Overview of the Hawker 750
The Hawker 750 is a twin-engine midsize jet in the long-running Hawker 800 family. Hawker Beechcraft announced it in October 2006, alongside the Hawker 900XP. It takes the Hawker 800XP and swaps the ventral fuel tank for an externally accessed baggage compartment. That trade gives up a little range in exchange for more luggage room and a lower price.
Only 48 were built. In its class it competes with jets such as the Citation XLS and the Learjet 60.
History of the Hawker 750 Jet
The Hawker 800 series first flew on June 26, 1983, and the line passed through several owners. Raytheon bought BAe Corporate Jets in 1994, and in March 2007 Raytheon sold its aircraft business to the newly formed Hawker Beechcraft Corporation.
Hawker Beechcraft filed for Chapter 11 on May 3, 2012. It emerged on February 19, 2013 as Beechcraft Corporation, without the Hawker name and without its business jet production lines. All Hawker jet production ended as part of that restructuring. Warranty support for the Hawker 750 continued.
Engine Specifications
The Hawker 750 flies on two Honeywell TFE731-5BR turbofans. Hawker Beechcraft's own specification sheet rates each engine at 4,660 pounds of thrust.
Engine inspections are scheduled at 2,100 hours (MPI) and 4,200 hours (CZI). Optional service bulletins can extend those to 2,500 and 5,000 hours.
Dimensions
Manufacturer figures from Hawker Beechcraft:
- Wingspan: 51 ft 4 in
- Length: 51 ft 2 in
- Tail height: 18 ft 1 in
- Cabin length: 21 ft 4 in
- Cabin width: 6 ft 0 in
- Cabin height: 5 ft 9 in
- Basic operating weight (with two crew): 16,200 lb
- Useful load: 10,750 lb
The cabin volume is 604 cubic feet. It is typically configured with eight seats, either in a double club or as a four-chair club followed by a three-place divan facing a single seat. The cabin is pressurized to 8.5 psi, which holds a 7,500-foot cabin altitude at 41,000 feet.
Range and Speed
- Maximum range: 2,200 nautical miles
- Maximum cruise speed: 466 knots (536 mph)
- Certified ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Takeoff distance: 4,696 feet at maximum takeoff weight, sea level
- Typical cruise: Mach 0.74 to 0.78, with long-range cruise at Mach 0.70
The wings hold 8,500 pounds of fuel. Without the ventral tank of the 800XP, range is slightly shorter than its larger sibling.
Fuel and Operational Costs
Fuel burn is highest in the first hour, at about 1,900 pounds. It drops to about 1,350 pounds in the second hour and about 1,200 pounds per hour after that. At long-range cruise and mid weight, the jet burns about 1,214 pounds per hour.
Crew, hangar, insurance and maintenance costs vary widely by operator and by how many hours the aircraft flies each year, so get a current estimate for the specific aircraft you are considering.
Maintenance and Repair Costs
The maintenance schedule is well defined:
- B-checks every 800 hours
- C-checks every 1,600 hours
- D-checks every 3,200 hours
- Yearly maintenance checks
- Landing gear overhaul every 12 years
The cockpit uses a four-screen Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite with an FMS-6000 flight management system.
Acquisition Costs
The Hawker 750 is out of production, so it is sold only on the pre-owned market. In November 2017, used prices ranged from $2.2 million for early 2008 models to $3.8 million for late 2011 models. Prices change with age, hours, maintenance status and equipment, so check current listings.
Pros and Cons of the Hawker 750 Jet
Pros
- A 604 cubic foot cabin with standard eight-seat layouts.
- External baggage compartment, accessed from outside the aircraft.
- Range of up to 2,200 nautical miles for medium-length trips.
- A clear, published maintenance schedule.
Cons
- Out of production since 2013, with only 48 built, so fewer aircraft are on the market.
- Slightly shorter range than the Hawker 800XP, which keeps its ventral fuel tank.
Available Options for Prospective Buyers
- Buy pre-owned. Every Hawker 750 is a used aircraft. Review the maintenance records and inspection status before you buy.
- Charter. If you need the cabin for specific trips rather than every week, chartering lets you fly a midsize jet without owning one.
Chartering a Hawker 750 with BLADE
BLADE arranges private charters of helicopters, jets and turboprops. You tell BLADE where and when you want to fly and how many people are traveling, and BLADE books a suitable aircraft with a licensed operator. In the United States, BLADE acts as an air charter broker, and all flights are operated by DOT/FAA-licensed carriers.
Because so few Hawker 750s were built, availability depends on which operators fly one. If none is free for your date, BLADE can suggest another midsize jet with a similar cabin and range. Prices depend on the route, the aircraft and the timing, so check current options when you book.
FAQs about What Is An Hawker 750 Jet?
What is a Hawker 750 jet?
A midsize business jet from the Hawker 800 series, built by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation. It is a lighter, shorter-range version of the Hawker 800XP with an external baggage compartment in place of the ventral fuel tank.
Can I purchase a new Hawker 750 jet?
No. Hawker jet production ended in 2013, so only pre-owned aircraft are available.
How many passengers does a Hawker 750 carry?
The cabin is typically configured with eight seats.
How far can a Hawker 750 fly?
Hawker Beechcraft lists a maximum range of 2,200 nautical miles.
How does the Hawker 750 compare to the Hawker 800XP?
It is lower in cost and lighter, with slightly less range, because the 800XP's ventral fuel tank is replaced by an external baggage compartment.