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Old 22nd Jun 2019, 18:46
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Originally Posted by boeing_eng
Because very few bizjets are big enough to accommodate underwing engines.

The newish Honda Jet is an interesting design with engines mounted above the wings to give maximum cabin space.....Not many in Europe yet (but there was a Maltese registered one in LTN last month.....)
Wijet Hondajets have been in at least twice:-


LX-WJD 6/6/19

I don't recall any VFW-614 visits. Cimber Air were another European operator but, as with Air Alsace, the type wasn't a success and they only lasted 5 years max.
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