The super mid-size jet aircraft is popular among the long-range travel clientele. In comparison to their counterpart (the heavy jet aircraft), super mid-size aircraft offer transcontinental flights at a more competitive price. Recommended for groups of up to 10 passengers, these aircraft travel at 500-600 miles per hour and have an average flight range of 3,500 miles or 5 to 8 hours of non-stop flight. These aircraft are known to be the fastest, and most fuel-efficient when it comes to extended journeys. Offering luxurious seating, these jets can give you rest and ease and get you from Miami to Los Angeles in no time.
Super Mid aircraft offer high-performing non-stop coast-to-coast and intercontinental flights, ranging from five to seven hours with fuel reserves, and can reach approximately 3,276 nautical miles. With a high-speed cruise starting from about 450 knots, these planes are great for long-distance non-stop flights. Several being extensively fast compared to other civilian private jets and able to fly intercontinentally. These models also offer high performance, but have low direct operating costs.
Super Midsize Jets
Citation Sovereign
- Capacity: up to 12 pax
- Cabin Size (L/H/W): 24 ft/5.7 ft/5.6 ft
- Cruise Speed: 495 mph
- Range: 3,243 nm
Citation X+
- Capacity: 12 (std config)
- Cabin Size (H/W/L): 68 in/66 in/25.2 ft
- Cruise Speed: 607 mph
- Range: 3,460 nm
- Baggage Capacity: 104 cu ft
Embraer Legacy 500
- Capacity: up to 12 pax
- Cabin Size (L/H/W): 26.1 ft/6 ft/6.1 ft
- Cruise Speed: 636 mph
- Range: 3,125 nm
Citation X
- Capacity: up to 12 pax
- Cabin Size (H/W): 5.6 ft/5.5 ft
- Cruise Speed: 604 mph
- Range: 3,216 nm
Challenger 300
- Capacity: 8 pax
- Cabin Size (H/W): 6.1 ft/7.2 ft
- Cruise Speed: 528 mph
- Range: 3,567 nm
Dassault Falcon 50
- Capacity: 8-9 pax
- Cabin Size (H/W): 5.9 ft/6.1 ft
- Cruise Speed: 551 mph
- Range: 4,026 nm
Embraer Praetor 600
- Capacity: 8-12
- Cabin Size (H/W/L): 6 ft/6 ft/26 ft
- Cruise Speed: 536 mph
- Range: 4,018 nm
Gulfstream G280
- Capacity: 8
- Cabin Size (H/W/L): 6.3 ft/6.1 ft/25 ft
- Cruise Speed: 487 ktas
- Range: 3,600 nm
Falcon 50EX
- Capacity: 9
- Cabin Size (H/W/L): 5.9 ft/6.1 ft/23.5 ft
- Cruise Speed: 481 ktas
- Range: 3,200 nm
Legacy 450
- Capacity: up to 9 passengers
- Cabin Size (H/W/L): 6 ft/6.1 ft/24 ft
- Cruise Speed: 467 kts
- Range: 2,900 nm
Praetor 500
- Capacity: up to 8
- Cabin Size (H/W/L): 6 ft/6.1 ft/24 ft
- Cruise Speed: 536 mph
- Range: 3,000 nm
Cessna Citation Longitude
- Capacity: 8-12
- Cabin Size (H/W/L): 72 in/77 in/25 ft 2 in
- Cruise Speed: 556 mph
- Range: 3,500 nautical miles
Citation Latitude
- Capacity: up to 9 pax
- Cabin Size (L/H/W): 21.9 ft/6 ft/6.4 ft
- Cruise Speed: 513 mph
- Range: 2,850 nm
Challenger 350
- Capacity: up to 9 pax
- Cabin Size (L/H/W): 6 ft/7 ft/25 ft
- Cruise Speed: 541 (Mach 0.83)
- Range: 3200 nm
The typical seating for super mid jets is between eight to ten passengers. The length of the cabin ranges from 23 to 28 feet, with a width that typically ranges from three to seven feet and a height that is between five and six feet. It features a large stand-up club-style cabin. In most models, the cabin also features a forward wardrobe, a full refreshment center, and inflight entertainment. The private full washrooms, located in the rear of the plane, are big enough to double as a private dressing room, equipped with a closet to store garment bags.
Super Mid jets have a large baggage capacity, with space for several handbags, suitcases, and athletic equipment, like golf bags, skis, or snowboards. On specified models, the baggage area is temperature-controlled for more sensitive luggage and is accessible throughout the flight. Some also feature a space where passengers can stow carry-on items inside the cabin.