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Honda Aircraft Hondajet Elite vs Piaggio Avanti Evo vs Cirrus Sf50 G2

The Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite and the Cirrus SF50 G2 are both single‑pilot certified very light jets, while the Piaggio Avanti EVO is a larger, twin‑turboprop with a distinctly different mission profile. In category terms, the HondaJet Elite emphasizes efficient short‑to‑medium business hops with jet speed in a compact airframe; the SF50 G2 targets owner‑pilots seeking jet simplicity and a signature whole‑aircraft parachute; the Avanti EVO sits in a step‑up class, offering turboprop economics with near‑light‑jet cruise performance. On range, the SF50 G2 generally leads among these three, with typical published capability around 1,200 nautical miles, while the HondaJet Elite is usually quoted around 1,100–1,200 nautical miles depending on variant and reserves. The Avanti EVO typically offers roughly 1,400–1,700 nautical miles, varying with payload and speed settings, and can be very competitive for longer legs at efficient cruise. Passenger capacity differs most: the HondaJet Elite and SF50 G2 commonly seat about 4–5 passengers plus a pilot, whereas the Avanti EVO is typically configured for about 6–7 passengers plus crew, with a roomier cabin.

SpecHonda Aircraft HondaJet ElitePiaggio Avanti EVO
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 2.73
Min Crew11
Total Seats68
ManufacturerHonda AircraftPiaggio
Aircraft NameHondaJet EliteAvanti EVO
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)14951530
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.68
Max Cabin Seats67
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)34323775
Standard Cabin Seats46
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,135
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)419400
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$ 5,400,000$ 7,695,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed FlushingNo
Min Crew11
Crew RestNo
Jump SeatNo
Total Seats68
Galley LocationFWD
Max Cabin Seats67
Lavatory LocationAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.89
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyNo
Standard Cabin Seats46
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2306024000
Max Cabin Altitude (ft)6600
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelHF120-H1APT6A–66B
TBO (hrs)50003600
Flat RatingISA + 10ISA + 28
Thrust (lbs)2050
No. of Engines22
Fuel Capacity (gal)439
Horsepower850
Fuel Burn (gph)100
Dimensions
Length (ft)42.747.3
Wingspan (ft)39.847.1
Aisle Step (ft)0.4
Cabin Width (ft)56.1
Cabin Height (ft)4.85.8
Cabin Length (ft)12.114.9
Overall Height (ft)14.913.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)10.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)66
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.5
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)35.2