Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Maintained under EASA Part 145 with EASA and RVSM certifications
- Collins Corporate Aircraft Service Program
- Main landing gear brake assemblies replaced (LS: 04/2019 at 2227TT, RS: 09/2018 at 2086TT)
- Engine model: FJ44-2A, both engines at 2431 hours since new, on TAP - Advantage Elite program
- Weights: MTOW 12,500 lbs, ramp 12,591 lbs, landing 11,600 lbs, empty 8,493 lbs, fuel 3,600 lbs (last weighed 05/08/2017)
- Avionics: Collins Pro Line 21 suite, dual FMS-3000, dual VHF-4000, dual TDR-94D transponders, Collins GPS-4000S, TCAS-4000 with change 7.1, Honeywell GPWS, Collins WXR-800 weather radar
- Additional equipment: ADS-B Out, Artex C406-2 ELT, dual air data computers, smoke hood
- Interior: Executive configuration for 6 passengers, 4-place club and dual forward-facing seats, non-belted flushing aft lavatory, forward refreshment center, cockpit hard pocket door, dual 115V outlets, aft baggage area
- Exterior: White upper & dark blue lower with light & medium blue stripes
About this Model
Overview
The Beechcraft Premier IA is a single-pilot-capable light jet designed around efficient point-to-point trips and operation into many regional airports. It sits between entry-level very light jets and larger light jets, emphasizing a comfortable cabin cross-section for its class while keeping operating complexity closer to the light-jet end of the spectrum. The “IA” update is commonly associated with avionics and systems improvements over early Premier I configurations (exact fit varies by serial number and retrofit history).
Mission Fit
This model tends to fit missions where speed and altitude capability provide clear time savings over turboprops, but where typical stage lengths and passenger counts do not justify a larger cabin class. It is generally best used for efficient, repeatable day-to-day routing rather than as a dedicated long-range, full-load aircraft.
Cabin
Cabin comfort is a key differentiator for the type: the cross-section supports a more upright seating feel than some peers, which can improve perceived space on flights of one to two hours. Expect a typical light-jet layout with a forward club seating group and an aft area that may be configured for an enclosed lavatory, depending on aircraft configuration. Storage and baggage access are adequate for light-jet missions but should be evaluated against your typical passenger/baggage mix.