Evergreen aviation shocked to lose Boeing contract (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)
MCMINNVILLE, Ore. — Officials at Evergreen International Aviation Inc. are shocked and disappointed to lose a contract to operate Boeing Co.’s “Dreamlifter†super freighters, the chairman of the McMinnville-based aviation services company said.
Five young Virgin America flight attendants star in Fly Girls, a new 'reality' show that debuts on the CW Network on March 24. Porter Gale, Virgin America's vice president of marketing, said in a press release. "We're thrilled to work with The CW to show how our in-flight teammates are re-writing the...
The Department of Homeland Security has named the first 11 U.S. airports to receive advanced imaging technology (AIT) units, or full body scanners. "By accelerating the deployment of this technology, we are enhancing our capability to detect and disrupt threats of terrorism across the nation," said...
Child's Play: Another Embarrassing Air Safety Lapse
While major air crashes have declined sharply over the last decade, several recent high profile accidents and incidents have given the airline industry a black eye. The latest incident was reported this week: A controller twice brought his young son to work at the control tower at New York's Kennedy...
Pilot Fatigue Takes Center Stage at Senate Hearing
U.S. senators are insisting that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) do something about airline pilots who regularly make long commutes prior to their flights. The lawmakers are concerned that in the year since 50 people were killed in a regional airline crash near Buffalo, NY, the FAA hasn't taken any...
12 Seats | 4600 Mile range | Speed: M1.6 | Alt. 40-60,000 feet | Est. $80M
Supersonic Business Jets (SSBJs) are small private jets, intended to travel at speeds above Mach 1. SSBJs are about the same size as traditional subsonic business jets. In a hurry? New York to Los Angeles 2 hours New York to London 3 hours Seattle to Tokyo 4 hours
Jetliners
Private Jet Airliners
Various seating configurations | 4000 - 6000 Mile range | Est. $40M to $60M
The most exclusive type of private jet is the Ultra Heavy jet type, which are especially designed for the ultimate in large capacity luxury air travel. The Boeing Business Jet is based on the Boeing 737 commercial jet aircraft family. The Airbus Corporate Jetliner is based on the commercial Airbus 320 jet aircraft family. Embraer’s Lineage 1000 is based on the Embraer 170 commercial jet aircraft.
Heavy Jets
Heavy Private Jets
12-20 Seats | 3000 - 6500 Mile range | $25M- $45M
With impressive cruising speed and cabin space, heavy jets embody optimum performance in every aspect. The largest size private jet charter that doesn't require a major airport runway, while still covering long distances. Typical capacity to hold 9-15 passengers, average cruising speed of 500-560 mph and average non-stop range of 4,000 miles.
Midsize Jets
Midsize Private Jets
8-12 Seats | 2500 - 4000 Mile range | $14M - $28M
Midsize jets provide extremely versatile business transport. With the comfort of the larger aircraft and agility of smaller models, the medium jet offers a best-in-class flying experience.
A sleek entrance into the private jet class, light jets feature pressurized cabins and coast-to coast range capability. Light Private Jets offer a smooth ride and an economical choice for of aircraft, for short to mid-range trips.
VLJs
Very Light Jets (VLJs)
4 -6 Seats | 1000 - 1300 Miles range | $1.2M- $4MA very light jet is also known as VLJ. With a maximum take-off weight of under 10,000 pounds (4,540 kg), they are among the lightest of business jets.
PLJs
Personal Light Jets
4-8 Seats | 1000 - 1300 Mile range | $1M- $2.5M
Private Light Jets are also called PLJs. They are single engine jet aircraft and offer the least expensive entry into private jet ownership.
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The most exclusive type of private jet is the Ultra Heavy jet type, which are especially designed for the ultimate in large capacity luxury air travel. The Boeing Business Jet is based on the Boeing 737 commercial jet aircraft family. The Airbus Corporate Jetliner is based on the commercial Airbus 320 jet aircraft family. Embraer’s Lineage 1000 is based on the Embraer 170 commercial jet aircraft.
With impressive cruising speed and cabin space, heavy jets embody optimum performance in every aspect. The largest size private jet charter that doesn't require a major airport runway, while still covering long distances. Typical capacity to hold 9-15 passengers, average cruising speed of 500-560 mph and average non-stop range of 4,000 miles.
Midsize jets provide extremely versatile business transport. With the comfort of the larger aircraft and agility of smaller models, the medium jet offers a best-in-class flying experience.
A sleek entrance into the private jet class, light jets feature pressurized cabins and coast-to coast range capability. Light Private Jets offer a smooth ride and an economical choice for of aircraft, for short to mid-range trips.
A very light jet is also known as VLJ. With a maximum take-off weight of under 10,000 pounds (4,540 kg), they are among the lightest of business jets. 
Private Light Jets are also called PLJs. They are single engine jet aircraft and offer the least expensive entry into private jet ownership.
