By Owen Davies
Contributing Writer
Alot has happened since we last looked at continent-hopping bizjets (Pro Pilot, Mar 2024, p 30). Bombardier’s Global 8000 received FAA certification in December. Dassault Falcon confirmed that its new 10X will make its maiden flight this year. In October, FlexJet ordered 300 of the fuel-sipping Otto Aerospace Phantom 3500. Its first flight is not scheduled until early next year, with market entry expected in 2030.
Yet, for bizjet makers, the biggest news is deliveries. Last year, they grew 10.6% year-on-year (YoY). Jets with ranges of 3500 nm and more have outperformed other segments consistently since 2022.
By the end of Q3 2025, Gulfstream had delivered 113 jets – up more than 26% over the first 9 months of 2024. Like Gulfstream, Bombardier and Dassault Falcon make nothing but ultra-long-range jets. Bombardier shipped 93 aircraft through September 2025 – 4.5% over the previous year. And Dassault delivered 12 aircraft in the first half of the year, level with 2024.
Here is a look at manufacturers and their long-legged products.
Bombardier
Global 8000
Global 8000. This dual-pilot, 16–19-pax bizjet has a range of 8000 nm, high-speed cruise of 516 kts and long-range cruise of 488 kts. Takeoff distance is 5760 ft.
In addition to its impressive speed and range, Bombardier is marketing the Global 8000 on comfort and operational flexibility.
While cruising at 41,000 ft, the Global 8000 offers a cabin altitude of 2691 ft – lower than any production business aircraft. It’s also the only bizjet in its class with 4 separate seating areas.
And, thanks to advanced leading-edge slats, it can operate from shorter runways than its competitors. Bombardier says it can serve up to 30% more airports than other aircraft in its class.
Global 7500. Also a dual-pilot jet, it can carry 15–19 passengers over a 7700-nm range. High-
Global 7500
speed cruise is 516 kts, long-range cruise is 488 kts, and takeoff distance is 5760 ft. It has been a success.
After receiving FAA certification in Dec 2019, 200 Global 7500s had sold by the end of Q3 2024.
More recent sales figures have not been announced but are likely few as the company transitions to the Global 8000. The Swiss Air Force received one example in Dec 2024.
Global 6500. It carries up to 17 passengers plus 2 pilots. Range is 6600 nm, with a high-speed cruise of 511 kts and long-range cruise of 488 kts. Takeoff distance is 6370 ft. Bombardier does not disclose individual model sales, but there have been a lot of them. Deliveries for recent orders are scheduled as far out as 2032. Lately, 18 hours endurance and a remarkable 99.83% dispatch reliability have won it government and military sales for VIP transport and ISR missions.
Dassault
Falcon 10X. Operated by 2 pilots, it has room for 19 passengers. Range is 7500 nm, high-speed cruise is 531 kts, long-range cruise is 488 kts, and takeoff distance is shorter than 6000 ft. First flight is expected this year, with certification coming in late 2027.
Falcon 10X
It will offer the largest cabin in its class, engines 5% more efficient than their immediate predecessors, and a single-lever Smart Throttle, touchscreen controls, an automated recovery mode, and the FalconEye combined vision system (CVS), which allows approaches down to 100-ft ceilings.
Falcon 8X. It carries 19 passengers with 2 or 3 pilots. Range is 6450 nm, high-speed cruise is 516 kts, long-range cruise is 488 kts, and takeoff distance is 5880 ft. Its 3 engines provide better performance on short runways and hot-and-high airports than twin-engine models.
Falcon 8X
Variable operating costs are low – an estimated 13.4% less than similar bizjets.
Steep-approach capability enables landing at airports such as LCY (London City, England) and LUG (Lugano, Switzerland). It’s also equipped with the FalconEye CVS.
Falcon 6X. This super-midsize model may be operated with 2 or 3 pilots and carries 19 passengers. Max range is 5500 nm, high-speed cruise is 510 kts, long-range cruise is 488 kts, and takeoff distance is 5115 ft.
The Falcon 6X offers more room for passengers than its direct competitors and a cabin altitude of 4800 ft. Digital flight controls based on those of the Dassault Rafale fighter improve safety margins, while it matches the steep-approach certification of the 8X. By Nov 2025, 2 years after its entry into service, more than 20 aircraft had been delivered.
Embraer
Praetor 600
Praetor 600. It carrie s 12 passengers plus 2 pilots. Its range is 4018 nm, high-speed cruise is 466 kts, and long-range cruise is 440 kts. It needs 4717 ft for takeoff.
Best-in-class range makes transatlantic flights possible, while its fly-by-wire system offers active turbulence reduction.
The Praetor 600 also has a unique safety feature – if necessary, it can land on a 2165-ft runway. High fuel efficiency, competitive pricing, and resale prices approaching new appeal to company bean-counters.
Gulfstream
G800. Dual-pilot-operated, it has capacity for 19 passengers. The G800 boasts an 8200-nm range, high-speed cruise of 516 kts and long-range cruise of 488 kts. It can take off from 5812-ft runways.
G800
The world’s longest-range business aircraft, it had set 8 city-pair speed records by mid-November. Some 13 deliveries were scheduled for 2025, beginning with one in August.
The 1st 20 customers are upgrading from the G650. Quite a few professional pilots will be flying this aircraft in the years ahead.
G700. Two pilots fly up to 19 passengers. Range is 7750 nm, with a high-speed cruise of 516 kts, long-range cruise of 488 kts, and a takeoff distance of 6250 ft. The G700 received FAA certification in Mar 2024. Delivery of the 50th aircraft followed only a year later.
G700
Fifteen G700s were delivered in 2025. Key comfort features include the longest purpose-built bizjet cabin, 20 panoramic windows, and a cabin altitude of only 2840 ft at FL 410.
The G700 holds 82 city-pair speed records, including San Francisco to Paris and Los Angeles to Sydney.
G600. High-speed cruise is 516 kts, long-range cruise is 488 kts, and takeoff distance is 5700 ft. Its combination of near-sonic speed and intercontinental range can carry 16 passengers from New York to Dubai or London to Beijing non-stop while replenishing 100% fresh air every 2 minutes. Gulfstream’s enhanced flight vision system (EFVS) and Intelligence-by-wire controls with autothrottle and autobraking improve safety.
G500. Carries up to 19 passengers over 5300 nm. High-speed cruise is 600 kts, long-range cruise is 566 kts, and takeoff distance is 5300 ft. High-speed cruise still offers a range of 4500 nm. Standard layouts for 13 pax offer sleeping for 6, and many bespoke options are available. Up front, 10 touchscreens, including SVS and EFVS on a head-up display (HUD), plus phase-of-flight intelligence, help reduce pilot workload.
Otto Aerospace
Phantom 3500
Phantom 3500. Slated to fly in 2027 and enter service in 2030, the Phantom 3500 is designed to carry 2 pilots plus 9 passengers. Projected range is 3500 nm, high-speed cruise will be 533 kts, and long-range cruise will be 520 kts. Takeoff distance is 3500 ft. The Phantom 3500’s unique selling point is laminar airflow over 85 to 90% of its structure.
Otto estimates that fuel consumption will be less than 40% of that of comparable models, owing to its sleek design and minimal weight thanks to all-carbon fiber construction.
Draggy cabin windows will be replaced by high-def digital panels that show the view outside.
Textron
Citation Longitude
Citation Longitude. Typically carries 9 passengers and 2 pilots, but can be configured for up to 12 pax. Range is 3500 nm, high-speed cruise is 483 kts, and long-range cruise is 477 kts.
It needs 4810 ft for takeoff. Despite facing stiff competition from Gulfstream and Bombardier, this super-midsize model was expected to chalk up 16 or 17 deliveries in 2025. Many aircraft went to NetJets – part of an order for up to 175 Longitudes placed in 2018.
Airbus Corporate Jets
Airbus Corporate Jets bizliners are named for the Airbus commercial airliner families from which they are derived. The exception is the clean-sheet design ACJ TwoTwenty – the first bizliner Airbus has offered.
ACJ319neo. Carries 2 pilots plus 19 passengers. Range is 6750 nm, high-speed cruise is 470 kts, long-range cruise is 450 kts, and takeoff distance is approximately 6200 ft. Laid out for 19 pax in 890 sq ft, sleeping arrangements include 12 single beds and 2 doubles.
When limited to 8 pax, it offers 15-hr-plus flights from London to Buenos Aires or New York to Tokyo. Pilot-centric technologies include fly-by-wire controls, weather detection, collision avoidance systems, and runway overrun prevention.
ACJ320neo. Two pilots and 25 passengers can go 6000 nm. High-speed cruise is 469 kts, long-range cruise is 447 kts, and takeoff distance is 6900 ft. Offering 1003 sq ft of floor space, the ACJ320neo features a 15% lower fuel burn than ancestral A320s. While typical VIP configurations seat 19, it can carry a full 25-pax load from New York to Tokyo in over 12 hours. Advanced safety features include a Category 3B autoland system.
ACJ330neo. It has a 10,400-nm range with 2 pilots and 25 passengers on board. High-speed cruise is 573 kts, and takeoff distance is approx 8500 ft. With all 25 pax on board, this widebody aircraft can make nonstop flights of more than 22 hours. Typical layouts offer 2325 sq ft of floor space, 6 temperature zones, multiple living areas, executive offices, bedrooms, and shower-equipped bathrooms. An optimized wing and updated engines offer better fuel efficiency and a 50% smaller noise footprint.
ACJ TwoTwenty. Made for dual pilot operations and up to 18 passengers, it has a range of 5650 nm, high-speed cruise of 465 kts, long-range cruise of 432 kts, and requires a takeoff distance of approximately 9000 ft.
With 786 sq ft of cabin area, 6 living spaces, and every layout a bespoke design – for a price – the TwoTwenty offers range, endurance, and comfort. For the pilot, add Collins Pro Line Fusion avionics and Cat III autoland, with decision heights under 100 ft and required runway visibility under 250 ft. The TwoTwenty is also certified for steep approaches.
ACJ350. Has room for up to 50 passengers plus 2 pilots. Range is 11,100 nm, cruise speed is 470 kts, and takeoff distance is 6200 ft. Up to 3315 sq ft of floor space with 8 temperature zones, hospital-grade air filtration, and a super-quiet cabin will be appreciated on flights of up to 22 hours, commonly with 25 pax on board.
ACJ350
Shanghai, Sydney, Cape Town, and Delhi are all within range from New York City.
Features include a wing that morphs in flight for maximum aerodynamic efficiency, runway overrun prevention, and a reported fuel burn 5% lower than the competition.
Boeing Business Jets
BBJ 737 MAX. Flies with 2 pilots up to 6555 nm. High-speed cruise is 471 kts, long-range cruise is 456 kts, and takeoff distance is 6280 ft. The 737 MAX packs master suites, showers, conference areas, and seating for 19 into 1025 sq ft of cabin space. The Boeing Sky Interior enhances the spacious feel with flowing curves and full-length sculpted walls. The office features Rockwell Collins avionics with head-up guidance systems, SVS, and predictive windshear.
BBJ 787 Dreamliner. Executive versions of the 787-8 and 787-9 ultra-long-range widebodies typically carry luxurious VIP accommodations for up to 40 pax, with lounges, conference rooms, dining areas, and master suites. Bespoke details are infinitely variable to fit the operator’s taste and priorities.
BBJ 737 MAX
Range calculations assume a load of 25 pax.
Both models carry Honeywell avionics with dual HUDs, triple-redundant flight-control electronics, SVS, terrain awareness and warning system (TAWS), autothrottle, and autoland.
With a slightly smaller cabin than the 787-9 and a 9960-nm range (nearly 500 nm more), the 787-8 connects virtually any 2 cities in the world.
BBJ 777X. Originally targeted for entry into service in 2020, the BBJ 777-8 and 777-9 remain in development. In Nov 2025, Boeing received FAA approval to begin the 3rd of 5 major type inspection authorization (TIA) phases. More than 4000 flight test hours have been completed, but many do not count toward certification, owing to the incremental approval process. First deliveries have been delayed until at least 2027.
