What type of "current" bizjet would you like to fly?
Grandpa Aerotart
Currently Falcon 200 Captain, a lovely aircraft. I have looked in a few Flying Harleys but they just don't do it for me I'm afraid. The Falcon 900 is the sexiest thing on wings as far as I'm concerned...followed closely by the Falcon 2000.
Having said that when we hit TOPD yesterday after flying KHH-XSP I was very happy that they were no further apart. Happiness is not much over 2000nm range
Chuck.
Having said that when we hit TOPD yesterday after flying KHH-XSP I was very happy that they were no further apart. Happiness is not much over 2000nm range
Chuck.
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I second the praise of LR31A - nice aircraft, though the only jet I have flown :-) Small cockpit, even smaller baggage space, toilet is only for "emergencies", but then, it only flies 3 hours maximum anyway.
There are some for sale, ex Flexjet, I think around USD 4M a piece.
I would say the 31A is a good deal for a corporate operator who has a limit to spendings on a jet.
TD
There are some for sale, ex Flexjet, I think around USD 4M a piece.
I would say the 31A is a good deal for a corporate operator who has a limit to spendings on a jet.
TD
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Well Chaps,
If I had my choice Id be spoilt for chice between a HS125, Falcon 900, Gulfstream V or a Global Express.
In fact anything thats gets me above F100, pays well and gets me out of this cr*ppy weather in the UK.
Homer
If I had my choice Id be spoilt for chice between a HS125, Falcon 900, Gulfstream V or a Global Express.
In fact anything thats gets me above F100, pays well and gets me out of this cr*ppy weather in the UK.
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Lavdumper, just came back from a quick trip in the mighty Global. Yes it is a great airplane for those who fly it, it's not so good if your on the outside trying to get in as I fear some of the replies indicate
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Homer,. .Spoilt for choice between 125,F900 and GV?. .Chuck out the 125 straight away............ .Whilst its a great machine it cannot be put in the same pile as the others. I've not flown a GV or F900 but I'm rated on G IV's and if thats anything to go by then the GV must be outstanding.. .Until I get to find out I'll stick with my BBJ, now this really is an excellent plane..............
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I flew the 125/800 for a couple of years. Its a nice hands on aircraft,and fairly easy type to do a rating on compared to the G4,which is by far more complex in most of its systems. The G4 is a true beauty on the ramp and in the sky, a roomy flt deck and unbelievable power. However,i am truly happy with my hands on the BBJ. A flight deck with loads of room,a real smooth ride,tried and tested systems of the 737 and power to get us up to 410 in no time at all.. .I'd love to have a go on a Lear though, now that looks like fun!
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The Citation Excel looks like a fun airplane to fly. One landed behind me yesterday - a strange hybrid design - but it looks fast...
Any ex-Chauffair pilots or others out there who can attest to that? What do you like about it versus what you previously flew?
. .Any other current wishlist airplanes YOU would like to fly if you had the opportunity?
. .Cheers
Any ex-Chauffair pilots or others out there who can attest to that? What do you like about it versus what you previously flew?
. .Any other current wishlist airplanes YOU would like to fly if you had the opportunity?
. .Cheers
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I've just qualified on the Global and she's a dream.
ADS, whats wrong with the wing? It seems to do a pretty good job of getting me v quickly to FL nosebleed, cruising at M.88 and giving me a really slow Vref for some good short landings.
ADS, whats wrong with the wing? It seems to do a pretty good job of getting me v quickly to FL nosebleed, cruising at M.88 and giving me a really slow Vref for some good short landings.
