The Winglet Option

You may have noticed that an increasing number of commercial and private jets are adding winglets as a standard feature. Winglets are nothing new -- the first winglets appeared on the Learjet 28 in 1977 -- but they have only become ubiquitous on jets in the past few years. Many private jets on the market today offer the option of adding winglets at the time of building, or later as a retrofit option. Adding winglets can be fairly costly: retrofitting a Hawker 400XP takes three weeks and costs $438,000.

So, what do winglets really do? And are they worth it?

Winglets are designed to decrease the wingtip vortices that develop at the tip of a wing. These vortices develop as the high pressure air from beneath the wing meets the lower pressure air from above the wing. To get a better idea of what the interaction ofthe high- and low-pressure air looks like, take a look at the picture below, taken from a NASA study on wingtip vortices:

Winglets serve to reduce the severity of the induced drag created by these vortices, which has a myriad of side benefits. Reduced drag translates into faster cruise speeds, a lower fuel burn, and an increased range. The winglets also add stability in flight, which is particularly noticeable in small aircraft susceptible to turbulence.

The payoff for adding winglets to a jet is subtle, but an increasing number of private jet owners agree that the cost is more than justified by the benefits.

for more information on winglets and a detailed cost-benefit analysis of the retrofit, visit this site: http://www.jetadvisors.com/articles/2007-1-winglets.htm

for more information on the NASA research on winglets, visit this site: http://www.nasa.gov/centers/dryden/about/Organizations/Technology/Facts/TF-2004-15-DFRC.html

What's Available in Fractional Jet Ownership

Buying a fractional card can have many advantages. There are many companies that offer jet cards, ranging from 25 to 400 hours. Costs vary greatly by aircraft type and the company you choose, as do contract terms, lengths, fees, maintenance programs, and so on. Choosing a fractional program is complicated process. If you are interested, contact us at privatejets@jetadvisors.com or take a look at the following sites for more information:

Fractional Jet Consulting - a quick overview
Citation Shares - Vector Card
FlexJet - 25 Jet Card
Flight Options
Marquis Jet - Marquis Jet Card
Jets International
Sentient - Jet Membership

Gulfstream 500 (GV-SP)

The Gulfstream 500 (also referred to as the GV-SP) is a long-range private jet, capable of completeing international trips in a single bound. It is powered by two two BMW/Rolls-Royce BR700--710C4-11 engines and can reach a range of 5,941 nautical miles while carrying four passengers. The Gulfstream 500, known for its reliability and speed, is ideal for quickly completing cross-country or international trips quickly.






Specifications:



CABIN
Length: 50 ft 1 in
Width: 7 ft 3 in (max); 5 ft 5 in (floor)
Height: 6 ft 2 in
Baggage Volume: 226 cu. ft.
Passengers: 16-19


PERFORMANCE
High speed cruise: 488 ktas
Long range cruise: 459 ktas
Sea level runway takeoff: 5,150 feet
5,000 foot runway takeoff: 7,680 feet


ENGINES: tw0 BMW/Rolls-Royce BR700--710C4-11
output: 15,385 lbs. each
inspection: on condition


1,000 nm mission with 8 passengers:
runway: 3,413 feet
flight time: 2 hours, 20 minutes
fuel consumed: 5,511 lbs.


for more information, try these links:
General Gulfstream information: http://www.jetadvisors.com/private-jets-aircraft.htm

Gulfstream's official site

Hawker 900XP

The Hawker 900XP is a close relative of the Hawker 850XP. The cabin and most vital systems will remain virtually the same, but new powerplants will be used. The two Honeywell TFE731-50R engines will enable the Hawker 900XP to climb directly to 41,000 feet and complete trips of up to 2,800 nautical miles while carrying six passengers. These engines are flat rated to 5,000 pounds of thrust apiece, 400 pounds more than the TFE731-5BR engines used on the Hawker 850XP. The initial price quote for the Hawker 900XP is $13.9 million. Many orders have already been placed for the Hawker 900XP, and the first deliveries are expected in late 2007.

information on the Hawker 800 series: http://www.jetadvisors.com/aircrafts/hawker800xp.htm
Raytheon Aircraft Company: http://www.hawkerbeechcraft.com/Default.aspx

New Buyers Guide

Check out the latest edition of our Buyer's Guide, which includes:

• a detailed look at the Citation Sovereign
  
• a comparison of different private jet financing options
  
• the bio of Karl Childs, our newest technical advisor
  
• updated listings of private jets for sale:

Hawker 400 731/fanjet for sale. It's in great mechanical condition, has a fresh coat of paint, and has an upgraded Rockwell Collins glass cockpit.

Citation X 1/8th fractional share. The purchase price is almost $1,000,000 less than it would cost new.

Trip Quote

Need to take a trip? Don't want to fly commerically? Check out our trip quote page! In collarboration with Jets International, we can find and quote a trip to anywhere you need to go! To link automatically to our trip quote page http://www.jetadvisors.com/charter-quote.htm. To check out our main page, go to www.jetadvisors.com !

Citation XLS

For those familiar with the Citaition Excel, you'll love Cessna's 'enhanced version' the XLS. It's powerhouse consists of the Pratt & Whitney PW545B. These provide an increase in both takeoff and cruise thrust. The XLS typically seats 8-10 passengers. However, considered one of the roomiest, the XLS offers upgraded ammenities like wider seats with folding armrests.

Specifications:

Internal Length: 24 ft. (overall)

Internal Height: 5.66 ft.

Internal Width: 5.5 ft. (max)
Baggage Capacity: 90 cu. ft.

Four PAX Range: 1,722 nm

Max Fuel Range (4 PAX): 1,724 nm

Max Payload (4 PAX): 1,130 nm

Max Takeoff: 20,200

TOFL (Sea Level, ISA Temp): 3,560

TOFL (5000', @25C): 5,490

Hot/High WAT: 20,200

Long Range Cruise - KTAS: 354

High Speed Cruise - KTAS: 431

For more information on the Citation XLS, visit http://www.jetadvisors.com/aircrafts/citationXLS.htm . You can also find information on the Citation XLS and other Citation jets at www.cessna.com.

New Link

We have a new link on our website! Go to www.jetadvisors.com and on the right side bar there is a direct link to the aircraft files. From there, you can view many different aircraft, specifications, interior pics, baggage allowances, etc.

Our Staff

Check out our staff at http://www.jetadvisors.com/private-jet-professionals.htm.

Audits

Own a jet? Part of a fractional share? If yes, do you really know what you pay for? At Jet Advisors, we offer invoice auditing to help ensure you fly for what you pay. At a low cost, we can help you save lots. Visit our website at www.jetadvisors.com/audits.htm to learn more.

Citation X

Cessna's Citation X is currently their largest aircraft so far. Certified in 1996 and still in production, the Citation X is powered by two Rolls-Royce/Allison AE3007C turbofan engines giving 6,442 lbs. of thrust each. The Citation X can fit 2 crew members and 8-12 passengers.

Specifications:
Internal Length: 23.9 ft. (overall)
Internal Height: 5.7 ft.
Internal Width: 5.5 ft. (max)

Four PAX Range: 3,125 nm
Max Fuel Range (4 PAX): 3,070 nm
Max Payload (4 PAX):2,703 nm
Max Takeoff: 36,100
TO (Sea Level, ISA Temp): 5,140
TO (5000', @25C): 7,350
Hot/High WAT: 34,980

Long Range Cruise - KTAS: 470
High Speed Cruise - KTAS: 505

For more information on the Citation X, check out our website at http://www.jetadvisors.com/.For a direct link to the Citaiton X page, check out: http://www.jetadvisors.com/aircrafts/citationX.htm

GIII

The GIII is Gulfstream's third generation and was manufactured from 1979-1987. It can seat 2 captains and anywhere from 14-19 passengers. It is powered by dual Rolls-Royce spey Mk 511-8 turbofans (having 11,400 lbs. of thrust each). Equipped with a redesigned wing that uses drag reducing Whitcomb winglets, the fuel consumption decreased approx. 18% according to Gulfstream.

Specifications:
Internal Length: 41.3 ft. (overall/net height)
Internal Height: 6.1 ft.
Internal Width: 7.3 ft. (max/floor)

Four PAX Range: 3565 nm
Max Fuel Range (4 PAX): 3521 nm
Max Payload (4 PAX): 3022 nm

Max Takeoff: 69,700
TO (Sea Level, ISA Temp): 5,100
TO (5000', @25C): 7,125
Hot/High WAT: 66,200
Long Range Cruise - KTAS: 442
High Speed Cruise - KTAS: 488

For more information on the Gulfstream III, check out our website at www.jetadvisors.com.
For a direct link to the GIII page, check out: http://www.jetadvisors.com/aircrafts/gulfstream-GIII.htm

Check out links to locate Gulfstream's website.

What is Jet Advisors?

Have you been wondering what exactly Jet Advisors does? Visit our website at http://www.jetadvisors.com/services.htm to see a list of our services. Contact us to inquire about specific details.

Purchase Price of Private Jets

Check out our website at http://www.jetadvisors.com/aircraft-listings.htm to view the aircraft we have listed. It's a great way to find the jet you're looking for! If you don't see what you're looking for, contact us today and we'll find what you are looking for along with a great price.

Private Jet Buyer's Guide

Want more information on the private jet industry? Check out our Private Jet Buyer's Guide! The March issue has information on the Citation Sovereign, Aircraft Financing, and the addition of Karl Childs to our staff. You can also look at our previous editions as well as join our mailing list! Check out http://www.jetadvisors.com/emails/email-2007-03.htm and Enjoy!

Press Release

Former Raytheon Vice President of Sales and Marketing Joins Jet Advisors’ Staff as Private Jet Advisor

Karl R. Childs, expert in private jet sales and marketing, will help Jet Advisors in expanding their jet sales and fractional jet divisions.

Broomfield , CO. March 6, 2007– Private jet brokerage company Jet Advisors announced the addition of Karl Childs to their staff. Mr. Childs will aid in the company’s sales and marketing divisions on an on-going basis.
Mr. Childs has accumulated more than thirty-five years of experience in private jet sales and marketing. Jet Advisors is confident that his expertise will be a valuable asset as they continue to expand their private jet sales and acquisitions division.
Private jet sales and acquisitions will be Jet Advisors’ main focus in the coming year. Other services that Jet Advisors provides, such as private jet and fractional jet ownership consulting, will continue to be available.
Mr. Childs has extensive experience in the private jet sales industry. He has held executive level positions at three major aircraft corporations. Mr. Childs was the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Raytheon Aircraft Company for nine years, where he oversaw all private jet sales and marketing activity worldwide. During his time in charge of Sales and Marketing, Raytheon’s sales and profits steadily increased each year.
Before his success at Raytheon, Mr. Childs was the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Sabreliner Corporation. He held a similar position at Cessna Aircraft Company, where he worked for a total of nineteen years.

Jet Advisors assists companies and high net worth individuals with their private aircraft transactions, operations, and management. They are based in Broomfield, Colorado and routinely handle private jet sales and acquisitions, negotiate charter card agreements, and provide invoice auditing services. With one hundred years of combined industry experience and hundreds of aircraft transactions, Jet Advisors is able to provide accurate and objective information about all aspects of private jet sales and ownership.