Beechcraft Premier 2

The refined light jet built to enhance the Premier line.

Overview

Hawker Beechcraft United States 2010–Onward $8.3 million

The Beechcraft Premier II was an upgraded version of the Premier I light business jet. Introduced in the late 2000s, it featured improved avionics and cabin amenities. The aircraft targeted owner-operators seeking performance and efficiency.

Specifications

Units
Engine
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Engine type
-
Thrust
3,000 lbf · 13 kN
Avionics
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Wing tips
No winglets
Seats
6
Crew
—
Cabin width
5 ft 6 in  ·  1.68 m
Cabin height
5 ft 5 in  ·  1.65 m
Cabin length
16 ft 5 in  ·  5.00 m
Exterior length
54 ft 2 in  ·  16.50 m
Tail height
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Fuselage diameter
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Wing span
—
Baggage volume
—
Gross weight
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Empty weight
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Max takeoff weight
67,000 lb  ·  30,400 kg
Max landing weight
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Max payload
1,900 lb  ·  850 kg
Fuel capacity
540 gal · 2,000 L · 1,600 kg (Jet A)
Max cruise speed
464 kt  ·  534 mph  ·  859 km/h
Maximum speed
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Cruise speed
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Approach speed
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Range
1,632 nm  ·  1,880 mi  ·  3,020 km
Fuel burn
3.00 nm/gal  ·  1.47 km/L
Ceiling
45,000 ft  ·  13,700 m
Rate of climb
12 ft/min  ·  0 m/s
Takeoff distance
3,000 ft  ·  920 m
Landing distance
2,450 ft  ·  750 m
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Operational Context

Beechcraft Premier II — light business jet

The Premier II entered service in 2011 with updated systems and interior refinements. It retained the composite fuselage and swept wing of its predecessor. The aircraft was designed for short business missions.

Two Williams FJ44 turbofan engines producing approximately 2,300 pounds of thrust (10 kN) each power the aircraft. Cruise speed approaches 450 knots (833 km/h). Maximum takeoff weight exceeds 12,000 pounds (5,443 kg).

The Premier II represented the final development of the Premier line. Production ceased shortly thereafter. The aircraft remains in operation with private and charter operators.