PRIVATE charter company Royal Jet has confirmed that a new Bombardier Learjet 60 XR business jet (A6-RJE) and a Bombardier Global 5000 business jet (A6-RJC) have recently joined its fleet.
A second Bombardier Global 5000 business jet (A6-RJD) will enter into service in January 2015, followed by a second Bombardier Learjet 60 XR business jet within the first four months of 2015. During Middle East Business Aviation 2014 (MEBA), Royal Jet also confirmed that it is renewing its collaboration with Boeing and will take delivery of two new Boeing business jets.The Bombardier and Boeing aircraft are part of Royal Jet’s fleet replacement and expansion programme that will increase the fleet to 20 aircraft by the year 2020 at a cost of $700 million. Royal Jet is also considering aircraft from Airbus, including the CS 300 and Gulfstream for future acquisitions. Royal Jet operates 11 aircraft as of today (six Boeing Business Jets, two Gulfstream G300s, two Bombardier Learjet 60s and one Bombardier Global 5000).The new Bombardier Learjet 60 XR business jet can carry up to six guests and provides more space and better cabin functionality. The newly refurbished aircraft presents the ultimate airborne luxury with a stylishly redefined cabin, wi-fi and two LCD monitors. The Learjet 60 XR business jet is also being operated as part of Royal Jet’s successful and expanding Medevac division.The Bombardier Global 5000 business jet, capable of carrying 12 guests, is a new model in the Royal Jet fleet. Providing more high-comfort living and working area than any of its peers, the comforts and features of the Bombardier Global 5000 are conducive to relaxed productivity. The cabin can also be configured to sleep seven guests.The new Boeing business jet is modelled on the Boeing 737-700 airline, is almost three times the size of the largest long-range corporate jets and can carry up to 50 guests, offers a 10 hour range and is specifically designed for corporate and VIP use. The aircraft offers the freedom and ability to configure the interior to match the personal preferences of the guest and the many options include a private master bedroom and en-suite bathroom, a private stateroom, luxurious open lounge and a variety of seating and dining configurations. Link to the The 2016 Global Aerospace Summit: