Private jets have long been the symbol of luxury and wealth, but they also provide convenience and comfort for business and personal travel. In this article, we will introduce you to some of the world's most popular aircraft companies and their best-selling private jets.
Cirrus Design Corporation was founded in 1984, and since then, the company has focused on designing and manufacturing aircraft that are more maneuverable, comfortable, and safe. One of their most popular models is the Cirrus SR22, known as the "BMW in the Air."
This high-performance single-engine 4-seater compound aircraft measures 7.92 meters in length, 2.71 meters in height, and has a wingspan of 11.68 meters. Despite its small size, it boasts excellent performance and an output of 310 horsepower. The aircraft's biggest highlight is the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System, which allows the parachute to open in an emergency for a safe landing.
Cirrus has also worked on designing a more exhilarating flying experience for pilots. The company has created better control performance and comfort, which reduces anxiety for pilots, thus greatly improving their control ability. For the past five years, Cirrus' SR22 has been the best-selling model in its class in the world.
Bombardier is an international transportation equipment manufacturer headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The company produces a range of products, including regional aircraft, business jets, railway, and high-speed railway locomotives, urban rail transit equipment, and more.
Joseph-Armand Bombardier, the company's founder, was born in Valcourt, Quebec in 1907. A shy but determined mechanic, he always wanted to build a vehicle that could "float" on snow. In 1937, he built the first snowmobile in his small garage.
Beechcraft Aircraft Company, founded by the Beechcraft couple in 1932, produced the Beechcraft 17 biplane, designed specifically for business travelers. The aircraft was faster than its contemporary military counterparts, winning numerous air races.
In 1974, Beechcraft delivered the first Beechcraft King Air 200, setting new standards for spacious cabins, speed, and passenger comfort in business aircraft. The company has delivered nearly 2,000 military and civilian King Air 200 aircraft.
In 1980, Beechcraft Aircraft Company became a subsidiary of Raytheon Company, a Lexington, Massachusetts-based company that deals in a variety of electronic and technical products. In 1984, Beechcraft delivered its first pressurized cabin regional airliner, the Model 1900. Today, more than 500 of the 19-seat turboprop have been delivered worldwide.
On March 23, 2001, Raytheon Aircraft Company held a ceremony to celebrate the FAA certification of the new Prime Minister One business jet. Prime Minister One is the first business jet certified with an all-composite fuselage, designed from a blank slate to be certified by Raytheon Aircraft, and the first Raytheon Aircraft certified in ten years new aircraft.
There are currently 300 orders, with a unit price of about 5.3 million US dollars. On April 17, Raytheon held a ceremony to celebrate the first delivery of its second composite-body business jet, the super-midsize Hawker Horizon business jet, which has an intercontinental range and can seat 13 passengers.
These aircraft companies have produced some of the most popular private jets in the world, providing comfort, safety, and convenience for business and personal travel. With their innovative designs and commitment to excellence, they continue to set new standards for the aviation industry.
