Specifications
AI Description
- Model: HONDAJET ELITE S
- Engine Model: HF120
- Engine Maintenance Program: EMC2
- Avionics: Garmin G3000 Integrated Avionics System
- Autopilot: Garmin GFC 700 Automatic Flight Control System
- ADS-B Equipped: Yes
- WAAS: Yes
- Synthetic Vision Technology: Yes
- Service Ceiling: 43,000 feet
- Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW): 10,900 lbs
- Landing Weight: 10,160 lbs
- Exterior Colors: Snow White upper, custom maroon lower, custom black trim
- Interior Configuration: Executive with white and dark gray leather seats
- In-flight Wi-Fi: Gogo Avance L3
- Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR): Equipped
- Flight Data Recorder (FDR): Equipped
- Winglets: Equipped
- Lavatory: Yes
- Maintenance Tracking: CAMP
- Last 600-Hour Inspection: Completed on July 10, 2023
- HSI Compliance: Completed at 2,483.6 hours, due March 2025
About this Model
Overview
The HondaJet Elite S is a very light jet designed around frequent regional missions where time savings and operating simplicity matter. Its over-the-wing engine mount helps keep the cabin quieter than many entry jets and supports a compact, efficient airframe footprint for access to smaller airports. In typical use it serves 1–2 passengers plus baggage comfortably, with the flexibility to carry more on shorter legs depending on payload and fuel.
Mission Fit
This aircraft fits high-frequency travel patterns: city-pair hops, multi-stop days, and missions where you want jet speed without stepping up to a larger cabin class. It is best when passenger count is modest and baggage needs are managed; payload and range planning becomes more important as you add passengers, winter reserves, or headwinds.
Cabin
The cabin is arranged for a small group environment with club seating and a separate enclosed lavatory that also serves as a privacy feature for longer legs. Windows are comparatively large for the class, and the engine placement above the wing helps reduce perceived cabin noise and vibration. Storage is split between an aft baggage area and smaller in-cabin spaces, so packing strategy matters for bulky items.