Most Common Private Jets

Flying in a private jet is something you want to experience at some point in your life. But which one is the best? These are the most common private planes.

Have you ever dreamed of flying in a private plane? No matter if that dream includes buying one of your own or just chartering a private flight somewhere, I’d be willing to bet that if you’re on this site, then it’s probably crossed your mind before. But chartering (and certainly buying!) a private plane isn’t cheap, so you want to make it worth it by choosing the right plane.

The most common private jets to charter and purchase include the Cessna Citation CJ3, Cessna Citation X, Gulfstream G550, Bombardier Challenger 350, Dassault Falcon 900LX, Embraer Legacy 600, Nextant 400XTi, and the Embraer Phenom 300.

There are a lot of private jets on the market these days, and it can be tough to decide which one is right for you to purchase or charter. Do you want something that's fast and luxurious? Or something designed for long-distance travel? In this article, we'll take a look at the most popular private jets on the market and discuss their features and benefits. So read on to learn more about each one!

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‍What Does it Mean to Charter a Private Jet?

Before we get into the actual planes themselves, let's take a look at what private planes are used for. They're typically reserved for two purposes and/or groups of people. The first one is of course wealthy people that are just looking to outright purchase their own private plane that they can use to travel anywhere they want to go at any time they want to do so.

The second most common purpose of private planes is for businesses. Sure, businesses can buy a private plane just like a wealthy individual, but more often than not a business will choose to charter a private plane to fly its representatives to where they need to go. But what does it mean to charter a private jet?

When you charter a private jet, you're essentially renting it from the owner for a set period of time. This is generally done on a per-trip basis, and you'll work with the charter company to schedule your flight. It's a bit more expensive than flying commercial, but it's also a lot more convenient, as you can depart and arrive on your own schedule. And of course, it's a lot more luxurious!

We could write an entire article on chartering planes and why people and businesses do it, so we won't focus on any more details here. So let's get into the good stuff. These are the most common private planes in the industry today.

Most Common Private Planes

For each of the planes listed below, we'll discuss their price, how fast they go, how far they can fly between fill-ups, where they're most popular, how many passengers they hold, what they were designed for, how many of them are sold each year, and why they're such a great choice.

We'll get into all of these details on each plane below, but here's the compressed list of the planes themselves just to give you an idea of which ones made the cut:

• Cessna Citation CJ3
• Cessna Citation X
• Gulfstream G550
• Bombardier Challenger 350
• Dassault Falcon 900LX
• Embraer Legacy 600
• Nextant 400XTi
• Embraer Phenom 300

Cessna Citation CJ3

Price: $5.7 - $5.9 million

Top Speed: 604 mph

Range: 2,040 nautical miles

No. of Passengers: 9

Up first on our list of the most common private jets is the Cessna Citation CJ3.  It's a midsize jet that's popular among small businesses and families that want to fly in style. It can seat up to nine passengers, has a top speed of over 600 miles per hour, and a range of just over 2000 miles.

One of the reasons the Citation CJ33 is so popular is because it's relatively affordable. It's priced at around $5-6 million, which is cheaper than some of the other private jets on this list. It's also very fuel efficient, so you won't have to worry about spending a lot on fuel costs.

Cessna Citation X

Price: $20 - $22 million

Top Speed: 700 mph

Range: 3,216 nautical miles

No. of Passengers: 8

If you're looking for a private jet that's fast, luxurious, and can seat a large group of people, then the Cessna Citation X is a great option. It's one of the most popular private jets on the market, and it's not hard to see why. It has a top speed of 700 miles per hour and a range of 3,216 nautical miles, so it can get you just about anywhere you need to go. It can also seat up to 8 passengers, making it perfect for large families or groups of business colleagues.

One downside of the Citation X is its price tag. It's one of the most expensive private jets on the market considering it holds just eight passengers, with a price tag of around $20-22 million. But if you can afford it, the Citation X is definitely worth the money.

Gulfstream G550

Price: $31 - $41 million

Top Speed: 585 mph

Range: 6,750 nautical miles

No. of Passengers: 18

The Gulfstream G550 is a large, luxurious private jet that's popular among celebrities and business moguls. It has a top speed of585 miles per hour and a range of over 6.000 miles, so it can get you just about anywhere in the world. It can also seat up to 18 passengers, making it one of the largest private jets on the market.

Of course, all of this luxury comes at a price. The Gulfstream G550 is one of the most expensive planes on the market (outclassing even the Citation X in terms of being high-priced), with a price tag of $31-41 million. But when it comes to chartering or flying a large number of passengers,  the Gulfstream G550 is hard to beat.

Bombardier Challenger 350

Price: $17 - $26 million

Top Speed: 541 mph

Range: 3,200 nautical miles

No. of Passengers: 10

The Bombardier Challenger 350 is a popular private jet for both business and pleasure travel. It has a top speed of over 540 miles per hour and a range of just about 3,200 miles,  making it perfect for short to medium-length trips. It can also seat up to ten passengers, making it a great choice for larger families or groups.

One of the best things about the Challenger 350 is its price. At $17-26 million, it's one of the more affordable private jets on the market to purchase brand new, especially for its size. It's also a very popular choice, with over 700 of them sold each year.

Dassault Falcon 900LX

Price: $35 - $44 million

Top Speed: 575 mph

Range: 4,750 nautical miles

No. of Passengers: 12

The Dassault Falcon 900LX is a luxurious private jet that's perfect for long-range travel. It has a top speed of 575 mph and a range of 4,750 nautical miles, making it one of the fastest and most capable private jets on the market. It can seat up to 12 passengers in total comfort, and it was designed for ultimate luxury and performance.

In terms of price, the  Falcon 900LX is on the higher end, with a new model costing $35-44 million. However, it's still a very popular choice, with many of them sold each year. There are many reasons why the Falcon 900LX is such a popular choice among private jet buyers and charter companies. It's incredibly fast and capable; it's extremely comfortable and luxurious; and it has a great reputation for reliability.

Embraer Legacy 600

Price: $12 - $15 million

Top Speed: 518 mph

Range: 3,272 nautical miles

No. of Passengers:  13

The Embraer Legacy 600 is a great choice for those who want a fast, comfortable, and luxurious private jet. It's one of the most popular private jets on the market, and for good reason. It's fast with a 518 mph top speed, it has a long range of over 3,200 nautical miles, and it can seat up to 13 passengers.

It's also relatively affordable, especially compared to some of the other options in this guide. The Legacy 600 is on the lower end for private jets, with a new model costing between $12-15 million. So overall, there are many reasons to consider the Legacy 600 as your next private jet. It's fast, comfortable, luxurious, and relatively affordable. It's also a great choice for those who want a private jet that's capable of long-range travel.

Nextant 400XTi

Price: $3 - $5 million

Top Speed: 529 mph

Range: 2,160 nautical miles

No. of Passengers: 7

The Nextant 400XTi is a great choice for those who want a fast, capable, and affordable private jet. It's such a popular choice among individuals and business owners because it's relatively inexpensive compared to other private jets on the market, and it can seat up to seven passengers comfortably.

Plus, with a top speed of 529 mph, it can get you where you need to go quickly. On top of that, it also has a range of over 2000 nautical miles, so it can easily get you from point A to point B without having to stop for refueling. So if you're in the market for a private jet, the Nextant 400XTi should definitely be at the top of your list.

Embraer Phenom 300

Price: $10 - $13 million

Top Speed: 598 mph

Range: 1,971 nautical miles

No. of Passengers: 8

The Embraer Phenom 300 is one of the most popular private jets on the market, and for good reason. It's fast, comfortable, and can seat up to eight passengers. Plus, it has a range of over 1900 nautical miles, so you can easily take it on long-distance trips. It has a price tag of $9-13 million, which is right around the industry average for a plane of this size with these capabilities.

If you're looking for a private jet that can do it all, the Embraer Phenom 300 is the perfect choice. It's sure to make your travel experience a breeze, whether you're flying across the country or around the world.

So there you have it, these are eight of the most common private planes that people buy and charter. If you're in the market for a private jet, any one of these would be a great choice. Be sure to do your research and pick the one that best suits your needs. Thanks for reading and happy flying out there!