Premier I/IA

Passengers	Range	Speed	Charter From	Best For
Up to 6	1,500 nm	495 mph (430 ktas)	$2,500 / hr	Roomy short to mid hops

Please note that the hourly rate is not the total trip cost. Final pricing includes known fees such as landing and handling, crew, overflight permits, and taxes, plus variable costs like repositioning, de-icing, wait time, and overnights. Contact Hogani Jets for an accurate all-in quote.

Hogani Jets coordinates Beechcraft Premier I and IA charter flights through licensed Part 135 operators, matching this wide composite-cabin light jet to comfortable short and mid-range trips. The Premier I, and its later Premier IA upgrade, is best known for one of the largest cabins in the light-jet class, made possible by an all-composite carbon-fiber fuselage. Manufactured by Beechcraft (Textron Aviation), it seats up to 6 passengers with a range of 1,726 miles (1,500 nm) and a cruise speed of 495 mph (430 ktas). Premier charter rates run $2,500 to $3,500 per flight hour, with one-way trip pricing from roughly $8,000 to $15,000 depending on route. Its strengths are exceptional cabin width, a stand-up-feel interior, and the Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 cockpit, not outright range. The Premier suits travelers who value cabin comfort and a modern cabin on shorter sectors over the longer legs of the Learjets. For longer trips, a Learjet 45 or midsize jet is the better choice.

For a current Premier quote, contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573.

The Beechcraft Premier I entered service in 2001 as a clean-sheet light jet built around an all-composite carbon-fiber and epoxy-honeycomb fuselage, which allowed an unusually wide cabin without the weight of a metal structure. The later Premier IA, delivered from 2005, kept the same airframe, Williams FJ44-2A engines, and speed, while upgrading the Pro Line 21 avionics to a three-display IFIS cockpit and refining the cabin. Both seat up to 6 and remain valued for class-leading cabin width and a modern flight deck.

Specification	Premier I/IA
Manufacturer	Beechcraft / Textron Aviation
Aircraft Category	Light Jet (composite cabin)
Passenger Capacity	Up to 6
Cabin Length	15.0 ft (4.57 m)
Cabin Width	5.8 ft (1.77 m)
Cabin Height	4.8 ft (1.46 m)
Baggage Capacity	57 cu ft (1.6 m³)
Max Range	1,500 nm (2,778 km)
Max Cruise Speed	495 mph (430 ktas)
Cabin Altitude	6,400 ft at FL410
Cabin Noise	66 dBA
Engines	Williams FJ44-2A × 2
Typical Runway Required	~3,040 ft takeoff / 2,500 ft landing
Rate of Climb	4,000 ft per minute
Service Ceiling	41,000 ft
Hourly Charter Rate	$2,500 to $3,500

The Premier cabin is the aircraft's signature feature. Its all-composite fuselage gives one of the widest cabins in the light-jet class at 5.8 feet, with a roomy, open feel that competitors with metal fuselages struggle to match. It seats up to 6 in a club layout built around cabin comfort.

Cabin width of 5.8 feet is class-leading and gives noticeably more shoulder room than most light jets, approaching a midsize feel.
Baggage capacity of 57 cubic feet across internal and external compartments handles the group's luggage for short and mid-range trips.
A fully enclosed aft lavatory is standard, along with fold-out tables, LED lighting, and fully reclining contoured seats.
The Premier IA adds refined cabin trim and a three-display Pro Line 21 IFIS flight deck. Wi-Fi varies by operator, so confirm at booking.

Baggage note for the Premier: The 57 cubic foot hold and wide cabin make the Premier comfortable for up to six passengers with luggage on short to mid trips. For longer legs with a full cabin, a Learjet 45 offers more range.

Buyers cross-shopping the Premier will see both the original Premier I and the later Premier IA. They share the same composite airframe, Williams engines, speed, and class-leading cabin width. The IA is the newer, refined version. This comparison shows the differences.

Specification	Premier I	Premier IA
Years Built	2001 to 2005	2005 to 2012
Engines	Williams FJ44-2A	Williams FJ44-2A (same)
Cruise Speed	495 mph (430 ktas)	495 mph (430 ktas)
Avionics	Pro Line 21, two displays	Pro Line 21 IFIS, three displays
Cabin	Class-leading width	Same width, refined trim and lighting
Hourly Rate	$2,500-$3,500	$2,500-$3,500
Character	Original composite light jet	Refined, later-build upgrade

For charter, both fly the same speed and routes at the same rate. The Premier IA is the later, more refined build with an upgraded cockpit and cabin trim, while the Premier I offers the same cabin width and performance, often at slightly better availability.

The Premier performs well on comfortable short and mid-range routes within its 1,500nm range, where cabin width matters. These represent its most common charter missions.

Route	ICAO Codes	Est. Time	Notes
New York to Chicago	KTEB to KPWK	~2h 15m	Wide-cabin comfort on a core business run.
Las Vegas to El Paso	KLAS to KELP	~1h 30m	Western regional hop.
West Palm Beach to Charlotte	KPBI to KCLT	~1h 45m	Southeast business corridor.
Los Angeles to Aspen	KVNY to KASE	~2h	Mountain access, short-field capable.
Miami to Nassau, Bahamas	KOPF to MYNN	~1h	Short international hop.

The Premier's 1,500 nm range covers most US regional pairs and the near Bahamas with a comfortable cabin, but not longer Caribbean legs such as Turks and Caicos or San Juan. For those, a Learjet 45 or midsize jet is the better fit.

Premier charter rates run $2,500 to $3,500 per flight hour, the standard light-jet band, strong value for one of the widest cabins in the class. Total one-way trip pricing depends on route distance, positioning, and demand. For a current Premier quote, contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573.

Route	Est. One-Way Price	Notes
New York to Chicago	$10,000 - $15,500+	Wide-cabin business run.
West Palm Beach to Charlotte	$9,500 - $12,500+	Southeast corridor.
Las Vegas to El Paso	$17,500 - $23,500+	Western regional hop.
Los Angeles to Aspen	$13,500 - $19,700+	Mountain run.
Miami to Turks and Caicos	$14,400 - $18,950+	Pushing Premier range; recommend step up.

The $2,500 to $3,500 hourly rate for a Premier charter covers core operational costs. Additional fees and services are quoted separately on every trip, which is important to understand when comparing total trip prices.

Aircraft operation: fuel, crew, and maintenance are included in the hourly rate.
Two certificated pilots: recommended for all Premier charter operations.
Federal excise tax and segment fees: federally mandated, quoted separately.
Positioning costs: charged if the aircraft must reposition to your departure airport.
International handling fees: these apply on Bahamas and other international hops.

Please contact Hogani Jets team for current pricing and more details about Premier I/IA Charter.

When buyers cross-shop the Premier, the most common comparisons are the Citation CJ2, a modern Cessna light jet, and the Learjet 40, a fast Bombardier light jet. The Premier wins on cabin width; the Learjet wins on speed and range. The table below shows where each fits.

Specification	Premier I/IA	Citation CJ2	Learjet 40
Passengers	Up to 6	Up to 7	Up to 7
Range	1,500 nm	1,600 nm	1,640 nm
Cruise Speed	495 mph (430 ktas)	430 mph (374 ktas)	534 mph (464 ktas)
Cabin Width	5.8 ft (widest)	4.8 ft	5.1 ft
Baggage	57 cu ft	65 cu ft	55 cu ft
Hourly Rate	$2,500-$3,500	$2,500-$3,500	$2,500-$3,500
Best Use Case	Light jet. Widest cabin	Light jet. Balanced, modern	Light jet. Fast, high-flying

The Premier is most frequently chartered on comfortable regional and business routes where cabin width matters. Links below connect to relevant route and destination pages.

New York to Miami: a comfortable wide-cabin run.
Miami to Nassau, Bahamas: a short international hop.
Miami to the Bahamas: the near islands are within Premier range.
Bahamas private jet charter: a popular Premier destination region.

Hogani Jets coordinates each Beechcraft Premier I/IA charters charter through licensed Part 135 operators. Hogani Jets does not operate the aircraft directly. Every charter is conducted by a licensed Part 135 direct air carrier whose crew, maintenance, and operations remain under that carrier's independent operational control, with certifications and safety records reviewed as part of every booking.

Relationship	Aircraft	When to Consider
Modern Cessna Peer	Citation CJ2	Balanced modern light jet with a glass cockpit and good range.
Fast Bombardier Peer	Learjet 40	Faster, higher-flying light jet with strong climb.
More Range	Learjet 45	Largest, longest-legged light jet for longer trips.
Roomy Classic	Citation Bravo	Classic Cessna light jet with steep-field access.
Step Up	Citation XLS	Midsize jet for more cabin, range, and stand-up room.

Ready to book Beechcraft Premier Private jet or want to check availability? Contact Hogani Jets for a tailored Premier I or IA quote. Call +1-855-660-0573 or email charter@hoganijets.com, and our team will coordinate the right aircraft and operator for your trip.

Reviewed by Matt Hogan — Founder, Hogani Jets & Aviation Specialist.

How much does it cost to charter a Beechcraft Premier?

Premier I and IA charter rates run $2,500 to $3,500 per flight hour, the standard light-jet band. One-way trip pricing ranges from about $8,000 for short hops to $15,000 for longer runs. Pricing varies by route, positioning, and season.

What is the difference between the Premier I and Premier IA?

The Premier IA is the later, refined version of the Premier I, delivered from 2005. It shares the same composite airframe, Williams engines, speed, and class-leading cabin width, while upgrading to a three-display Pro Line 21 IFIS cockpit and refined cabin trim. For charter, both fly the same routes at the same rate.

Why is the Premier cabin considered special?

The Premier uses an all-composite carbon-fiber fuselage instead of metal, which allowed Beechcraft to build one of the widest cabins in the light-jet class at 5.8 feet. This gives noticeably more shoulder room than most light jets, approaching a midsize feel, which is the aircraft's main draw.

How many passengers can the Premier carry?

The Premier seats up to 6 passengers in a comfortable club layout. It is single-pilot certified, though charter operations typically use two pilots. The wide cabin makes it comfortable for up to six on short to mid-range trips.

What is the range of the Premier?

The Premier has a range of 1,500 nautical miles (1,726 miles) at typical charter payload. This covers most US regional city pairs and the near Bahamas nonstop, but not longer Caribbean legs such as Turks and Caicos or San Juan. For those, a Learjet 45 or midsize jet is the better fit.

Can the Premier operate from short runways?

Yes. The Premier needs about 3,040 feet of runway for takeoff and lands in around 2,500 feet, keeping good short-field access and opening many smaller regional airports that larger jets cannot use.

Is the Premier still available for charter?

Yes. Although Beechcraft ended production after 2012, both the Premier I and IA remain in active charter service, valued for their class-leading cabin width and modern Pro Line 21 cockpit at a standard light-jet rate.

Is Hogani Jets a direct air carrier?

No. Hogani Jets is an air charter broker and does not own or operate aircraft. All Premier charters are facilitated through licensed Part 135 direct air carriers, who maintain full operational control and regulatory compliance for every flight.

Last Updated: 23 Sep 2026, 12:56 PM

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