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Hawker 400 Private Jet
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Originally introduced as the Beechjet 400 before later evolving into the Hawker 400XP, the aircraft remains a respected light jet platform known for its spacious cabin, efficient regional performance, and strong value within private aviation.

charter rate
$3,200–$4,200 / hr
Market value
$1.2M–$2.8M+
DIRECT OPERATING COST
~$1,700–$2,200 / hr (400 hrs/year)
Passengers

6

Comfortable executive seating with one of the more spacious cabins in the light jet category.

Range

~1,300 nm

Well suited for regional missions such as Chicago to Dallas, St. Louis to Naples, or New York to South Florida.

Cruise Speed

~450 ktas

Strong cruise performance allows efficient regional travel while maintaining lower acquisition costs.

Runway Requirement

~4,500 ft

Capable of operating from many executive and regional airports commonly used in private aviation.

Aircraft OVERVIEW

Why The Hawker 400 Remains a Proven Light Jet Platform

Originally developed from the Mitsubishi Diamond platform before later becoming known as the Beechjet 400 and Hawker 400XP, the aircraft has earned a long-standing reputation for dependable regional performance, strong operating value, and cabin comfort within the light jet category.

The Hawker 400 continues to appeal to owner-operators and charter fleets alike due to its spacious cabin, efficient cruise performance, and broad maintenance support network. Its combination of operational reliability and lower acquisition costs has helped keep the platform relevant throughout private aviation for decades.

Considering ownership instead of charter?

The Hawker 400 is often favored by operators seeking a lower acquisition entry point into light jet ownership while still maintaining strong cabin comfort and dependable regional jet performance. Its long-standing presence within charter fleets and corporate aviation has helped establish the platform as one of the most proven and recognizable aircraft in the light jet category.

Citation CJ3+ Technical Overview

PowerPlant
Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5
Wingspan
43.5 ft
Cabin Height
4.9 ft
Cabin Volumn
~305 cu ft
Maximum Payload
~2,100 lbs
Max Cruise Altitude
45,000 ft
Fuel Burn
~200–240 GPH
Minimum Crew Required
1 pilot
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Explore Similar Light Jet Aircraft

The Hawker 400XP remains a well-known aircraft in the light jet category, offering strong cruise performance, a spacious cabin for its class, and efficient short-to-mid range capability. Depending on passenger count, baggage requirements, runway accessibility, and overall mission profile, aircraft such as the Phenom 300, Citation CJ3+, and Citation CJ4 may offer a similar balance of speed, cabin comfort, operating efficiency, and regional jet performance.

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