For these comparisons, the 2016 Conklin and de Decker operating cost report for jets and turboprops was used. The Cirrus Vision SF50 Personal Jet has the lowest variable operating cost among any jet on the market ($595 per hour). And, here’s what some pilots are calling a competitor list of competing products: Continue reading “What is the Cirrus Vision Jet’s competitor operating cost?”
Month: May 2017
What’s the Cirrus Vision SF50 Jet operating cost?
At $595.30 per hour, the Cirrus Vision SF50 Personal Jet has the lowest variable operating cost among any jet on the market. That expense number is from the 2016 Conklin and de Decker operating costs for jets and turboprops. For the second year, AOPA Pilot has offered the exclusive report to its members. You can view the full report on AOPA’s website.
At the Cirrus Austin Texas Get Together (CATGT) I spoke with Justin Dillion, a Cirrus Vision Jet pilot. He’s the Senior Regional Sales Director for the Western United States. Justin was familiar with the Conklin and de Decker operating cost report. But he said, true operating cost for the Cirrus Vision Jet is slightly higher at about $650 per hour. It’s still the lowest operating cost among any jet on the market.
At FL280, the Vision Jet burns about 65 gallons per hour and has a TAS above 300 knots.
Justin proceeded to tell me about the Cirrus Vision Jet concierge maintenance program. It’s complete coverage nose to tail. Even normal wear and tear items like tires and brakes are included. You choose the concierge package from 1 – 3 years. Then all you pay for is fuel. Yep, gotta have that – just gas and go. Contact your local Cirrus Sales Representative for details or keep in touch here. I may write about the Vision Jet concierge program in a future post. Continue reading “What’s the Cirrus Vision SF50 Jet operating cost?”
We joined Cirrus Aircraft enthusiasts in Austin Texas – May 2017
On May 6, 2017, the second Cirrus Austin Texas Get Together (CATGT) occurred at Austin Executive Airport (KEDC). People arrived by both car and plane. Once again, music lightened the air and aircraft were on display in the large Hendrix Jet Center hangar next to the FBO. Several new G6 and G5 SR22’s were there along with the new Cirrus Jet. Rudy’s catered a great barbecue food feast. More than 120 Cirrus enthusiasts came together for an evening of music, food, fellowship and learning.
It was another example of the “Cirrus Life.” A journey with memorable moments and people carried along in personal stories about flying. It’s also about how today’s general aviation is transforming life among business, family and friends.
The 2017 Cirrus Vision SF50 Personal Jet was front and center. It was my first time to see the jet in person. The ramp stature of the aircraft is impressive. It has a higher stance and larger presence than the Eclipse Jet. And, the “V” quad tail is a striking style statement. Inside is a first class interior with a state-of-the-art avionics flight deck – called Cirrus Perspective Touch™ by Garmin. Continue reading “We joined Cirrus Aircraft enthusiasts in Austin Texas – May 2017”
What’s standard equipment on the 2017 Cirrus Vision Jet?
The Cirrus Vision SF50 Personal Jet is so new there’s some confusion about standard equipment on the base model. It’s mostly from hangar talk among piston pilots like myself. Some pilots are saying you just get an engine, wings and wheels. Then you pay-up to equip the Jet.
I got a copy of the 2017 sales brochure to answer the question and found the Cirrus Personal Jet comes well equipped.
Here’s the summary: Continue reading “What’s standard equipment on the 2017 Cirrus Vision Jet?”