Light Jet · Comparison
Beechcraft Premier IA vs Hawker 400XP
Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Beechcraft Premier IA and Hawker 400XP: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Light Jet
- Seats
- 6 / 7
- Range
- 2,610 km / 2,400 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Beechcraft Premier IA is configured for 6 seats with cabin height 1.6 m; the Hawker 400XP offers 7 seats and 1.4 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 2,610 km for the Beechcraft Premier IA versus 2,400 km for the Hawker 400XP, with cruise speeds of 828 km/h and 778 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $2,500/hr for the Beechcraft Premier IA and $2,800/hr for the Hawker 400XP. Takeoff runway guidance is 1097 m versus 1270 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 12 live public offers for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 37 for the Hawker 400XP right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Beechcraft Premier IA | Hawker 400XP |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Hawker Beechcraft |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Seats | 6 | 7 |
| Range | 2,610 km | 2,400 km |
| Cruise speed | 828 km/h | 778 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,500/hr | $2,800/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.6 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1097 m | 1270 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 12 | 37 |
Key takeaways
The Hawker 400XP seats more passengers (7 vs 6). On published range, the Beechcraft Premier IA covers more distance (2,610 km vs 2,400 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Beechcraft Premier IA ($2,500/hr vs $2,800/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Hawker 400XP (37 vs 12).
More in this class
FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Beechcraft Premier IA or the Hawker 400XP?
Published seating is 6 for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 7 for the Hawker 400XP.
Which has longer range, the Beechcraft Premier IA or the Hawker 400XP?
Published range is 2,610 km for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 2,400 km for the Hawker 400XP.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Beechcraft Premier IA and the Hawker 400XP?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,500/hr for the Beechcraft Premier IA and $2,800/hr for the Hawker 400XP.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Beechcraft Premier IA vs the Hawker 400XP?
EmptyJet currently lists 12 empty-leg offers for the Beechcraft Premier IA and 37 for the Hawker 400XP. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.