate transportation market.

SIKORSKY Sikorsky’s presence in the corporate segment is centred on the now out-of-production S-76D. Although the manufacturer has not recently launched a major new corporate helicopter program, the S-76 remains one of the most respected executive transport platforms worldwide. More than 178 operators use the aircraft for VIP and corporate missions, including several head-of-state fleets. Its reputation is built on cabin comfort, twin-engine safety, reliability, and long-term support. The Sikorsky S-92 program is experiencing a significant resurgence, driven by the launch of the upgraded S-92A+, renewed offshore energy activity, and continued demand for head-of-state and searchand-rescue missions. Rather than replacing the platform, Sikorsky is modernizing it with substantial performance, safety, and maintenance improvements. The centerpiece of the program is the S-92A+ upgrade. The new version introduces the Phase IV main gearbox, designed with an auxiliary lubrication system that allows the helicopter to continue operating safely in the event of a primary oil system failure. The gearbox also increases overhaul intervals to more than 6,000 flight hours and addresses a long-standing industry focus on gearbox reliability and safety.

The VH-92 “Marine One” program strongly endorses the S-92 platform, underscoring its suitability for the demanding requirements of head-of-state and VVIP transport.

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In addition to the gearbox improvements, the S-92A+ incorporates enhanced GE CT7-8A6 engine performance and a 1,200-pound increase in maximum gross weight, allowing operators to carry additional passengers, cargo, or fuel. These upgrades are particularly attractive for offshore energy operators, VIP transport missions, and governments conducting long-range flights in challenging environments. Sikorsky expects to certify this upgrade by the end of 2026. The S-92 is now in service with head-of-state operations in 14 countries, and Sikorsky reports additional government and VIP opportunities under active pursuit. The S-92 platform remains very attractive for governments, royal families, and ultra-high-net-worth customers seeking the highest levels of capability and prestige From an executive transportation perspective, the most important endorsement of the S-92 platform is its selection as the basis for the VH-92A Patriot, the helicopter used for the U.S. Presidential transport mission known as Marine One. The VH-92A is derived from the S-92 airframe and was developed by Sikorsky to replace portions of the aging VH3D and VH-60N presidential fleet.

T U R B I N E - P OW E R E D H E L I C O P T E RS 2 0 2 5 WO R L DW I D E D E L I V E R I E S *

2024

136

LIGHT SINGLE ENGINE

120 84

90 48 49

54 31

Bell 505 LIGHT Twin Engine

Bell 407GXi

H125

H130

AW119Kx

44 42

29 20 18

H135 INTERMEDIATE

AW109

Bell 429

96 86

30 30

H145 MEDIUM

AW169 SUPER-MEDIUM

17 67 29

H160

9 AW139

HEAVY

H175

AW189

14 12 5

H225

S-92

AW101

* Deliveries based on the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) annual shipments report | All commercial missions

C O R P O R AT E H E L I C O P T E RS QUICK GUIDE

Light Single Engine

BELL | BELL 505

Light Single Engine

AIRBUS | ACH125

BELL | BELL 407GXi

Range

306 nm

Range

349 nm

Range

337 nm

Max Cruise Speed

125 kts

Max Cruise Speed

143 kts

Max Cruise Speed

133 kts

Max Takeoff

3,680 lbs

Max Takeoff

4,960 lbs

Max Takeoff

5,250 lbs

Number of Engines 1

Manufacturer

Rolls-Royce

Model

Safran Helicopter Engines Arriel 2D

Manufacturer

Model

Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2R

Model

250-C47E/4

Takeoff Power

505 shp

Takeoff Power

802 shp

Takeoff Power

862 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

61 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

61 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

85 cu.ft

Light Single Engine

AIRBUS | ACH130

Light Single Engine

LEONARDO | AW119Kx

LEONARDO | AW09

Range

347 nm

Range

510 nm

Range

430 nm

Max Cruise Speed

134 kts

Max Cruise Speed

131 kts

Max Cruise Speed

140 kts

Max Takeoff

5,512 lbs

Max Takeoff

6,283 lbs

Max Takeoff

6,284 lbs

Number of Engines 1

Manufacturer

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Manufacturer

Model

PT6B-37A

Takeoff Power

917 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

121.84 cu.ft

Model

Safran Helicopter Engines Arriel 2D

Takeoff Power

802 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

131 cu.ft

Light Twin Engine

Model

Safran Helicopter Engines Arriel 2K

Takeoff Power

1,006 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

230 cu.ft

Light Twin Engine

AIRBUS | ACH135

LEONARDO | AW109 Trekker

Light Twin Engine

LEONARDO | AW109 GrandNew

Range

349 nm

Range

440 nm

Range

442 nm

Max Cruise Speed

139 kts

Max Cruise Speed

152 kts

Max Cruise Speed

156 kts

Max Takeoff

6,570 lbs

Max Takeoff

7,000 lbs

Max Takeoff

7,000 lbs

Number of Engines 2

Manufacturer

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Manufacturer

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Model

PW207C

Model

PW207C

Takeoff Power

735 shp

Takeoff Power

735 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

137.7 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

137.7 cu.ft

Model

Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2B2 Plus

Takeoff Power

633 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

141 cu.ft

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C O R P O R AT E H E L I C O P T E RS QUICK GUIDE

Light Twin Engine

AIRBUS | ACH140

Intermediate

BELL | BELL 429

AIRBUS | ACH145

Range

400 nm

Range

372 nm

Range

366 nm

Max Cruise Speed

155 kts

Max Cruise Speed

150 kts

Max Cruise Speed

137 kts

Max Takeoff

7,000 lbs*

Max Takeoff

7,500 lbs*

Max Takeoff

8,157 lbs

Number of Engines 2

Manufacturer

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Manufacturer

Model

PW207D1/ D2

Takeoff Power

719 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

204 cu.ft

Model

Safran Helicopter Engines Arrius 2E

Takeoff Power

700 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

215 cu.ft

Intermediate

Model

Safran Helicopter Engines Arriel 2E

Takeoff Power

667 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

166 cu.ft

Medium

LEONARDO | AW169

Medium

AIRBUS | ACH160

LEONARDO | AW139

Range

424 nm

Range

460 nm

Range

573 nm

Max Cruise Speed

141 kts

Max Cruise Speed

155 kts

Max Cruise Speed

165 kts

Max Takeoff

10,141 lbs

Max Takeoff

13,338 lbs

Max Takeoff

14,110 lbs

Number of Engines 2

Manufacturer

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Manufacturer

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Model

PW210A1

Model

PT6C-67C

Takeoff Power

1,175 shp

Takeoff Power

1,679 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

222.5 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

282.52 cu.ft

Model

Safran Helicopter Engines Arrano 1A

Takeoff Power

1,280 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

230 cu.ft

Super-Medium

AIRBUS | ACH175

Super-Medium / Tiltrotor

LEONARDO | AW189

LEONARDO | AW609

Range

613 nm

Range

413 nm*

Range

1,000 nm

Max Cruise Speed

151 kts

Max Cruise Speed

155 kts

Max Cruise Speed

270 kts

Max Takeoff

17,196 lbs

Max Takeoff

18,298 lbs

Max Takeoff

18,000 lbs

Number of Engines 2

Manufacturer

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Manufacturer

General Electric

Manufacturer

Pratt & Whitney Canada

Model

PT6C-67E

Model

CT7-2E1

Model

PT6C-67A

Takeoff Power

1,774 shp

Takeoff Power

1,985 shp

Takeoff Power

1,940 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

434 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

395.5 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

318.19 cu.ft

C O R P O R AT E H E L I C O P T E RS QUICK GUIDE

Super-Medium

Heavy

BELL | BELL 525 Relentless

Heavy

AIRBUS | H225

SIKORSKY | S-92

Range

580 nm

Range

452 nm

Range

546 nm

Max Cruise Speed

160 kts

Max Cruise Speed

175 kts

Max Cruise Speed

151 kts

Max Takeoff

20,500 lbs

Max Takeoff

24,251 lbs

Max Takeoff

26,500 lbs

Number of Engines 2

Manufacturer

General Electric

Manufacturer

Safran

Manufacturer

General Electric

Model

CT7-2F1

Model

Makila 2A1

Model

CT7-8A

Takeoff Power

1,979 shp

Takeoff Power

1,747 shp

Takeoff Power

2,520 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

TBD

Cabin Volume

547 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

700 cu.ft

Heavy

LATEST BUSINESS AVIATION GUIDES LEONARDO | AW101 Range

810 nm

Max Cruise Speed

150 kts

Max Takeoff

34,390 lbs

Number of Engines 3 Manufacturer

General Electric

Model

CT7-8E

Takeoff Power

2,527 shp

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

973 cu.ft

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RAISING THE BAR FOR HELICOPTER CABIN DESIGN How F/LIST is bringing business aviation craftsmanship and engineering to the rotorcraft cabin By Caroline Phaneuf

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Business aviation has long influenced corporate helicopter interiors, but designing for a rotorcraft presents a very different engineering challenge. Among other considerations, space is more constrained, weight margins are tighter, and vibration, accessibility and multi-mission flexibility all place unique demands on interior designers. Components that appear deceptively simple often require an entirely different approach to construction than their business jet counterparts. It is precisely this challenge that Austrian interiors specialist F/LIST has embraced as it formally expands into the corporate helicopter market, marking the latest evolution for a company that began more than 75 years ago as a small village carpentry woodshop before becoming a leading manufacturer of materials for business aircraft cabins. Along the way, the F/LIST group also established a significant presence in the yacht sector through its F/ YACHTING division, as well as in luxurious homes, making helicopters a natural extension of a business that now spans luxury interiors across air, sea and land. The move arrives with a high-profile customer: Airbus Corporate Helicopters (ACH).

One of the centerpieces of F/LIST’s expansion into helicopters is on display at this year’s Monaco Yacht Show. ACH is unveiling its new ACH140 Line helicopter and highlighting F/LIST’s role as one of the aircraft’s key interior partners. Rather than supplying a single decorative component, F/ LIST’s scope of work extends across numerous architectural elements of the ACH140 Line interior. In addition to a signature center console first revealed in a mockup at Verticon earlier this year, the company is responsible for the rear separation wall, central ceiling panel, carbon-fiber finish for the passenger sliding door, brushed aluminum placards and markings, and the reading lights and air vents. Collectively, these components establish a cohesive material language that reflects the helicopter’s contemporary design philosophy. But the program also illustrates the complexity of bringing business aviation craftsmanship into a rotorcraft environment. Developed in close collaboration with Airbus Corporate Helicopters, F/LIST’s contribution supports the new ACH Line design language, defined by stretched horizontal

lines, clean surfaces and carefully integrated ergonomic features that create an exceptional sense of space within what is necessarily a compact cabin. Rather than relying on decorative flourishes, the interior combines restrained elegance with purposeful functionality, creating an environment tailored to the expectations of today’s private and business aviation customers. The centre console exemplifies that philosophy. Finished in satin black varnish, it incorporates matte carbon-fibre drawer fronts featuring a distinctive 45-degree weave pattern that subtly reinforces the helicopter’s contemporary aesthetic while showcasing F/LIST’s expertise in advanced composites. Brushed metal-lined cupholders, leather-covered storage compartments and dedicated spaces for an iPhone and iPad reflect the growing expectation that even the smallest details should combine intuitive functionality with refined craftsmanship. The surrounding cabin follows the same philosophy. Carbon-fiber detailing, satin brushed nickel finishes, carefully integrated lighting and coordinated materials create continuity throughout the passenger compartment without overwhelming what remains a relatively compact aircraft. It reflects a broader shift within premium rotorcraft design. Increasingly, helicopter owners expect the same sophistication found aboard modern business jets – not by adding ornamentation, but through carefully considered materials, subtle detailing and highly integrated design. Craftsmanship meets industrial production While weight reduction remains fundamental, the project also demonstrates how premium craftsmanship increasingly extends beyond bespoke one-off completions into repeatable production programs. The ACH140’s center console illustrates that balance. For serial production, F/LIST is expecting to employ advanced monocoque construction using autoclave technology, providing high structural stability while minimizing weight – an approach particularly well suited to rotorcraft applications. While customers will be able to tailor their interiors to their individual preferences by selecting from a broad palette of high-quality and sustainable colors, materials and finishes, the program also demonstrates how lightweight composite engineering and refined natural materials can be combined without compromising either performance or aesthetics.

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A natural progression For F/LIST, helicopters represent the latest step in a broader expansion of its activities. Having entered business aviation in 2004 through a Bombardier Learjet refurbishment, the company has since become a supplier of more than 300 aircraft interiors annually, working with manufacturers including Bombardier, Embraer, Gulfstream and Pilatus. In 2025, it expanded further into premium commercial aircraft interiors before announcing its formal entry into corporate helicopters at Aircraft Interiors Expo 2026. The progression makes technical sense. Many of the core competencies – lightweight natural materials, certified wood veneers, advanced composites and complex monument manufacturing – transfer directly between aircraft categories, even though the engineering constraints differ. The move also builds naturally on capabilities the company has been developing for years. F/LIST’s expertise extends well beyond cabinetry into lightweight composite structures, certified natural materials, precision metalwork, upholstery and integrated monument manufacturing.

Through its innovation center, called F/LAB, where engineers and designers develop technologies ranging from lightweight stone inlays and bio-based materials to morphing cabin concepts and concealed lighting systems, and its joint venture HILITECH, a Composite Competence Centre for advanced lightweight solutions, the company has invested heavily in weight optimization, advanced materials and manufacturing technologies. The outcomes of this extensive research and development are equally applicable to business jets, premium commercial aircraft and helicopters. That combination of craftsmanship and engineering has become increasingly valuable as OEMs seek suppliers capable of contributing not simply individual parts, but integrated interior solutions. Looking ahead The ACH140 reflects the direction in which premium helicopter interiors are heading. Owners increasingly expect the same level of craftsmanship, material sophistication and personalization they experience aboard business jets and yachts, but meeting those expectations is about more than translating fixed-wing luxury into a smaller cabin. It is about creating interiors conceived specifically for the rotorcraft environment, where engineering, materials and craftsmanship come together to define a premium experience in its own right.

BUSINESS AVIATION A Strategic Driver of Europe’s Global Competitiveness and Safety Excellence By Viswanath Tata

Business aviation plays a vital role in strengthening Europe’s global competitiveness by providing efficient, flexible, and secure connectivity for business leaders, investors, and critical industries. It enables access to regions underserved by commercial airlines, supports economic growth, facilitates international trade, and enhances Europe’s attractiveness as a destination for investment and innovation. At the same time, the sector operates under some of the world’s most rigorous safety and regulatory frameworks, ensuring the highest standards of operational excellence, professionalism, and risk management. As Europe navigates an increasingly complex geopolitical and economic environment, business aviation remains a strategic asset—combining connectivity, resilience, and uncompromising safety to support the continent’s longterm prosperity and global leadership Sabine von der Linden, Group Standards Officer at Lux Aviation, sat down with Elite Wings to discuss how European operators continue to strive for the highest levels of safety excellence despite growing challenges.

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BU SIN ESS AVIATION | SA B IN E VON D ER LIN D EN

How important is safety culture within an aviation organization, and what practical steps can operators take to continuously strengthen it?

What are the biggest challenges in maintaining the highest safety standards while also meeting customer expectations for flexibility and efficiency?

It’s essential. A strong safety culture with management involvement and dedication are essential. Very early in the elaboration and construction of our group, we invested heavily in safety management: we decided to allocate a budget for a Group Safety Officer. The Group Safety Officer has a pivotal role in the entire organization and is involved in safety and compliance aspects as well, from the operations division through to the FBO. We have an excellent reporting rate within our group with a strong in-house Flight Data Monitoring team.

There is sometimes the idea to oppose efficiency and safety, it is not an idea but a challenge. Highest safety standards and efficiency are closely related. One doesn’t go without the other and creates flexibility for the customer. Maintaining continuity in executing tasks repetitively at the same standards offers flexibility. We aim for operational excellence with the introduction of new tools and software as well as reviewing constantly our operational capabilities. As an example, we recently decided to perform internally an analysis of the flight data monitoring.

Europe is known for having some of the world’s most stringent aviation regulations. How do these standards contribute to safety and operational excellence? We should be proud of the safety level that EASA and other regulatory bodies in Europe have achieved.. Without compromising this level, our regulators need to keep focus on our competitiveness while elaborating our new regulations. Only recently the EU green taxonomy exclusion was withdrawn. This had the potential to severely wound European BA. On the other hand, Europe was very quick to react to some of the new challenges like PED fires, GPS jamming and spoofing, showing that a pragmatic approach is possible. The elaboration of our future applicable laws is sometimes created by nontechnical authors. This can create difficulties to implement certain laws or directives in actual BA operations. As Group Standards Officer, how do you ensure consistent safety practices across different countries, fleets, and operating environments? The group is composed by several entities operating with a strong commonality in operating procedures, and, we further streamlined our operational support as well as maintenance practices to the strategy of our group. We adopted the recommended operating procedures offered by the OEMs and adapted only to the necessary of our operation. This requires constant supervision and adapting to the latest updates. Our group is constantly optimizing and enhancing our procedures but also introducing new notions like cybersecurity.

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training, operational matters. We have heavily invested in an IT department that not only provides us with the latest software but also protects our assets. The integration of such a system is not a small task, and it is imperative to have a good control on the implementation and be a frontrunner in its application. Data being the new gold shows even more when this data remains unprotected, or worse, gets stolen. How is the business aviation sector responding to the growing demand for more sustainable operations while maintaining high levels of service and safety?

What operational challenges—such as airspace congestion, airport slot restrictions, and geopolitical uncertainty—are most affecting European operators today? The answer lies in the question. Geopolitics has been a real challenge for the last 10 years. Multiple wars, conflicts at a regional scale, variable geometry wars, revolutions and coups d’état. Airport congestion, airport closures, restrictive opening times are putting an added difficulty to the daily operation. More stringent security rules and variable application through the countries as well as climate change are making operations more challenging. Ultimately cybersecurity becomes a challenge with many attacks on our industry. What skills and leadership qualities will be most important for the next generation of business aviation professionals? It is a mix of so many aspects. Flexibility, the time zone of your client may be very much different than yours; being open minded, open minded to new ideas and different cultures, clients are different, they all have their own wishes; and we are in an elitarian business and as such the clients deserve to be treated in a certain way. You must be an all-rounder, a Jack-of-all-trades. Fixing problems under time constraints and a deliberate passion for service complete the picture. How can technology and data-driven decision-making help enhance both safety and efficiency in business aviation? Safety and operational management are data driven departments, data which identifies gaps in human factors,

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Sustainability has become an everyday attitude and is strongly implemented within regulations and also daily operations. The reduction of environmental impact, whether from fuel consumption or noise management, has been a ten-year-long optimization process. We are actively promoting sustainable aviation fuel; we participated in an industry study regarding alternative propulsions systems and dedicate investments and time in further enhancing operational efficiency. Looking ahead, what must European business aviation do to remain both globally competitive and a benchmark for safety excellence? Adopt a specific business aviation/general aviation body of regulation. The rules we are bound to are the same as for the scheduled airlines. It is like asking a car driver to observe the same rules as a truck driver. We could follow the same core, but adapt how we implement it. How are changing customer demographics and expectations influencing the future of business aviation in Europe?

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We have noticed a different emerging clientèle, a young tech savvy generation of self-made entrepreneurs. The profile is different than the generations before and is now much younger. Owning a business jet is considered not anymore, a luxury but an essential business tool. In the past, a client was more predictable starting with a smaller turboprop and evolving later to the jets, it took years, if not decades, to grow the importance of jets. This is no longer true and we have seen multiple new clients appearing with the first purchase being an ultralong-range jet. In an increasingly competitive global economy, what role does business aviation play in attracting investment, innovation, and talent to Europe? Business aviation has always been at the forefront in technology, be it in manufacturing, adapting new solutions, optimising performance. It is comparable to Formula 1 for the automotive industry. Talent retention is essential, new talent acquisition and preparing the next

young generation should be on the agenda of our politicians. Almost half a million jobs relate to BA seeking highly skilled technical and operational jobs. Business aviation has also moved towards sustainability with most interesting initiatives like Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and non fossil-fuel propulsion systems. If you had one message for European decision-makers about the value of business aviation, what would it be and why? Our decision makers should see business aviation as an important tool in Europe’s development, both social and economic. It is not a luxury anymore but a necessity that facilitates, exchanges, and creates time. Decision makers should support our industry more. The populistic approach of some politicians shows a lack of knowledge until they start using it, then they happily adapt. We will face many challenges in the coming years but I remain confident in our industry and its capability to adapt and overcome a crisis.

THE SUPERYACHT LOUNGE Monaco’s Most Exclusive Address for Business at Sea Each September, the world’s most spectacular superyachts gather in Port Hercule for the Monaco Yacht Show. Beyond the docks and exhibition spaces, one venue has established itself as a focal point for high-level business relationships: the Superyacht Lounge (SYL). As luxury becomes increasingly defined by privileged access, the Superyacht Lounge offers a distinctly private approach. This invitation-only business and hospitality platform brings together a carefully selected network of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, advisors and luxury service providers operating at the highest levels of the international superyacht community. Its strength lies not only in the calibre of its guests, but also in its understanding of how business is conducted 2 8 / E L IT E W I N G S M AGA Z I N E © 2 0 2 6

within this highly relationship-driven industry. Trust, reputation and personal connections often carry more weight than formal presentations. The most valuable exchanges often arise in an environment where time, privacy and personal attention allow conversations to develop naturally. The Lounge’s distinctive “one-company-per-sector” policy adds to its appeal. By selecting only one organisation from each business category, it encourages cooperation rather than competition. Shipyards, private aviation specialists, financial institutions, legal experts, insurers and luxury brands can meet, exchange ideas and identify new opportunities of collaboration in a focused and relaxed setting.

Monaco is a natural home for such a concept. For decades, the Principality has stood at the crossroads of wealth, luxury and maritime excellence. During the Monaco Yacht Show, it becomes the centre of the global superyacht industry, attracting yacht owners, family offices, investors, yacht brokers, designers and charter professionals from around the world. The SuperYacht Lounge draws on this concentration of expertise by offering a setting designed specifically for senior-level meetings and introductions. Business, however, is only one part of the experience. The Lounge also reflects a wider shift in the luxury sector, where relationships are increasingly developed through shared experiences. Elegant lunches, private meetings, evening receptions and carefully planned networking events turn professional encounters into memorable occasions, strengthening trust and long-term loyalty. This approach is particularly relevant as the worlds of yachting, private aviation, real estate, art and investment become ever more closely connected. Today’s ultra-highnet-worth clients often move between several of these sectors, and the Lounge gives its members access to a wider circle of complementary expertise and opportunities.

While the yachts in Port Hercule may attract the headlines, many of the conversations shaping the industry’s future take place away from public view. It is at the Superyacht Lounge, partnerships are formed, business is initiated and valuable relationships are developed in an atmosphere of trust and discretion. The Superyacht Lounge has become a strategic meeting place for decision-makers across the international luxury and superyacht industries. In Monaco, where business and lifestyle have always existed side by side, it is difficult to imagine a more fitting setting.

Elite Wings business aviation guides aggregate knowledge from industry leaders, shapers, and analysts to deliver relevant information about the current state of the market and its future direction in each segment of our industry. We identify the key points to consider when selecting solutions, what to ask, and who to ask. Our motivation is to enable readers to make informed decisions when selecting, acquiring, and managing their business aviation strategies and decisions.

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INTERIOR DESIGN AWARDS The 2026 ELITE WINGS Business Aviation Interior Design Awards are sponsored by:

The Elite Wings Business Aviation Interior Design Awards are among the industry’s premier accolades for excellence in business aircraft cabin design, honoring innovative concepts, completed refurbishments, bespoke interiors, and exterior liveries across both private jets and VIP helicopters. Organized by Elite Wings Media, the awards celebrate creativity, craftsmanship, passenger experience, and the successful integration of luxury, functionality, and advanced design technologies. Winning projects are selected from submissions by leading design studios, completion centers, OEMs, and independent designers, highlighting the latest trends and achievements shaping the future of business aviation interiors. The awards cover categories including new concept designs, retrofit projects, VIP cabin interiors, and exterior paint schemes, providing a global platform for showcasing excellence in aircraft design and completion.

Business Jets | New Concept Offering PROWESS G700 by Natalie Rodriguez In Collaboration with KipCreating

Business Jets | Retrofit Project Long Range Category Bombardier Global XRS by Shalini Misra Design In Collaboration with AeroVisto Interior Services AG

Business Jets | Retrofit Project Super Large Category Embraer Legacy 650 By F/LIST

Business Jets | Retrofit Project Large Category Verdant Sky Falcon 2000 By Sarah Larranaga In Collaboration with West Star Aviation

Business Jets | Retrofit Project Midsize Category Clean & Modern Challenger 350 By Duncan Aviation

Business Jets | Exterior Livery Paint Refurbishment G-IV Speed In Motion By Duncan Aviation

Bizliners | New Concept Offering ACJ350 Private Sanctuary by PriestmanGoode

Bizliners | New Concept Offering ACJ350-1000 Blue Odyssey by Thomas de Lussac

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M A N U FAC T U R E RS O F F E R I N G M A P

VERY LIGHT ENTRY LEVEL CIRRUS AIRCRAFT

HQ: Duluth, Minnesota Founded in 1984

LIGHT VLJ

LIGHT

HONDAJET ELITE II

HONDAJET ECHELON 2028 Expected

SUPER LIGHT

G3 VISION JET 2016 | 2026

HONDA AIRCRAFT HQ: Greensboro, North Carolina Founded in 2006

2015 | 2022

PILATUS AIRCRAFT

PC-24

HQ: Stans, Switzerland Founded in 1939

2018

EMBRAER

PHENOM 100EX

HQ: Sao Paulo, Brazil Founded in 1969

2008 | 2023

PHENOM 300EV 2009 | 2026

CITATION CJ3 GEN3

TEXTRON AVIATION CESSNA

CITATION M2 GEN3 1992 | 2027 Expected

HQ: Wichita, Kansas Founded in 1927

2004 | 2027 Expected

CITATION CJ4 GEN3

CITATION ASCEND 2025

2010 | 2026 Expected

DASSAULT AVIATION HQ: Paris, France Founded in 1929

BOMBARDIER

HQ: Montreal, Canada Founded in 1942

GULFSTREAM

HQ: Savannah, Georgia Founded in 1958

BUSINESS JET MODEL Year 1 | Year 2

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MEDIUM MIDSIZE

SUPER MIDSIZE

PRAETOR 500E

PRAETOR 600E

CITATION LATITUDE

CITATION LONGITUDE

2015 | 2026

2015

LONG RANGE LARGE

5,000 nm <

6,000 nm <

7,000 nm <

FALCON 6X

FALCON 8X

FALCON 10X 2027 Expected

GLOBAL 5500 2005 | 2019

GLOBAL 6500

GLOBAL 7500

G500

G600

G700

8,000 nm <

2015 | 2026

2019

FALCON 2000LXS

1995 | 2013

FALCON 900LX

2023

2016

1986 | 2010

CHALLENGER 3500 2004 | 2022

G300 2012 |

2027 Expected

CHALLENGER 650 1980 | 2015

G400 2026 Expected

2018

1999 | 2019

2019

2018

2024

GLOBAL 8000 2025

G800 2025

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106

2024

101

SF50 Vision Jet

Very Light

HondaJet

Phenom 100EX 72

Light

Citation M2

31 24 Phenom 300E

PC-24

Citation CJ3+

Super-Light

Citation XLS+ Gen 2 / Ascend Midsize

47 40

39 28

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Citation Latitude

Citation CJ4 Gen 2

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2024

Praetor 600

60 Super Midsize

Citation Longitude Challenger 3500

G280 Large

14 13 9 7

Falcon 2000LXS

Falcon 900LX

Challenger 650 27

Long Range | 5,000 nm

16 13 11

10 Falcon 6X

Global 5500

G500

34 Long Range | 6,000 nm

11 8 Falcon 8X

Global 6500

G600

Long Range | 7,000 nm

30 14

13 0 G700

Global 7500

G800

Global 8000

G650

* Deliveries estimate based on GAMA annual shipment report and data from Swiss aviation intelligence provider ch-aviation | www.ch-aviation.com

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M A N U FAC T U R E RS O F F E R I N G M A P Very Light Jets

CIRRUS AIRCRAFT | G3 VISION JET

Very Light Jets

EMBRAER | Phenom 100EV

Very Light Jets

TEXTRON CESSNA | Citation M2 Gen3

Max Range*

1275 nm

Max Range*

1,178 nm

Max Range*

1,550 nm

Max Cruise Speed

311 KTAS

Max Cruise Speed

406 ktas

Max Cruise Speed

404 ktas

Takeoff Distance

2,036 ft

Takeoff Distance

3,190 ft

Takeoff Distance

3,210 ft

Landing Distance

1,628 ft

Landing Distance

2,430 ft

Landing Distance

2,590 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

31,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

41,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

41,000 ft

Avionics Garmin Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Williams International

Avionics Garmin Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Pratt & whitney

Avionics Garmin Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Williams International

Max passengers

6 + 1 Pilot

Max passengers

7 + 1 Pilot

Max passengers

7 + 1 Pilot

Cabin Volume

163 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

212 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

199 cu.ft

* 3 Occupants, 240 ktas, NBAA IFR reserves, Single Pilot

* 4 Occupants, LRC, NBAA IFR reserves

Very Light Jets

Light Jets

*Ferry mission, LRC, NBAA IFR reserves

Light Jets

HONDA AIRCRAFT | Hondajet ELITE II

TEXTRON CESSNA | CITATION CJ3 Gen3

HONDA AIRCRAFT | Hondajet Echelon

Max Range*

1,547 nm

Max Range*

2,040 nm

Max Range*

2,625 nm

Max Cruise Speed

422 ktas

Max Cruise Speed

416 ktas

Max Cruise Speed

450 ktas

Takeoff Distance

3,639 ft

Takeoff Distance

3,180 ft

Takeoff Distance

3,300 ft

Landing Distance

2,795 ft

Landing Distance

2,770 ft

Landing Distance

2,500 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

41,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

45,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

47,000 ft

Avionics Garmin Manufacturer Engines manufacturer GE-Honda

Avionics Garmin Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Williams International

Max passengers

7 + 1 Pilot

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

238 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

284 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

*4 Occupants, LRC, NBAA IFR reserves

*Ferry mission, LRC, NBAA IFR reserves

Light Jets

TEXTRON CESSNA | CITATION CJ4 Gen3

*1 Crew + 4 Pax, LRC, NBAA IFR reserves

Light Jets

PILATUS AIRCRAFT | PC-24

10 + 1 Pilot

Light Jets

EMBRAER | Phenom 300E

Max Range*

2,165 nm

Max Range*

2,040 nm

Max Range*

2,010 nm

Max Cruise Speed

451 ktas

Max Cruise Speed

440 ktas

Max Cruise Speed

464 ktas

Takeoff Distance

3,410 ft

Takeoff Distance

3,090 ft

Takeoff Distance

3,209 ft

Landing Distance

2,940 ft

Landing Distance

2,410 ft

Landing Distance

2,212 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

45,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

45,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

45,000 ft

Avionics Garmin Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Williams International

Avionics Honeywell Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Williams International

Avionics Garmin Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Pratt & Whitney

Max passengers

11 + 1 Pilot

Max passengers

10 + 1 Pilot

Cabin Volume

313 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

498 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

324 cu.ft

*Ferry mission, LRC, NBAA IFR reserves

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*5 Occupants, LRC, NBAA IFR reserves

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M A N U FAC T U R E RS O F F E R I N G M A P Super Light Jets

TEXTRON CESSNA | Citation Ascend

Midsize Jets

TEXTRON CESSNA | Citation Latitude

Midsize Jets

EMBRAER | Praetor 500E

Max Range*

1,900 nm

Max Range*

2,700 nm

Max Range*

3,340 nm

Max Cruise Speed

441 ktas

Max Cruise Speed

446 ktas

Max Cruise Speed

466 ktas

Takeoff Distance

3,660 ft

Takeoff Distance

3,580 ft

Takeoff Distance

4,222 ft

Landing Distance

2,480 ft

Landing Distance

2,086 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

45,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

45,000 ft

Landing Distance Max Cruise Altitude

45,000 ft

Avionics Garmin Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Pratt & Whitney

Avionics Collins Aerospace Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Honeywell

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

501 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

701 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

705 cu.ft

*4 Passengers, LRC, NBAA IFR reserves

*4 Passengers, HSC, NBAA IFR reserves

*4 Passengers, LRC, NBAA IFR reserves

Super Midsize Jets

TEXTRON CESSNA | Citation Longitude

EMBRAER | Praetor 600E

BOMBARDIER | Challenger 3500

Max Range*

3,500 nm

Max Range*

4,018 nm

Max Range*

3,400 nm

Max Cruise Speed

483 ktas

Max Cruise Speed

466 ktas

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.83

Takeoff Distance

4,810 ft

Takeoff Distance

4,717 ft

Takeoff Distance

4,835 ft

Landing Distance

3,170 ft

Landing Distance

2,165 ft

Landing Distance

2,364 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

45,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

45,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

45,000 ft

Avionics Garmin Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Honeywell

Avionics Collins Aerospace Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Honeywell

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

761 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

826cu.ft

Cabin Volume

862 cu.ft

*4 Passengers, M 0.80, NBAA IFR reserves

*4 Passengers, LRC, NBAA IFR reserves

Super Midsize Jets

GULFSTREAM | G300

*4 PaX, 2 Crew, M 0.77 , NBAA IFR reserves

Large

BOMBARDIER | Challenger 650

Large

DASSAULT AVIATION | Falcon 2000LXS

Max Range*

3,600 nm

Max Range*

4,000 nm

Max Range*

4,000 nm

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.85

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.85

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.86

Takeoff Distance

4,780 ft

Takeoff Distance

5,640 ft

Takeoff Distance

4.675 ft

Landing Distance

2,720 ft

Landing Distance

2,402 ft

Landing Distance

2,260 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

45,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

41,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

47,000 ft

Avionics Honeywell Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Honeywell

Avionics Collins Aerospace Manufacturer Engines manufacturer GE Aerospace

Avionics Honeywell Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Pratt & Whitney

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

935 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

971 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

1,024 cu.ft

*4 Passengers, 2 Crew, M 0.80 , NBAA IFR reserves

*6 Passengers, LRC, NBAA IFR reserves

*6 Passengers, M0.80, NBAA IFR reserves

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DASSAULT AVIATION | Falcon 900LX

Large

GULFSTREAM | G400

Long Range | 5,000 nm

DASSAULT AVIATION | Falcon 6X

Max Range*

4,750 nm

Max Range*

4,200 nm

Max Range*

5,500 nm

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.87

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.90

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.90

Takeoff Distance

5,360 ft

Takeoff Distance

5,000 ft

Takeoff Distance

5,115 ft

Landing Distance

2,415 ft

Landing Distance

3,000 ft

Landing Distance

2,440 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Avionics Honeywell Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Honeywell

Avionics Honeywell Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Pratt & Whitney

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

1,264 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

1,441 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

1,843 cu.ft

*6 Passengers, M0.80, NBAA IFR reserves

Long Range | 5,000 nm

GULFSTREAM | G500

*8 Passengers, 3 Crew, M 0.85 , NBAA IFR reserves

Long Range | 5,000 nm

BOMBARDIER | Global 5500

*8 Passengers, 3 Crew, M 0.80 , NBAA IFR reserves

Long Range | 6,000 nm

DASSAULT AVIATION | Falcon 8X

Max Range*

5,300 nm

Max Range*

5,900 nm

Max Range*

6,450 nm

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.925

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.90

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.90

Takeoff Distance

5,300 ft

Takeoff Distance

5,340 ft

Takeoff Distance

5,880 ft

Landing Distance

3,100 ft

Landing Distance

2,207 ft

Landing Distance

2,240 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Avionics Honeywell Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Pratt & Whitney

Avionics Collins Aerospace Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Rolls Royce

Avionics Honeywell Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Pratt & Whitney

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

1,715 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

1,589 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

1,695 cu.ft

*8 Passengers, 3 Crew, M 0.85, NBAA IFR reserves

Long Range | 6,000 nm

BOMBARDIER | Global 6500

*8 Passengers, 3 Crew, M 0.85, NBAA IFR reserves

Long Range | 6,000 nm

GULFSTREAM | G600

*8 Passengers, 3 Crew, M 0.80, NBAA IFR reserves

Long Range | 7,000 nm

BOMBARDIER | Global 7500

Max Range*

6,600 nm

Max Range*

6,600 nm

Max Range*

7,700 nm

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.90

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.925

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.925

Takeoff Distance

6,145 ft

Takeoff Distance

5,700 ft

Takeoff Distance

5,760 ft

Landing Distance

2,236 ft

Landing Distance

2,900 ft

Landing Distance

2,237 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Avionics Collins Aerospace Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Rolls Royce

Avionics Honeywell Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Pratt & Whitney

Avionics Collins Aerospace Manufacturer Engines manufacturer GE Aerospace

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

1,690cu.ft

Cabin Volume

1,884 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

2,633 cu.ft

*8 Passengers, 4 Crew, M 0.85, NBAA IFR reserves

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GULFSTREAM | G700

Long Range | 7,000 nm

DASSAULT AVIATION | Falcon 10X

Long Range | 8,000 nm

GULFSTREAM | G800

Max Range*

7,750 nm

Max Range*

7,500 nm

Max Range*

8,200 nm

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.935

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.925

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.935

Takeoff Distance

6,250 ft

Takeoff Distance

< 6,000 ft

Takeoff Distance

5,812 ft

Landing Distance

3,250 ft

Landing Distance

< 2,500 ft

Landing Distance

3,250 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Avionics Honeywell Manufacturer Engines manufacturer Rolls Royce

Max passengers

Cabin Volume

2,603 cu.ft

Cabin Volume

2,780cu.ft

Cabin Volume

2,138 cu.ft

*8 Passengers, 4 Crew, M 0.85, NBAA IFR reserves

*8 Passengers, 4 Crew, M 0.80, NBAA IFR reserves

*8 Passengers, 4 Crew, M 0.85, NBAA IFR reserves

Long Range | 8,000 nm

BOMBARDIER | Global 8000 Max Range*

8,000 nm

Max Cruise Speed

M 0.95

Takeoff Distance

5,760 ft

Landing Distance

2,237 ft

Max Cruise Altitude

51,000 ft

Avionics Collins Aerospace Manufacturer Engines manufacturer GE Aerospace Max passengers

Cabin Volume

2,633 cu.ft

*8 Passengers, 4 Crew, M 0.85, NBAA IFR reserves

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2 0 2 5 P R E - OW N E D G U I D E

B U S I N E S S J ET S O F F E R I N G T I M E L I N E PRODUCTION YEARS

1997

Manufacturer

Family

Eclipse Aerospace

Eclipse 500 / 550

Cirrus Aircraft

SF50 Vision Jet

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-510 Citation Mustang

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-525 Citation CJ1 / M2

Embraer

Phenom 100E/EV

Honda Aircraft Company

HA-420 HondaJet

Manufacturer

Family

Textron Aviation (Beechcraft)

Premier I

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-525A Citation CJ2

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-525B Citation CJ3

Textron Aviation (Beechcraft)

Hawker 400

Bombardier

Learjet 31A

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-550 Citation Bravo

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-560 Citation Encore

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-525C Citation CJ4

Embraer

Phenom 300

Pilatus Aircraft

PC-24

Bombardier

Learjet 40 / 70

Manufacturer

Family

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-560XL Citation XLS

Bombardier

Learjet 45 / 75

Manufacturer

Family

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-650 Citation VII

Bombardier

Learjet 60

Gulfstream

G100 / 150

Textron Aviation (Beechcraft)

Hawker 800

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-680 Citation Sovereign

1998

1999

2000

2001

2002

2003

2004

2005

2006

2007

VERY LIGHT Eclipse 500 265

Citation CJ1 433

LIGHT Premier I 133

Citation CJ2 243

Hawker 400A

Hawker 400XP 264 (All Models)

Learjet 31A 209

Citation Bravo 336

Citation Ultra

Citation Encore

279

169

Learjet 40

Learjet 40/XR 132

SUPER LIGHT Citation Excel

Citation XLS

370

330

Learjet 45

Learjet 45XR 454

MIDSIZE Citation VII 118

Learjet 60 316

IAI 1125 Astra SPX

G100

G150

126

Hawker 800XP

850XP

494

118

Sovereign 349

2 0 2 5 P R E - OW N E D G U I D E

B U S I N E S S J ET S O F F E R I N G T I M E L I N E 2008

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025

VERY LIGHT Eclipse 550 35

Vision Jet

Vision Jet G2

Vision Jet G2+ All models: 615

Citation Mustang 479

Citation CJ1+

Citation M2

102

M2 Gen2

309

Phenom 100

Phenom 100E

272

80 (in prod)

Phenom 100EV

Phenom 100XT

HondaJet

HondaJet Elite

18 (in prod)

Elite S

Elite II

All Elite models: 259

LIGHT Premier IA 165

Citation CJ2+ 226

Citation CJ3

CJ3+ Gen 2

Citation CJ3+

416

288

Hawker 400XP 264 (All Models)

Models

LEGEND:

Total produced

Citation Encore+ 66

Citation CJ4

CJ4 Gen2

113

Phenom 300

Phenom 300E

591

243 (in prod)

PC-24

282 (in prod)

Learjet 40/XR

Learjet 70

132

SUPER LIGHT Citation XLS+

XLS Gen2

311

Learjet 45XR

Learjet 75

454

155

MIDSIZE

Learjet 60XR 114

G150 126

Haker 900XP / Hawker 750 241

Sovereign 349

Sovereign+ 98

2 0 2 5 P R E - OW N E D G U I D E

B U S I N E S S J ET S O F F E R I N G T I M E L I N E PRODUCTION YEARS

1997

1998

1999

2000

2001

2002

2003

2004

2006

2007

MIDSIZE

Manufacturer

Family

Embraer

Legacy 450 / Praetor 500

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-680A Citation Latitude

Manufacturer

Family

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-750 Citation X / X+

Textron Aviation (Beechcraft)

Hawker 4000

Textron Aviation (Cessna)

CE-700 Citation Longitude

Bombardier

Challenger 300 / 350 / 3500

Embraer

Legacy 500 / Praetor 600

Gulfstream

G200 / 280

IAI Galaxy / G200

Manufacturer

Family

LARGE

Dassault Aviation

Falcon 2000

Bombardier

Challenger 600/604/605/650

Challenger 604

Dassault Aviation

Falcon 50

Falcon 50EX

Manufacturer

Family

SUPER LARGE

Dassault Aviation

Falcon 900

Embraer

Legacy 600 / 650

Bombardier

Challenger 850

Gulfstream

Gulfstream IV / G350 / 450

Manufacturer

Family

Dassault Aviation

Falcon 6X

Gulfstream

Gulfstream VII

Bombardier

Global (BD-700-1A11)

Bombardier

Global (BD-700-1A10)

Gulfstream

Gulfstream V / G500 / 550

Dassault Aviation

Falcon 7X / 8X

Gulfstream

Gulfstream VI / G650

Bombardier

Global 7500

Gulfstream

Gulfstream VIII

2005

SUPER MIDSIZE Citation X 317

Challenger 300 456

248

Falcon 2000

Falcon 2000EX / EX EASy

219

156

365

101

900B

Falcon 900EX / 900C

167

900EX EASy / 900DX

144

145

Legacy 600 192

CRJ Special Edition (SE) 25

GIV-SP

G400|G300

303

G450/G350 365

LONG RANGE

Global Express 148

Gulfstream V 194

LEGEND:

Models

Total produced

Gulfstream V-SP / G550 / G500 625

2 0 2 5 P R E - OW N E D G U I D E

B U S I N E S S J ET S O F F E R I N G T I M E L I N E 2008

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2014

2015

2016

2017

2018

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025

MIDSIZE Legacy 450

Praetor 500

90 (in prod)

Citation Latitude 410 (in prod)

SUPER MIDSIZE Citation X

Citation X+

317

Hawker 4000 79

Citation Longitude 128 (in prod)

Challenger 300

Challenger 350

456

CL 3500

429

144 (in prod)

Legacy 500

Praetor 600

117 (in prod)

G280

IAI Galaxy / G200

135

248

LARGE Falcon 2000 LXS / Falcon S

Falcon 2000LX /DX

2000LXS

107

152 (in prod)

Challenger 605

Challenger 650

288

159 (in prod)

SUPER LARGE 900EX EASy / 900DX

Falcon 900LX

145

94 (in prod)

Legacy 600

Legacy 650

192

Legacy 650E

Challenger 850 71

G450/G350 365

LONG RANGE Falcon 6X 10 (in prod)

G500/G600

G500

304 (in prod)

Global 5000

Global 5500

237

Global Express XRS

41 (in prod)

Global 6000

165

Global 6500

327

108 (in prod)

Gulfstream V-SP / G550 / G500 625

Falcon 7X

Falcon 7X / 8X

Falcon 8X

300 / 113

G650

409 (All models)

G650 / G650ER 598

Global 7500 250 (in prod)

G700

124 (in prod)

2 0 2 6 B U S I N E S S AV I AT I O N

C O N N E C T I V IT Y G U I D E

ATG Network Offering Network

Bizav Offering Gogo Biz

Apcela ATG

Coverage

Service Launch

Speed

Service Provider

Plan Cost

2008

Up to 10 Mbps

Gogo 5G

Continental US + Canada

2026

Up to 80 Mbps

Apcela ATG

Continental US

2025

Up to 30 Mbps

$4,495 / $5,995

Gogo Apcela ATG

Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satcom Network Offering Network

Bizav Offering

Coverage

Service Launch

Speed

Plan Cost

Service Provider Honeywell Forge

IRIDIUM

Iridium Certus

Fully Global

2019

GOGO

352 Kbps 1.4 Mbps (Planned)

ARINC DIRECT THALES FLYTLINK

ONEWEB

Gogo Galileo

Fully Global

2025

Up to 195 Mbps

$3.5K - $10.5K

GOGO

SPACEX Starlink

Starlink

Fully Global

2023

Up to 220 Mbps

$2K - $10K

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C O N N E C T I V IT Y G U I D E Geostationary Orbit (GEO) Satcom Network Offering Frequency Band

Network Operator

Bizav Offering

VIASAT (ex-Inmarsat)

SwiftBroadband (SBB)

SES

Coverage

Global

Service Launch

2009

Speed

Plan Cost

Up to 432 Kbps

Pay-AsYou-Go or Subscription

Service Provider Honeywell Forge ARINC DIRECT GOGO

LuxStream

Near Global

2019

25 Mbps (CONUS) 15 Mbps (Global)

$7.4K $23.5K

ARINC DIRECT

FlexExec

Global

2018

Up to 50 Mbps

Customized

GOGO Honeywell Forge

VIASAT (Including ex-Inmarsat)

JetXP (including Viasat Ka & Jet ConneX)

Global

2024

Uncapped speed Subscription with Service Pricing Level Agreement

GOGO ARINC DIRECT Viasat Select

BUSINESS AVIATION CONNECTIVITY SERVICE PROVIDERS Gogo ATG

Gogo Biz

ATG 5G

Gogo 5G

Iridium Certus

Eutelsat OneWeb

SATCOM LEO

ARINCDirectSM

Honeywell Forge

Viasat Select

Starlink

SATCOM L-Band

Viasat SBB

Viasat SwiftJet

SATCOM Ku-Band

SES LuxStream

SATCOM Ka-Band

Starlink

Intelsat FlexExec

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