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The HA-480 Echelon, the newest model of HondaJet, has been introduced as a next-generation aircraft designed to fly across North America. It is expected to reach a maximum cruising speed of 450 KTAS, boasting a range of 2,625 NM and a service ceiling of FL470. This model was debuted at the 2023 NBAA-BACE event and is slated for certification in 2028.
The Echelon continues the legacy of the Honda Aircraft Company, LLC with its over-the-wing engine mount, joining the HA-420 family with enhanced size and speed. Twin & Turbine described the model stating, “This new jet isn’t simply a stretched HondaJet—it represents a clean-sheet design, sharing only a few characteristics like the OTWEM engine configuration and Garmin G3000 avionics.”
The model can accommodate up to eleven passengers with increased luggage space, fulfilling Honda's longstanding ambition to advance business aviation. The official Honda website stated, “Capable of nonstop transcontinental flight across the United States, the HondaJet Echelon is a first-of-its-kind light jet..."
