Cessna Denali vs Cirrus Sf50 G2 vs Honda Aircraft Hondajet Elite
The Cirrus Vision Jet G2 and the Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite sit in different light‑jet niches. The Vision Jet G2 is a single‑engine “personal jet” designed for owner‑pilots who want simple operation and a roomy cabin for its class. The HondaJet Elite is a twin‑engine very light jet aimed more at traditional business‑jet missions, emphasizing speed, efficiency, and redundancy. On range, the HondaJet Elite generally offers the longer real‑world cross‑country capability, typically around 1,400+ nautical miles depending on reserves and load, while the Vision Jet G2 is usually closer to about 1,200 nautical miles. In practice, both cover many regional and medium‑length routes, but the HondaJet tends to stretch a bit farther when flown with typical passenger loads. For passenger capacity, the Vision Jet G2 is commonly configured for up to about seven occupants including the pilot (often five passengers plus pilot, with an additional small seat), whereas the HondaJet Elite is typically flown with one or two pilots and four to five passengers, with a maximum occupancy often quoted around six.
| Spec | Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite |
|---|---|
| Summary | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 2.73 |
| Min Crew | 1 |
| Total Seats | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Honda Aircraft |
| Aircraft Name | HondaJet Elite |
| Certification | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1495 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.68 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 6 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3432 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,135 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 419 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $ 5,400,000 |
| Cabin | |
| Cockpit | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No |
| Jump Seat | No |
| Total Seats | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 6 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23060 |
| Engine | |
| FADEC | Yes |
| Model | HF120-H1A |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 10 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 2050 |
| No. of Engines | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 439 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length (ft) | 42.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 39.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 12.1 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14.9 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 10.2 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 66 |