Light Jet Fleet Deep Dive (2026 Update)

Light jets are the workhorses of Concord Private Jet’s fleet. They balance speed, cabin comfort, and operating cost better than any other category, which is why they handle everything from Manhattan board meetings to last‑minute Caribbean escapes. Here’s a deep dive into our core light aircraft so you can pick the right cabin before you request a quote.

Why clients choose light jets

• Range + speed: 1,500–1,900 nautical miles at 420–460 knots. Perfect for Teterboro to Miami, Dallas to Aspen, or Chicago to Napa nonstop.
• Seat count: 6–7 passengers with club seating, divans, and enclosed lavs.
• Operating efficiency: Hourly pricing starts at $6,450 (before FET), meaning per-seat cost can rival first class.
• Airport flexibility: Steep-approach capability lets these jets use shorter runways like Aspen, Santa Monica, or St. Barths alternates.

Aircraft spotlight

Nextant 400XTi – A fully remanufactured Hawker 400 with Williams FJ44 engines, Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics, and redesigned noise insulation. 7-passenger seating, 1.5 hour trip to Nantucket or 2.7 hours to Palm Beach.

Hawker 400XP – Flat-floor cabin with four club seats plus two forward singles. Best for business travelers who want side-by-side work tables, Wi-Fi, and a generous baggage compartment.

Citation CJ3+ – 6 seats, 2,040 nm range, and single-pilot certification for faster dispatch. CJ3s climb to 45,000 feet, cruising above weather while sipping less fuel than midsize jets.

Citation V / Ultra – Taller cabin (67 inches) and standard aft lavatory. Ideal for taller passengers or golf outings with oversized gear.

Sample missions + pricing

• Teterboro → Opa-Locka (Miami): Typical light-jet flight time runs about 2.5 hours; add 0.2 hour for taxi and you bill 2.7 hours. 2.7 × $6,450 × 1.075 ≈ $18,973. Six seats, full catering, arrival roughly 2 hours 40 minutes airborne.
• Dallas Love Field → Aspen: Light jets plan roughly 2.8 hours of airtime plus 0.2 hour taxi = 3.0 billable hours. 3.0 × $6,450 × 1.075 ≈ $20,801. We stage at Aspen or Rifle depending on density altitude.
• Chicago Midway → Napa: Expect about 4.0 hours of flying (tech stop if headwinds pick up) plus 0.2 taxi = 4.2 billable hours. 4.2 × $6,450 × 1.075 ≈ $29,119, still below midsize pricing.

Cabin experience upgrades

• Connectivity: Gogo AVANCE L3 Wi-Fi on every Concord light jet, optional streaming packages for virtual meetings.
• Catering: Cold-pressed juices, bento boxes, and chef-prepared entrees available with 12 hours’ notice.
• Pets + kids: Approved seatbelt harnesses, bassinets, and pet cleaning kits keep the cabin spotless.

When to step up to midsize

Light jets excel up to 4 passengers with luggage. If you’re planning nonstop West Coast hops, ski trips with six adults + gear, or you simply want stand-up cabins, Concord recommends the Hawker 800XP or Citation XLS. Otherwise, stick with the light class—you’ll land closer to your destination, spend less time on the ground, and keep budgets lean.

Ready for a light-jet quote? Email [email protected] with dates, departure/arrival airports, passenger count, and luggage notes. We’ll return precise pricing, aircraft photos, and alternates within minutes.