http://www.luxuryairplanes.net en-us Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:53:03 -0500 http://www.luxuryairplanes.net/hondajet/ Honda Aircraft Company, a completely owned subsidiary of Honda Motor Co., Ltd., began sales of the advanced and innovative HondaJet in October 2006 in the U.S. and has quickly collected orders for well over 100 aircraft. HondaJet is Honda's first-ever commercial aircraft and lives up to the company's reputation for dynamic performance together with superior efficiency. "When I designed the HondaJet, I did not compromise performance and comfort. I did not compromise cost and quality. The concept for HondaJet was to offer both high speed performance and high fuel efficiency with superior comfort," said Fujino. Offering class-leading performance, fuel efficiency, interior cabin space and cargo capacity, HondaJet offers European business and personal light jet owners and operators a maximum cruise speed of 420 KTAS (773 kph / 483 mph) and luxurious accommodations for five passengers and two crew in its executive configuration, including a fully private lavatory.

HondaJet incorporates many innovative technological advances in aviation design, including a unique over-the-wing engine-mount configuration that dramatically improves aircraft performance and fuel efficiency by significantly reducing aerodynamic drag in flight. This innovative approach to airframe design also lowers ground-detected noise when overhead and allows for a more spacious cabin and greater cargo capacity. HondaJet is powered by two highly fuel-efficient GE Honda HF120 turbofan jet engines.

Honda Aircraft Company anticipates its first test flight of a conforming model in early 2009, with the overall timetable calling for the achievement of U.S. Federal Aviation type certification in 2010. The company is scheduled to begin deliveries of HondaJet to U.S. customers in 2010. Significantly, Honda is concurrently pursuing European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification with FAA certification. All HondaJet deliveries worldwide will take place at Honda Aircraft Company's new world delivery center, currently under construction along with its new world headquarters, R&D facility and production plant at the Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, North Carolina, U.S. The world headquarters and R&D facility are planned for accomplishment in summer 2008, with the construction plant and delivery center scheduled to be completed in late 2009.

Design and Development of the HondaJet.
The HondaJet is an advanced, lightweight, business jet featuring an extra large cabin, high fuel efficiency, and high cruise speed compared to existing small business jets. To achieve the high-performance goals, an over-the-wing engine-mount configuration, a natural-laminar-flow wing, and a natural-laminar-flow fuselage nose were developed through extensive analyses and wind-tunnel tests. The wing is metal, having an integral, machined skin to achieve the smooth upper surface required for natural laminar flow. The fuselage is constructed entirely of composites; the stiffened panels and the Sandwich panels are co-cured integrally in an autoclave to reduce weight and cost. The prototype aircraft has been designed and fabricated. Major ground tests such as structural proof tests, control-system proof test, system function tests, and ground-vibration tests have been completed.

Flutter Characteristics of an Over-the-Wing.
Mounting engines on the wing causes complex wing flutter characteristics. The location of the engine mass and the stiffness of the pylon relative to the wing are important in preventing hazardous wing flutter. In addition, if the nacelles are installed over the wing, aerodynamic interference between the wing and the nacelle may cause unfavorable flutter characteristics, in particular, at transonic speeds.

Wave-Drag Characteristics of an Over-the-Wing Engine Nacelle Business-Jet Configuration.
The flow over the wing is accelerated such that the aerodynamic interference between the nacelle and the wing is critical in the transonic flight regime. In general, locating nacelles over the wing causes an unfavorable aerodynamic interference and induces a strong shock wave, which results in a lower drag-divergence Mach number. If the nacelle is located at the optimum position relative to the wing, however, the shock wave can be minimized, and drag divergence occurs at a Mach number higher than that for the clean-wing configuration. Theoretical analyses and experimental measurements demonstrate that a wave-drag reduction can be achieved by locating the nacelle front face near the shock-wave position on the wing.

Natural-Laminar Flow Airfoil Development for a Lightweight Business Jet.
A 15% thick, natural-laminar-flow airfoil, the SHM-1, has been designed to satisfy requirements derived from the performance specifications for a lightweight business jet. The airfoil was tested in a low-speed wind tunnel to evaluate its low-speed performance. A fight test was also conducted to evaluate the performance of the airfoil at high Reynolds numbers and high Mach numbers. In addition, a transonic wind-tunnel test was conducted to determine the drag-divergence characteristics. ]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2008 17:04:16 -0400 http://www.luxuryairplanes.net/hondajet/ http://www.luxuryairplanes.net/amsair-citation-excel/ Amsair Citation Excel is a luxury midsize executive jet.

Highly efficient turbofans enable the Excel to climb to 43,000 feet in just 22 minutes and cruise at speeds just under 500 mph. It will complete a 300-mile trip in just 47 minutes. If you are fed up with timely transfers, inconvenient departure times and security worries, it's time to make travel a pleasure, not a chore. A private jet for just you and your guests. You fly from your chosen airport to your chosen destination at a time that suits you! You depart from a beautiful private lounge away from all the hustle and bustle, where you can be sipping champagne waiting to board one of the luxury private jets.

• Passenger Capacity 6-9 people
• Cruising Speed 480 mph
• Range 1829 st.m.
• Length 18.6 ft.
• Width 5.5 ft.
• Height 5.7 ft.
• Baggage Capacity 80 cu.ft.

This impressive midsized business jet offers exactly the same cabin height and width as Cessna's flagship. The constant cross-section cabin provides passengers with a continuous width of 67 inches. Further contributing to passenger comfort is the huge external baggage compartment. There's a total volume of 80 cubic feet and a weight capacity of 700 pounds - nearly twice that of most light jets.

About Amsair Executive Aviation.
Amsair Executive Aviation is a privately owned subsidiary of the Amshold Group. Through their superb network Amsair Executive Aviation can offer you a worldwide charter service, supplying all types of aircraft from small Turbo Propellor planes to large business jets. The company provides corporate business jets for private charter flights to and from the United Kingdom, Europe, Middle East and Asia. Amsair owns new jet aircraft which includes the UK's largest fleet of Cessna Citation Excel Aircraft. Amsair’s charter fleet is split into five sections: Turbo Prop Aircraft, Entry Level Jets, Mid Size Jets, Super Mid Size, and Heavy Jets. Amsair’s charter sales team is supported by a dedicated 24 hour in house concierge team member. Amsair offers its clients an extensive consultancy and advisory service aimed at assisting potential aircraft owners through the entire process of corporate jet acquisition. ]]> Mon, 07 Apr 2008 08:11:05 -0400 http://www.luxuryairplanes.net/amsair-citation-excel/ http://www.luxuryairplanes.net/boeing-business-jet/ The Boeing Business Jet was made for elegance and performance and it more than surpasses its expectations. Not for the feint of heart, or feint of pocketbook, the $45 million aircraft cruises at 541 mph, has a range of more than 7,000 miles, and can transport up to 50 passengers. However, the true calling of this aircraft is its ability to perform just as well as a full-scale mobile office or as a luxurious airborne retreat for a privileged few.

Boeing delivers its basic or "green" BBJs to its completion centers models without any avionics or interior features. Here, the transformation from flying tube to mile-high palace begins. Companies outfit the BBJs according to owners' exact specifications, building luxurious eight-passenger VIP configurations or more traditional row-by-row seating. The BBJ can include an executive suite with a queen-size bed and a private bathroom and shower, eliminating any concerns about cramped and sleepless intercontinental flights.

The aircraft can be transformed into a 21st Century office to include fax and videoconferencing capabilities, and the latest in wiring and communications but a business flight aboard a BBJ doesn't have to be all work and no play. The plane can also be wired for for satellite and DirecTV, while the plasma TVs and LCD screens can be placed on bulkheads and in seat backs. "The BBJ is not just a transportation tool," says Deal. "It is a tool to make an executive more productive while in flight."

The Boeing Business Jet series are factory conversions of Boeing airliners for the corporate jet market, initially the 737 series airliners. This aircraft usually seats between 25 and 50 passengers within a luxurious configuration. This may include a master bedroom, a washroom with shower(s), a conference/dining area, and a living area. The Boeing Business Jet is a 50/50 partnership between Boeing Commercial Airplanes and General Electric.

The latest versions of the BBJs include configurations based on the Boeing 777, Boeing 787 and the Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental. Some limited details of these models and various configurations are available on the BBJ website. ]]> Thu, 06 Mar 2008 08:29:19 -0500 http://www.luxuryairplanes.net/boeing-business-jet/