OK, I’ve whined enough about the new jet. I’ve moaned about the speedbrake-spoiler failure that occurs every time I get above Flight Level 300; about the fact that I will have to pay Williams for 150 hours per year on the engine program even though I won’t fly that much; about the ridiculous wait to get a letter of authorization for flight in RVSM airspace (how much fuel is wasted in the United States waiting for these letters as jets fly low, burning lots of jet-A?). Enough, already.
Comparing Two Remarkable Airplanes
Key Takeaways:
- The Premier jet significantly outperforms the Cheyenne turboprop in speed (nearly twice as fast), altitude (flies twice as high), and climb rate, though it consumes roughly double the fuel per hour.
- Operating the jet involves a more complex pre-flight routine and ponderous ground handling compared to the turboprop, yet the author surprisingly finds landings easier to execute smoothly in the jet.
- The jet provides a superior flight experience, offering a smoother ride above adverse weather and turbulence at higher altitudes, enhancing passenger comfort for longer-range travel.
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