Competition The Hawker 900XP is very competitive in the midsize category when it comes to cabin volume and flight range. Of its closest rivals (Cessna XLS+, Learjet 60/60XR, Gulfstream G150) only the latter offers better range but has about 140 cu ft less cabin volume. Moreover, the 900XP can take off with full fuel and

Competition Apart from new aircraft, there are many preowned large-cabin business jets for sale. To be successful, a new model really has to push its way through to the top. The Legacy 650 seems to have what it takes: a ferry range of 3880 nm (7186 km) is almost equal to that of its longest-range

Key Features On the outside, the Global 5000 is instantly recognisable as a top-line Bombardier jet. Its sleek lines, long wing with tall winglets, T-tail, and the long line of rectangular windows form an image of a hi-tech, modern business aircraft. Its powerful and efficient Rolls-Royce BR710A2-20 engines ensure excellent performance and rate of climb.

Key Features With a similar price tag to the 900LX, the new plane will be better all-round, possibly leaving behind the competing Global 5000 that it is aimed squarely at. The advanced aerodynamics, light structure, complex wing mechanisation, and ultra-modern equipment will make the Falcon 5X lighter and more efficient than the competition. This will

Cockpit The fly-by-wire system acts as an interpreter between the pilot and airplane. As opposed to traditional controls, where the pilot affects the control surfaces directly, here the system itself determines what surfaces should act and how to achieve the intended result. This increases flight safety, reduces pilot workload and makes the flight more smooth