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Midsize Jet
Business jet category offering a stand-up cabin, ~2,500-3,000 nm range and seating for 7-9 passengers — comfortable for transcontinental US flights.
IN PRACTICE
Midsize jets bridge the gap between light and super-midsize. The Hawker 800XP, Citation XLS+ and Learjet 60 are common examples. Cabin height is typically 5 ft 8 in to 5 ft 9 in, allowing most passengers to stand without stooping.
They handle coast-to-coast US missions with one fuel stop, or non-stop with a westbound tailwind. They are also a popular choice for short transatlantic legs from the US East Coast to Bermuda, Canada or the Caribbean.
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Frequently asked
What does Midsize Jet mean in private aviation?
Business jet category offering a stand-up cabin, ~2,500-3,000 nm range and seating for 7-9 passengers — comfortable for transcontinental US flights.
How much does it cost to charter a midsize jet?
Charter pricing for a midsize jet depends on flight time, fuel, segment fees and federal excise tax. Our quote engine prices every midsize jet mission transparently, including all surcharges before you commit. Get a live estimate on the fleet page below.
What is the typical range and seating of a midsize jet?
Midsize jets bridge the gap between light and super-midsize. The Hawker 800XP, Citation XLS+ and Learjet 60 are common examples. Cabin height is typically 5 ft 8 in to 5 ft 9 in, allowing most passengers to stand without stooping.
How does a midsize jet compare to other jet categories?
See the related terms below for adjacent categories — light, midsize, super-midsize, heavy and ultra-long-range — and our aircraft comparison guides for side-by-side range, cabin and operating-cost data.
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