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Honda HA-480 Echelon | Official Website

The Honda HA-480 Echelon is a larger variant of the original HondaJet HA-420

Introduced in October 2021 at the NBAA Convention and Exhibition, the aircraft

is designed to seat up to 11 people and aims to be the longest-range single-

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pilot business jet. It targets competition with mid-size products like Cessna

Citation CJ3/CJ4, Embraer Phenom 300, and Pilatus PC-24.

The Echelon boasts a cruising speed of 450 knots (520 mph, 830 km/h) and a

range of 2,625 NM (3,201 miles, 4,862 km). This will make it the first jet in

the "light category" capable of nonstop transcontinental flights across the

United States. The maximum takeoff weight is set at 17,550 lb (7,938 kg),

keeping it within the light jet category.

Honda Aircraft Company has extended the fuselage from 42.6 ft (13 m) to 57.8

ft (17.6 m), providing greater capacity and a more spacious cabin. The wingspan

has also been increased by nearly16 ft (17.3 m). The aircraft carries an

estimated price tag of $12 million, with potential increases for customization.

As of October2023 , Honda Aircraft Company had received over350 letters of

intent for this new model. They aim for its first flight in2026 following a

comprehensive flight test campaign and certification process.

Advanced Flight Deck Features

  • Bright high-resolution displays with SVT for clear visibility even in IFR conditions
  • Displays divide into two pages to show multiple systems and sensors
  • Intuitive touchscreen interface with shallow menus and audible feedback
  • Automatic Flight Guidance and Control Systems
  • Weather charts traffic terrain and global connectivity options

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