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Short leg routes from US to Europe? (Read 291 times)
Jul 26
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, 2004 at 8:00pm
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I am considering hitting a friend of mine up for a trip to Europe in his personal jet - I'd pay for the operating costs. The only problem is that it is a light jet, a Beechcraft Premier One. While it's relatively fast (400 - 450 knots), it's range is only 1500 nm.
How would I check into the quickest route to Europe from the US using an aircraft with such a limited range?
I'm not a pilot and don't have access to flight planning services.
I want to have a short leg course in mind so he doesn't immediately say "No Way!" I think it would be a blast to have use of the jet once we get to Europe.
Thx!
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Jul 26
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Not sure...but couldn't you stop for fuel olong the way...meaning somewere up north...?
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I've done it before in a non-RVSM, Lear35(1,800nm range) and have always gone KBGR-CYYR-BIKF-destination. I use and recommend Universal Weather. They plan the entire flight and arrange customs and handling when required.
Unless you are leaving from the Northeastern US, this can be a marathon flight to try and accomplish in one day. I recommend staying the night in Keflavik.
The speed of the aircraft will not be that big of a factor, as you are usually limited to .72-.74 mach on the crossing anyway. You are not in Radar contact and use an HF radio(another equipment requirement to consider)and cannot change your speed readily once you have been given a clearance.
Just for quick reference, Bangor to Shannon usually takes about 10hrs(flight hours) at .74m when making two stops(ie: Goose Bay and Kef.).
.....so I loaded up the plane and moved to Middle-EEEE..........OIL..that is......
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It will probably cost you less for first class airline tickets than it would to pay for the operation costs for that exceptionally long flight.
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Agreed on the pricing - but not nearly as much of an adventure. I'd be happy if I never fly commercial again.
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