AIRCRAFT CATEGORIES
EXPLORE LIGHT JETS
Light jets combine efficiency, flexibility and access to a wide network of airports, making them well suited to short and medium range private and corporate travel. Below is a curated selection of five representative aircraft in this category. Additional light-jet models can be sourced according to route, passenger requirements and operator availability.
EMBRAER
PHENOM 300E
One of the most recognised aircraft in the light-jet category, the Phenom 300E combines strong performance, refined cabin comfort and impressive range for its size. Its versatility makes it particularly well suited to both private and corporate missions across short- and medium-range routes.
BEST SUITED FOR
Private and corporate missions requiring an efficient combination of range, speed and cabin comfort.
PASSENGERS:
Up to 9
RANGE:
2,010 nm
CRUISE SPEED:
464 ktas
BAGGAGE CAPACITY:
Up to 84 cu ft
CESSNA
CITATION CJ4 GEN3
The Citation CJ4 Gen3 is a proven light jet designed for efficient private and corporate travel. It combines strong range, reliable performance and a spacious cabin for its category, making it a highly versatile option for regional and medium-range missions.
BEST SUITED FOR
Private and business missions requiring a balanced combination of cabin space, efficiency and range within the light-jet category.
PASSENGERS:
Up to 10
RANGE:
2,165 nm
CRUISE SPEED:
451 ktas
BAGGAGE CAPACITY:
Up to 77 cu ft
NEXTANT
400XTI
The NEXTANT 40XTI is a highly engineered, remanufactured Light Jet based on the Hawker 400A/XP airframe, completely rebuilt with modern Williams FJ44-3AP engines, Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics, and a unique composite shell cabin that maximizes interior space.
BEST SUITED FOR
Value-focused charter operations and corporate travel requiring midsize cabin comfort and impressive speeds at the lower operating cost of a light jet.
PASSENGERS:
Up to 8
RANGE:
2,003 nm
CRUISE SPEED:
460 ktas
BAGGAGE CAPACITY:
Up to 53 cu ft
PILATUS
PC-24
The Pilatus PC-24 combines business-jet comfort with exceptional operational flexibility. Known as the Super Versatile Jet, it offers strong cruise performance, impressive range and the unique ability to access short or unpaved runways, making it a distinctive option within the light-jet category.
BEST SUITED FOR
Private and business missions requiring versatility, flexible airport access and a spacious cabin with practical cargo capability.
PASSENGERS:
Up to 8
RANGE:
2,040 nm
CRUISE SPEED:
440 ktas
BAGGAGE CAPACITY:
Up to 90 cu ft
LEARJET
75 LIBERTY
The LEARJET 75 LIBERTY is a high-performance, cost-optimized Light Jet that redefines the entry-level segment with a spacious, flat-floor cabin layout. It features a unique 6-seat configuration (forward executive club plus two forward-facing seats) that offers exceptional legroom and standard pocket doors for enhanced privacy.
BEST SUITED FOR
Fast, efficient transcontinental domestic flights for corporate executives who require maximum cabin privacy and competitive operating costs without sacrificing top-tier performance.
PASSENGERS:
Up to 6
RANGE:
2,080 nm
CRUISE SPEED:
464 ktas
BAGGAGE CAPACITY:
Up to 65 cu ft
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The aircraft shown represent a selection of the light jets Varelon Air can source. Aircraft availability, cabin configuration and onboard amenities vary by operator, location and mission requirements. Tell us about your journey and we will evaluate suitable charter options.