Specifications
Category:Very Light Jet Manufacturer:Beechcraft
426 ktas Cruise Speed
461 ktas Max Speed
12500 lbs Max Payload
3792 ft Takeoff Distance
2975 ft Landing Distance
1340 nm Aircraft Range
PREMIER I
Typical Seating
6 Passengers
Baggage Capacity
78.0 cu ft
Cabin Dimensions
5.42ft 5.5ft
13.5ft
Cabin Volume: 402.44 cu ft
PREMIER I
Typical Seating
6 Passengers
Baggage Capacity
78.0 cu ft
Cabin Dimensions
5.42ft 5.5ft
13.5ft
Cabin Volume: 402.44 cu ft
Specifications
Category: Very Light Jet Manufacturer: Beechcraft
426 ktas Cruise Speed
461 ktas Max Speed
12500 lbs Max Payload
3792 ft Takeoff Distance
2975 ft Landing Distance
1340 nm Aircraft Range
PREMIER I
Typical Seating
6 Passengers
Baggage Capacity
78.0 cu ft
Cabin Dimensions
5.42ft 5.5ft
13.5ft
Cabin Volume: 402.44 cu ft
Specifications
Category:Very Light Jet Manufacturer:Beechcraft
426 ktas Cruise Speed
461 ktas Max Speed
12500 lbs Max Payload
3792 ft Takeoff Distance
2975 ft Landing Distance
1340 nm Aircraft Range

Cost Specification

Fuel

Cost Per Gallon

$7.05

Fuel Consumption

157GPH

Fuel Burn (600 NM)

1,430 Gallons

Operating Costs (Per Hour)

Fuel

$1,107

Maintenance Labor

$361

Parts

$470

Maintenance Programs

$453

Misc. Trip Cost

$909

Total Variables Cost

$2,939

Annual Fixed Costs

Insurance (Liability And Hull)

$25,739

Maintenance Software

$61,033

Misc. Services

$28,805

Periodic Costs

Modernization

 $30,566

Training Costs

Flight Crew

$33,052

Maintenance Tech

$8,263

Facilities Costs

Hangar/Office Lease

$35,419

Misc Office

$9,100

Personnel Costs

Pilots

$288,185

Technicians

$36,000

Contractors

$25,000

Total Annual Cost

Annual Fixed Costs + (Variable Costs * Hours Flown)

$1,462,817

More About Premier I

When Raytheon embarked on designing the Premier I, their mission was clear: to create an exceptional private jet that excelled in both performance and cost-effectiveness. They didn’t compromise quality, but instead leveraged cutting-edge technology and design to bring you a private jet that combines sophistication and savings.

Spacious Elegance: The Premier I showcases a cabin that defies its class, comfortably seating six to seven passengers within its generous 315 cubic-foot space. The carbon fiber/epoxy honeycomb composite fuselage ensures superb insulation and durability. Passengers enjoy the luxury of fold-out tables, fully adjustable extra-wide seats, and the option to customize with various cabin entertainment systems and interior finishes. With 77 cubic feet of baggage space available in both internal and external compartments, your belongings travel with you seamlessly.

Impressive Performance: Taking to the skies is a breeze for the Premier I. It requires a mere 3,792 feet for takeoff, ascending to 37,000 feet in just seventeen minutes when fully loaded to its maximum takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds. Cruising at speeds of up to 451 knots (0.785 Mach), it reaches a maximum range of 1,726 miles (1,500 nautical miles).

Innovative Wing Design: Raytheon’s engineers crafted unique swept wings for the Premier I, optimizing aerodynamics to reduce drag and enhance both cruise speeds and high-altitude capabilities. These wings, even with an extra 250 pounds of fuel, allow for short takeoff distances, enabling access to smaller airports.

Viper Process: The Premier I’s affordability is partially attributed to the state-of-the-art computer-controlled manufacturing process known as the “Viper process.” Utilizing Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Analysis (CATIA) simulations, structural models and system designs were meticulously analyzed, optimizing performance, reliability, and production efficiency. Powering the Premier I are two Williams/Rolls-Royce FJ44-2A engines, each generating 2,300 pounds of thrust during takeoff, managed by an electronic control unit linked to a hydro-mechanical fuel control system on the engine.

Innovative Fuselage: The fuselage of the Premier I is constructed from high-strength carbon fiber/epoxy honeycomb composite, a lightweight and robust material that rarely requires repairs. Its thin profile contributes to the cabin’s remarkable spaciousness.

Precise Cabin Control: Cabin pressurization and environmental systems in the Premier I are meticulously regulated. A digital system that utilizes engine bleed air ensures precise cabin pressurization. The two-zone cabin environmental system also relies on bleed air for heating, offering automated or manual control, with a maximum pressure rating of 8.4 psi.

In summary, the Premier I stands as a testament to innovation in private aviation. It offers a luxurious cabin experience while maintaining affordability. With impressive runway performance and range, it adapts seamlessly to various travel needs. Cutting-edge design and manufacturing techniques ensure both reliability and value. Whether you prioritize efficiency, comfort, or both, the Premier I delivers an exceptional private jet experience that exemplifies the perfect union of innovation and cost-effectiveness.

Premier I

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