
Heavy Jets
Transatlantic range, three living zones.
- Seats
- 9–16
- Range
- 4,000–6,750 nm
- Per hour
- $8,000–$15,000
Heavy jets are intercontinental aircraft with multi-zone cabins, full galleys, dedicated crew and, on most types, a cabin attendant. Gulfstream G550 and Falcon 900LX fly New York to London or Los Angeles to Honolulu without a stop.
Heavy Jets: what clients ask
How much does it cost to charter a heavy jet?
Indicative rates for this class run $8,000–$15,000 per flight hour before the 7.5% Federal Excise Tax, segment fees and trip-specific charges such as repositioning, crew overnights and landing fees. Most operators apply a two-hour daily minimum. Your quote is itemized and confirmed with the operator before you commit.
How many passengers fit in a heavy jet?
Heavy Jets typically seat 9–16. Seat counts depend on the configuration of the specific aircraft; we send photographs and a floor plan with every option.
What trips suit heavy jets?
Transatlantic non-stop; Larger groups and families; Overnight flights with sleeping berths. With a range of about 4,000–6,750 nm, this class is the efficient choice when those conditions apply; your advisor will say so if a different class serves the trip better.
Where do you need to be?
Tell us the trip. An advisor replies with itemized aircraft options, usually within the hour, at any time of day.




