✈ Light Business Jet • Transcontinental

Honda Aircraft Company HondaJet Echelon

A transcontinental single-pilot-capable light business jet built around Honda's signature over-the-wing engine mounting concept, advanced automation and a spacious multi-configuration cabin.

MTOW

N/S

Range

2,625 nm

Max Occupancy

11 OCC

Cruise Speed

450 KTAS

Technical Specifications

Overview

ManufacturerHonda Aircraft Company

Variant ShownHondaJet Echelon

FamilyHondaJet

First FlightPlanned 2026

Entry Into ServiceType certification anticipated 2028

Body TypeLight business jet / transcontinental single-pilot aircraft

RoleExecutive / private / corporate aviation

Airframe

Length17.62 m

Height4.84 m

Wingspan17.29 m

Cabin Width1.55 m

Cabin Length7.74 m

Weights

MTOWNot publicly specified in current HondaJet Echelon product card

MLWNot publicly specified

MZFWNot publicly specified

Maximum FuelNot publicly specified

Performance

Maximum Cruise Speed450 KTAS

NBAA IFR Range2,625 nm (1 crew + 4 pax)

Max Cruise AltitudeFL470 / 47,000 ft

Max Occupancy1 crew + 10 pax / 2 crew + 9 pax

Baggage Space120 cu ft

Takeoff Distance1,006 m

Landing Distance777 m

Crew & Propulsion

Flight Crew1 pilot capable

Cabin CrewNot required

PropulsionTwin turbofan

Engine Options2 × Williams International FJ44-4C

Market Context

Aircraft DeliveredPre-production / development program

Main CompetitorLight and midsize business-jet segment

Notable OperatorsNot yet in service; customer/market program

Key Features

Over-the-Wing Engine Mount

Honda's signature over-the-wing engine mounting concept.

Automation

Autothrottle, Emergency Autoland and autobrake.

Runway Safety

Advanced Steering Augmentation System and ROAAS.

Cabin

Up to 11 occupants with multiple cabin configurations.

Cabin Altitude

6,363 ft class.

Notable Operators

Not yet in service; customer/market program

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