Beechcraft Premier I Specifications
- Passengers
- 5–6
- Range
- 1,450 nm
- Cruise speed
- 450 kt
- Nonstop
- ~2.5 hr
- Class
- Very light jet
- Hourly rate
- $2,800–$4,200
Specifications are manufacturer figures. Range assumes typical passenger loads and fuel reserves; winds and altitude reduce it.
About the Beechcraft Premier I
The Premier I cruises at about 450 knots, faster than most jets in its class, and its composite fuselage gives it a roomier cabin than its size suggests.
It seats five or six for regional trips.
Is the Premier I Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 2.5 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen or New York to Miami
- Up to 6 passengers
- Business day trips and quick regional hops
Keep in Mind
- Cabins are compact, typically under five feet tall, and luggage space is limited.
- Longer trips need a fuel stop; for four passengers going farther, a light jet is the better choice.
Premier I Sample Trips
Estimated one-way flight times and prices, calculated from this aircraft’s cruise speed and range. Short trips are billed at least the 2-hour daily minimum. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning.
| Trip | Distance | Time | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Aspen VNY–ASE | 730 mi | 1 hr 45 mindaily minimum | $9,000–$14,000 |
| New York to Miami TEB–OPF | 1,092 mi | 2 hr 40 min | $9,000–$14,000 |
| New York to Aspen TEB–ASE | 1,728 mi | 5 hr 15 min1 fuel stop | $14,500–$21,500 |
| Miami to Aspen OPF–ASE | 1,791 mi | 5 hr 20 min1 fuel stop | $14,700–$22,000 |
| New York to Los Angeles TEB–VNY | 2,450 mi | 6 hr 50 min1 fuel stop | $19,600–$29,500 |
Premier I Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier I | 5–6 | 1,450 nm | 450 kt | $2,800+ |
| HondaJet | 4–5 | 1,437 nm | 422 kt | $2,800+ |
| Citation M2 | 5–6 | 1,550 nm | 404 kt | $2,800+ |
| Citation CJ1 | 5 | 1,300 nm | 389 kt | $2,800+ |
Premier I Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a Premier I?
The Premier I is priced as a very light jet: about $2,800 to $4,200 per flight hour, with a 2-hour daily minimum. For example, New York to Miami (2 hr 40 min) estimates at $9,000 to $14,000 one way before taxes and fees. Your quote itemizes every cost.
How far can the Premier I fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 1,450 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 2.5 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the Premier I seat?
Typically 5–6, depending on the cabin layout. For long trips or a lot of luggage, plan on one fewer than the maximum.
Can the Premier I fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles?
Not usually. Westbound, it typically needs one fuel stop, for a total trip of about 6 hr 50 min. For nonstop coast-to-coast flights, look at a super-midsize or larger jet.
