Small Freighter on long sector - Advice sought
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Small Freighter on long sector - Advice sought
What would be an economical freighter aircraft to operate a 1700 or 2100 nm sector with 1200 kgs of freight and a couple of pax.
Falcon 20C?
No runway limitations.
Can insert a fuel stop if neccessary.
many thanks in advance for any assistance.
Falcon 20C?
No runway limitations.
Can insert a fuel stop if neccessary.
many thanks in advance for any assistance.
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GE engined Falcon 20 would need the extra tank, as you suggest. Or -731 engine conversion should do without it.
Does the cargo volume require a cabin that big, or would a 30 series Lear work?
Heck, a PC-12, or do they not have the range????
Does the cargo volume require a cabin that big, or would a 30 series Lear work?
Heck, a PC-12, or do they not have the range????
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Any learjet will not do - I dont have numbers for 30 series, but in 60,range 2100nm is possible only with full tanks, which leaves for cargo / pax around 800lbs. (15100empty, 7700 fuel, 23500mtow).
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What kind of cargo are you hauling? I hope it is not drugs!!!!
Perhaps an old HS-125-700 will work but do you need a large door width?
I can check my flight planning manuals and get back to you.
Perhaps an old HS-125-700 will work but do you need a large door width?
I can check my flight planning manuals and get back to you.